From Keith Johnson
Channin Tankersley from Highlands, TX. is now a two time ASCS Gulf South Champion. He received $9,000.00 in cash plus $1,500.00 in prizes for winning the 2016 ASCS Gulf South Championship.
Fifteen drivers received cash and awards from a $53,500.00 point fund which included $30,250.00 in cash. The event was held at L’auberge Casino Resort in Lake Charles, LA.. Special guest included Emmett and Fussy Hahn, Tom and Dana Lorenz, Bruce Griffth Jr., Marcus Laney and photographer Carey Akin.
Award Winners:
Promoter of the Year: Glen Johnson of GoldenTriangleRacewayPark in Beaumont, TX.
Perfect Attendance: Channin Tankersley, Bruce Griffith Jr., Dustin Gates, Tommy Bryant, Michael McNeil
Zane Lawerence, Jacob Lucas, Harry Yerrington, Cody Stacy and Ray Allen Kulhanek.
John Bankston Hard Charger Award: Tommy Bryant
Hard Luck Award: Michael McNeil
Most Improved Driver: Jacob Lucas
Thrills and Spills Award: Michael McNeil
Best Appearing Car: Caleb Martin
Rookie of the Year: Dustin Gates
Best Appearing Crew: Channin Tankersley