Yesterday with the station we attended the Pennsylvania 500 at the Pocono Raceway. I spoke with Chase Mattioli, grandson of Doc. Mattioli who owns the Pocono Raceway and soon-to-be pro racer. He emphasized the need for NASCAR sportcasters since the sport has gotten so popular. He said in the past NASCAR was not popular but since its rise to popularity in recent years there's an extreme need for sportscasters in the sport. This is a tremendous opportunity for any up and coming broadcasters or current journalists looking for a niche. Also, we met with three of the five minority pit crew members working on Sunday. NASCAR has a long way to go with their diversity initiative but this is another area where minorities can get involved with the racing industry. Working behind the scenes, getting the car in tip-top shape, changing tires, fixing the car after wrecks; it's very cool.
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