Brandon Barcus, "racing is in my blood"
In the last issue of the Kendallville Mall, we previewed an interview with the Barcus brothers. Here is the exclusive interview with Brandon Barcus, the 16-year-old Kendallville local and racer.
Jackie Kessler
How old were you when you started racing?
Brandon Barcus
I was 4 and I started with Go-Karts.
J
What got you into racing?
B
My dad got me into racing because he has been racing since before I was born.
J
What is your favorite part of racing?
B
I love racing because of the thrill and it's in my blood.
J
Did you win your first race? Where was it?
B
I won my first race in stock cars last year at the Baer Field Speedway, and I just won my second one Saturday, June 4th.
J
What type of racing do you prefer?
B
I love any kind of oval track racing.
J
What type of racing do you do normally at the track?
B
I race in the street stock class at Baer Field Speedway on the 3/8 mile track.
J
Who was your first sponsor?B
My first sponsor was Tri State Line X.
J
Where have you traveled to race?
B
I've traveled all over the tri state area racing. but i primarily race in Fort Wayne at the Baer Field Speedway.
J
How has racing changed your life?
B
Racing hasn't really changed my life because racing has always been in my life.
J
How has your family/community supported your interest in racing?
B
My family is a BIG help with my racing. It's a family thing and everybody helps out.
J
Which track is your favorite?
B
My favorite race track is the Kalamazoo Speedway in Michigan.
J
Who is your favorite racer?
B
My favorite racer is definitely my father. He is my hero.
The Kendallville Mall wants to thank Brandon for this exclusive. The community cannot wait to see how far Brandon takes his career and how well he does in the future.
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