STRANGE ENGINEERING WELCOME PARTY KICKS OFF FESTIVITIES
The tradition of the World Series of Pro Mod Racer Welcome Party presented by Strange Engineering was welcomed by all as testing concluded on Thursday evening at Bradenton .
Racers and their teams were able to socialize and catch their breath at the party before the WSOPM got into full swing .
“ The Strange Engineering Welcome Party at the 2024 WSOPM was a huge success ! It is always a terrific experience when we are able to get the racers together and have the opportunity to relax , hang out , talk , and enjoy some entertainment ,” said J . C . Cascio , Strange Engineering ’ s Director of Business Development . “ With all of the activity and excitement throughout the weekend , there isn ’ t a lot of opportunity to see everyone and let them know how much their involvement in the WSOPM means . The Strange Welcome Party was a way to do just that .”
Held in this year ’ s newly added VIP structure , the event featured pizza from local hot spot Wolves Head Pizza & Wings . Plus , a variety of beer was provided from Sun King Brewery , which calls Florida and Indiana home , and El Bandido Yankee Tequila was passing out samples . Furthermore , the night was soundtracked by “ GARYOKE ” from Gary Rowe .
The Strange Engineering Race Welcome Party was a way to show the racers they are valued , a mission that is shared by Strange and Drag
IllustrateD . Strange is rooted in its family values and believes in giving back to a sport that has provided so much for them in return .
“ Wes [ Buck ] and the DI team did a great job of putting everything together ,” added Cascio . “ Strange would like to thank the racers , fans , and DI for putting on such a great event .” — KAYLA ZADEL DI
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