An auto dealer by trade, Lanigan says that his racing has certainly helped his business through the years. "Since I've been in this game, I've met a lot of people and many of them know cars, and many of them showed up to do business with me."
-Bill Holder
Skip ArpTennessee
The Sportsman Award, sponsored by Stock Car Racing, is annually awarded to an active driver who supports the sport by working with track owners, other drivers, and the fans.
Skip Arp from Georgetown, Tennessee, is the 2008 winner of this award. Previous winners include Steve Francis, Bill Frye, Mike Balzano, Rick Eckert, Ray Cook, and Mike Jewell.
Arp is known for his association with GRT Racecars, where he has been a technical consultant since 2002. Since 2005, he has had his own racecars and parts business.
He has always had a great relationship with the fans and is also good with kids. During the days when he was on the road he had a popular Web site.
If anybody is having car problems, Arp is the guy they seek out for help. He will provide any assistance possible.
-Bill Holder