Author Archives: Ralph Sheheen

Author Archives: Ralph Sheheen
Ralph Sheheen

INSIDER: Sheheen — Larson Set For Another ‘Double’ Attempt

INSIDER: Sheheen — Larson Set For Another ‘Double’ Attempt

Kyle Larson, Hendrick Motorsports, Arrow McLaren and Chevrolet made it official that the group will come together again for a second attempt at completing the “Double” on Memorial Day weekend.
Author Archives: Ralph Sheheen
Ralph Sheheen

INSIDER: Sheheen —  A Northern California Gem

INSIDER: Sheheen —  A Northern California Gem

The first event I worked as a trackside announcer was an American Federation of Motorcyclists race at the California road course now known as Sonoma Raceway.
Author Archives: Ralph Sheheen
Ralph Sheheen

INSIDER: Sheheen — North Georgia’s Country Club Circuit

INSIDER: Sheheen — North Georgia’s Country Club Circuit

On a recent trip to Bubba Pollard’s Senoia (Ga.) Raceway to call the American Flat Track Series races, I took a detour to check out Atlanta Motorsports Park. 
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Ralph Sheheen

SHEHEEN: The Speedway & A Unique Graduation

SHEHEEN: The Speedway & A Unique Graduation

May is always a special time of the year. Of course, May means the Indy 500, and it also means high-school graduation. 
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Ralph Sheheen

SHEHEEN: Watches, Vintage Cars & More From Long Beach

SHEHEEN: Watches, Vintage Cars & More From Long Beach

We recently attended the 49th Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, where beautiful weather, a packed schedule of racing and a prevalent 200 mph beach party vibe made for a very successful weekend for all involved
Author Archives: Ralph Sheheen
Ralph Sheheen

INSIDER: Watches, Vintage Cars & More From Long Beach

INSIDER: Watches, Vintage Cars & More From Long Beach

We recently attended the 49th Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, where beautiful weather, a packed schedule of racing and a prevalent 200 mph beach party vibe made for a very successful weekend for all involved.
Author Archives: Ralph Sheheen
Ralph Sheheen

INSIDER: Sheheen — Keeping Sharp In Long Beach

INSIDER: Sheheen — Keeping Sharp In Long Beach

That’s why, even though I am beginning my 36th year of announcing racing on national television, I still look forward to opportunities to go back to the beginning and work as a PA announcer for a race weekend.
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Ralph Sheheen

SHEHEEN: An Incredible 340 MPH Run

SHEHEEN: An Incredible 340 MPH Run

It was incredible; and Jack Beckman, the 2012 NHRA Funny Car champion, and I were stunned when we saw 341.68 mph flash on the screen.
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Ralph Sheheen

SHEHEEN: Evernham Talks IROC Return

SHEHEEN: Evernham Talks IROC Return

NASCAR Hall of Fame crew chief Ray Evernham and Rob Kauffman, chairman of Race Team Alliance, have acquired the rights to the International Race of Champions name.
Author Archives: Ralph Sheheen
Ralph Sheheen

SHEHEEN: Open Wheel Showdown Is A Home Run

SHEHEEN: Open Wheel Showdown Is A Home Run

CONCORD, N.C. — Kyle Larson, Hendrick Motorsports, Arrow McLaren and Chevrolet made it official that the group will come together again for a second attempt at completing the “Double” on Memorial Day weekend. That’s 1,100 miles of racing in one day: the Indianapolis 500 followed immediately…