We have many requests year-round for permission to drive on the track, ... For this worthy cause, we feel it's finally time to say, 'Yes.'

We aren't looking at redesigning the track. We are looking at making the track more racy.

I always felt I had to prove I was worthy. Especially being a first-round (supplemental) pick and having your dad as a coach. I don't want anything ever to be just handed to me.

We just haven't hit on something that Jeff can hustle and drive and feel comfortable with. This track is so fast, and so rough in the middle of both corners, that if you don't have the confidence to really put the gas pedal down, you really can't get anywhere.

A little over a year ago, people were writing our track's obituary.

At least we've got permission to fight a 10-round fight.