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May 30, 2009 at
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May 30, 2009 at
04:33:13 AM by sprintcarfan1
Anyone have any info on either driver's condition? They were involved in a nasty crash in turn 4 on lap 18 of the King Doodlebug A Main Friday night at Knoxville. Ray flipped several times then was struck head on by McDaniel and both were transported to the hospital by ambulance. Ray originally walked away from the crash but was transported shortly after while McDaniel looked to be alot worse and was taken to ambulance on a stretcher in a hurry by the track rescue crew. I hope the news is good for both but just wondering if anyone has any updates?
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May 30, 2009 at
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I sure hope it is not true but a post on Indianaopenwheel stated, the loss of chad
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May 30, 2009 at
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Just read pronounced dead at Mercy hospital at 12:37 , this was on knoxvill radio station website
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May 30, 2009 at
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Official release from www.usacracing.com
Chad McDaniel, 34, of Concordia, Kansas, succumbed to injuries suffered while racing during Friday night's midget race in Knoxville, Iowa. McDaniel was transported to Knoxville Hospital, then airlifted to Mercy Hospitalin Des Moines suffering from head and neck injuries. McDaniel is survived by his wife Trish and children Trevor and Taylor.
Chad was leading the SMRS Great Plains Midget Series standings at the time of the accident and had scored five top-10 finishes in six races so far this season.
"On behalf on the entire USAC Racing community, we are deeply saddened and carry heavy hearts today with the passing of Chad McDaniel" stated Kevin Miller, CEO of USAC Racing. "Our sport has lost a passionate racer today, and our sincere and heartfelt condolences go out to his family during these most difficult times."
"He was not only a friend, but a gentleman who loved his family and his sport," said John Stewart, President/CEO of USAC/SMRS Racing. "He will be deeply missed by all of us."
A full investigation to determine the cause of the injuries is underway by USAC. Also, USAC Racing has established a support fund for the family and is asking the racing community for their support. Donations can be made online at usacracing.com/store. or mailed to USAC.
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May 30, 2009 at
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My thoughts and prayers are with the family. RIP Chad. God Bless.
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May 30, 2009 at
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thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
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May 30, 2009 at
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Many thoughts and prayers to his family and friends.
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May 30, 2009 at
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This is one part of our sport that I can never get used to. My thoughts and prayers go out to Chads family.
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May 30, 2009 at
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Sorry to hear of this unfortunate accident. I had the pleasure of interviewing Chad McDaniel in one of my columns. He was a great racer and a great person on and off the speedways. He had an Okie, Eddie Matin driving his back up car many times. Our prayers are with his family. RIP Chad you will be missed.
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May 30, 2009 at
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Very sorry to hear this, how is Davey Ray doing?
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May 30, 2009 at
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This just sucks RIP
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May 30, 2009 at
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Reply to:
Posted By: Paintboss on May 30 2009 at 02:58:45 PM
Very sorry to hear this, how is Davey Ray doing?
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According to Davey Rays website he has a broken knee cap and was released from the hospital.
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May 30, 2009 at
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So sorry to hear this. Sending comforting thoughts and prayers to Chad's family.
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May 30, 2009 at
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I can confirm what Davey Ray's Web site says - received an email from his sister earlier this morning. A horrible story, and the part of racing that makes me cringe.
Here's my story on the accident from Examiner.com. Anyone who thinks that race fans are bloodthirsty ghouls just waiting for a big crash have no idea what it feels like to be at a race where someone is seriously injured or killed. My mother stopped going to races after a bad crash involving Gene Manhire in the 1990s at Kings Speedway.
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May 30, 2009 at
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God Speed Chad, our thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones!
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May 30, 2009 at
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My thoughts and prayers are with Chad's wife and children. What a terrible loss to the racing community.
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May 30, 2009 at
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DAMN!! This one truly hurts.. I have had the priviledge to see Chad race many times.. He was a great competitor.
WHY ARE WE HERE? BECAUSE WE'RE HERE. ROLL THE BONES.-
Neil Peart
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May 30, 2009 at
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Deepest sympathies go out to Chad's family and friends from all fans here in Ohio.
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