How do you feel about the difference in the way that NASCAR recognizes military versus the NFL's?

2015-05-18T11:49:18-04:00

Quite a difference between NASCAR and NFL.
http://www.richardpettymotorsports.com/news/richard-petty-motorsports-roush-fenway-racing-team-up-with-u-s-air-force-for-600-miles-of-remembrance/

Richard Petty Motorsports, Roush Fenway Racing Team up with U.S. Air Force for 600 Miles of...

MOORESVILLE, N.C. (May 18, 2015) – Richard Petty Motorsports (RPM) and Roush Fenway Racing will team up with the U.S. Air Force for NASCAR’s 600 Miles of Remembrance campaign at NASCAR’s longest race, the Coca-Cola 600. The teams will utilize this campaign to honor three U.S. Air Force Special Tactics operators who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country on the 10th anniversary of their death.

Response by LCDR Private RallyPoint Member made May 18 at 2015 11:49 AM

2015-05-18T11:49:53-04:00

This is why I am more of a NASCAR fan then an NFL fan. They are always doing something for the Military.

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made May 18 at 2015 11:51 AM

2015-05-18T11:51:19-04:00

NASCAR and racing overall has a stronger commitment than the other leagues like the NFL for example.

Response by SrA Edward Vong made May 18 at 2015 11:53 AM

2015-05-18T11:53:12-04:00

Better relationship? While stationed at Nellis AFB, the NASCAR motor speedway was nearby, and whenever there is an event, a lot of Airman would work the show. I cannot speak if we have the same relationship with the NFL.

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made May 18 at 2015 12:11 PM

2015-05-18T12:11:46-04:00

I think that a lot of the viewership for NASCAR comes from the grassroots of America, they are seemingly like you and I. Sure there are the Family Lineage in the sport and I think that has helped and gained more fans, but there are constantly new names coming up from all across the country and competing at all levels of the sport.

I also think that those in the NASCAR sport have many associations that are in the military- from those that work in the team shops, to friends and family in the military. A guy I went through BMT with use to work in Kasey Khane's shop when he was racing with Furniture Row, and the team would send him letters while we were there and would always have race updates! So I think the team mentalities with NASCAR resonate more true our military teams and members.

Response by SSgt Robert Clark made May 18 at 2015 1:09 PM

2015-05-18T13:09:39-04:00

I'm not much of a NASCAR fan, I prefer drag racing. From my experience, and from what I've seen with NASCAR, there seems to be a closer relationship in auto sports with the fans then with the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL.... There are racing teams who are sponsored in part or in whole by different military branches, don't remember the last time I've seen that with other sports venues. Other sports "appreciate" the military when convenient, they just don't seem to put much effort to go above and beyond like auto racing.

Response by PO2 David Hagwood made May 18 at 2015 1:13 PM

2015-05-18T13:13:05-04:00

Well I believe the culture and mentality of NASCAR fans vs the majority of NFL fans are very different. Obviously, most people enjoy football; but the cultures are very mixed; but the NASCAR culture is 'Murica culture, much like me! ☺

Response by MSgt Gavin Jones made May 20 at 2015 9:01 PM

2015-05-20T21:01:22-04:00

There are no and should be no expectations for an individual or organization to recognize military service. I certainly did not serve for the external recognition...but do appreciate that no matter how small the act is, the thought is there.