Post by hifigator on Nov 23, 2009 16:19:49 GMT -5
I know there probably aren't many NASCAR fans here, and in all honesty, I'm only a casual fan. But Jimmie Johnson and Chad Knaus are deserving of some serious shout-outs! The 48 car won its 4th straight Sprint Cup Points Championship, and as you all probably know thanks to Sportscenter, that was the 1st time anyone had ever won 4 in row. Johnson gets plenty of recognition, and while he is always very quick to credit everyone else, from Hendricks Racing, to Lowe's (his main sponsor) to the crew, one name is worthy of special recognition. Chad Knaus is the head spotter. For those who don't follow racing at all, they probably don't think about the pressures and demands placed on the spotter. Granted the driver is the one risking his life going 200 mph, but the spotter has to be aware of everything on the entire track, and remember the track changes every week. He also has to be in constant radio communication with the driver. The driver can't rely on his own vision the vast majority of the time. That has to be one of the most stressful jobs and for the most part, at least in the general public, it goes unrecognized. Well, here's at least one shout out for the best in the business -- Chad Knaus.