Kopp Motorsports to visit Toronto’s Hospital for Sick Children\
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<P>BURLINGTON, ONTARIO (September 13, 2008) – Drag racer Rick Kopp may race his car regularly at 225 mph, but he’ll have it parked on University Avenue in Toronto next Friday morning demonstrating some of its features at the Hospital for Sick Children.
As part of its mandate as the largest center in Canada dedicated to improving children’s health, special guests from a variety of walks of life speak to the children and provide demonstrations.
And seldom will the hospital see such a vibrant colorful demonstration as Kopp’s rear-engined dragster with its huge rear tires, sleek orange body, and 2000-horsepower engine.
Kopp is scheduled to be at the hospital Friday, September 19, from 11:00 a.m. until noon.
He will be speaking to the children about his racing, taking part in a question-and-answer session, and then showing his car and its unique features.
“I’m very excited about this,” said Kopp, who lives in Burlington and has raced for close to 30 years. “I know I will enjoy talking to the kids and showing them the car. It’s a great way I can give back to the community.”
Racing the Stanley Tools-sponsored dragster is only part of Kopp’s racing career. When not blasting down the quarter-mile at speeds over 200 mph, Kopp and his crew provide a terrific visual demonstration for many grand openings and special events at Home Depots across Ontario as part of his association with the retail building store chain. He also is involved with Habitat for Humanity, helping to build homes for those in need.
Kopp mentioned his upcoming visit will be an entertaining experience for the children.
“Other sports figures visit the Hospital,” he said. “But unlike a hockey or baseball player the kids will be able to get up close to see and touch and learn about my sport. This will be something they’ll never forget.”
For more Kopp Motorsports Team information, visit Team Husky
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<br><font color="Navy">Drag racing team will provide unique opportunity to get close to 225-mph racecar</font>
<P>BURLINGTON, ONTARIO (September 13, 2008) – Drag racer Rick Kopp may race his car regularly at 225 mph, but he’ll have it parked on University Avenue in Toronto next Friday morning demonstrating some of its features at the Hospital for Sick Children.
As part of its mandate as the largest center in Canada dedicated to improving children’s health, special guests from a variety of walks of life speak to the children and provide demonstrations.
And seldom will the hospital see such a vibrant colorful demonstration as Kopp’s rear-engined dragster with its huge rear tires, sleek orange body, and 2000-horsepower engine.
Kopp is scheduled to be at the hospital Friday, September 19, from 11:00 a.m. until noon.
He will be speaking to the children about his racing, taking part in a question-and-answer session, and then showing his car and its unique features.
“I’m very excited about this,” said Kopp, who lives in Burlington and has raced for close to 30 years. “I know I will enjoy talking to the kids and showing them the car. It’s a great way I can give back to the community.”
Racing the Stanley Tools-sponsored dragster is only part of Kopp’s racing career. When not blasting down the quarter-mile at speeds over 200 mph, Kopp and his crew provide a terrific visual demonstration for many grand openings and special events at Home Depots across Ontario as part of his association with the retail building store chain. He also is involved with Habitat for Humanity, helping to build homes for those in need.
Kopp mentioned his upcoming visit will be an entertaining experience for the children.
“Other sports figures visit the Hospital,” he said. “But unlike a hockey or baseball player the kids will be able to get up close to see and touch and learn about my sport. This will be something they’ll never forget.”
For more Kopp Motorsports Team information, visit Team Husky
