Ross Chastain wins at Kansas Speedway
KANSAS CITY,Kan. (May 11, 2019) –Ross Chastain earned his first NASCAR Gander Outdoors Truck Series (NGOTS) victoryFriday night at Kansas Speedway.
“This is what sports is all about,” said Chastain. “We had the world by the tail last fall, andeverything got taken away from us. Wedidn’t quit, though. I’m going tocelebrate this one a lot more than I did the last one. I thought, after the last one (in Las Vegas),they were going to come a lot more easy. But it’s not easy … I hate to see Stewie lose one like that. I know he’s been trying to win, but, yes — wegot it!”
I’ve been called an underdog my entire career,and I’m tired of that. I’m so sick ofit. I know they mean well, but I justwant to win!”
Chastain wasable to capitalize and take over the lead when the first-place truck ran out offuel with three laps to go.
The No. 45TruNorth/Paul Jr. Designs Chevrolet Silverado was strong all night, finding thelead for the first time during the second stage of the 167-lap race.
“When we startedthis team a few years ago, I could have never imagined that we’d be standing invictory lane tonight,” said team owner Al Niece. “I’m so proud of the hard work by everyone atthis organization, and grateful to Ross for being a part of the team. His talent is incredible, and I truly feelthat the sky is the limit for this team.”
The win is thefirst for the veteran-owned team Niece Motorsports, in just its third fulltimeseason of competition. Chastain and crewchief Phil Gould have had a strong start to the 2019 season. Chastain is the only driver to finish in thetop-10 in each of the first seven NGOTS races of the season.
“We dedicatethis win to Officer Jordan Sheldon of the Mooresville Police Department,” saidGeneral Manager Cody Efaw. “This was atotal team effort. I’m proud of everysingle member of this team. We are asmall organization, so I can honestly say that every person contributed to thiswin. When I started working for Al threeyears ago, I never could have imagined we’d be here today. It’s taken a lot of hard work and a lot oflong nights, so we’re certainly going to enjoy this one.”
The NGOTSreturns to action Friday, May 17 at Charlotte Motor Speedway.
About Niece Motorsports:
Niece Motorsports is owned by United States Marine CorpsVeteran Al Niece. In 2019, Niece Motorsports enters its fourth season inthe NASCAR Gander Outdoors Truck Series, with drivers Ross Chastain, ReidWilson, Timothy Peters, Angela Ruch and Kyle Benjamin. Niece also owns Niece Equipment, which hasfor over 40 years provided clients with reliable products at competitiveprices. Niece Equipment’s reputation is built on service, integrity anddependability. The company provideswater and fuel / lube trucks that are engineered with quality and durability inmind for the construction and mining industry. Follow the team on Facebook and Instagram @NieceMotorsports as well as Twitter @NieceMotorsport.
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