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CREW PROFILE: Tony Templeton
In the NASCAR world, a crew member is the backbone of any team that helps a driver achieve success on the track. Often times the person leading the way behind the scenes is the crew chief. In the NASCAR Whelen Southern Modified Tour, the crew chief is the person that works tirelessly behind the scenes to help his driver and team become winners.
This week’s profile features Tony Templeton, crew chief of the No. 36 John Baker Plumbing and Utilities Pontiac driven by the 2007 NASCAR Whelen Southern Modified Tour champion, L.W. Miller.
Tony Templeton
AGE: 47
HOMETOWN: Welcome, N.C.
MARITAL STATUS: Single
CHILDREN: None
TEAM: Baker Motorsports
DRIVER: L.W. Miller
AT-TRACK JOB: Crew chief
FULL-TIME OCCUPATION: Fork-lift mechanic at Atlantic Coast Toyota
RACING BACKGROUND: Started out in modifieds helping Junior Miller and have been with Baker Motorsports and L.W. Miller for four years now.
MOST MEMORABLE MOMENT IN RACING: Winning a lot of races, too many to count and also helping L.W. has been a lot of fun.
OTHER INTERESTS OR HOBBIES: I enjoy relaxing on my boat when I can find the time.
SOMETHING PEOPLE WOULD BE SURPRISED TO LEARN ABOUT ME: That I like a lot of rock music and one of my favorites is Kid Rock..
FAVORITE KIND OF MUSIC: Classic Rock and Roll
FAVORITE MOVIE: Shawshank Redemption
FAVORITE FOOD: Steak and baked potato
PERSONAL VEHICLE: A pair of Chevrolet trucks (2001 and 1985 Silverado Trucks)
PERSON I MOST ADMIRE: I guess it would have to be anyone who is dedicated enough to participate in motorsports because it takes dedication to be successful.
