This week, we’re going to show a little support for our coal miners. They’ve had a rough go of it lately, and we wanted to show we were thinking of them. This gentleman is retired from the job and it seems like he’s found a way to spend his new free time and pension, by getting into racing. And, when you read about him, you’ll figure out how he got interested in the sport.

Name: John Price            

From: Beckley, West Virginia      

Age: 56

Occupation: Retired Coal Mine Supervisor

How long have you been following racing:  I have been a fan for just over a year now.

How did you get started: My son started working for DEI last fall and I got into it listening to his excitement for his job; it was contagious for me.

Who was your first favorite driver, and why: Martin Truex, because of his desire for the win.

Who is your favorite now, and why:  I enjoy watching the Busch boy's race. Paul

Menard is going to be the next Dale Jr. and Martin Truex in the Busch Series.

What is your favorite driver's most memorable racing moment: Paul Menard's second- place finish at Richmond

How many races do you attend a year: I went to four last year; and it was only my first year following NASCAR.   

Best race you ever saw on TV or in person: My very first cup race; the Coca Cola 600 last year.

What is your favorite track for racing:  Talladega because the drivers change positions from lap to lap. A driver starting 43rd could be in the top-10 within 20 laps or less.

If your favorite driver came to your town, where would take him and what would you do: We have an exposition coal mine here in town and I’d take Paul to see what the inside of a coalmine looked like years ago. 

If you worked at DEI, what would you like to do:  Security I would get to see every one coming and going.