Racer Bio: Auston & Dalton Coomes

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Auston & Dalton Coomes!

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Name:  Auston & Dalton Coomes Age:   11 (twins!)  Hometown:  Shepherdsville, KY Home Track:  Ohio Valley Dragway Team/Crew Name:  Coomes Racing                     ^Click to follow them on Facebook! Team/Members:  Anna (mom), Glen (dad), Ron (grandfather aka pops) All About Auston & Dalton  How long have you been racing? Auston:  This will be my 4th season. Dalton:    3 years How did you get into Jr Dragster?  Auston:  Would go watch my dad race and wanted badly to race. Dalton:  I would go watch my dad race and as he says I got bit by the bug and now I have to race. It's such a great sport. What is your favorite thing about racing?   Auston:  Having fun Dalton:  I love the rush of going down the track. Oh and win lights. What is your favorite track to race on? Auston & Dalton:  Ohio Valley Dragway What is one word that describes you best? Auston:  Quiet Dalton:  Involved. I'm hard to figure out but know what's going on. What sets you apart from other racers? Auston:  I feel like I'm just like every other racer.  I love the sport and love hanging out and having a good time. Dalton:  I'm hands on, dad says. I have to know what makes my car go and if something gets worked on I'm there. A lot of racers let their parents take care of the car and just drive. What are some of your racing accomplishments? Auston: 2017 -4 wins -6 runner ups -Finished 5th in points (blew up my motor also) 2016 -4 wins -3 runner ups -Finished 7th in points 2015 -Went to several test & tunes to learn to leave on time and when I entered my first race I won the race and an NHRA Wally -Finished 12th in points that season Dalton:   2017 -Went to 3 finals in 4 weeks and won all 3 -Won 9 finals -Finished 3rd in points 2016 -Went to 7 finals  -Won 3 of them -Finished 4th in points 2015 -2015 was my first season. Dad made us test a lot before we could race. I went to 3 finals but couldn't get a win. What are your goals for this season?   Auston:  My goal is the track championship. I've had a top 7 and a top 5 finish - now it's time for a big trophy. Dalton:  Track Championship and qualify for the Race of Champions for the 8.90 group at my track for the divisional race at the end of the season. What other activities do you enjoy outside of racing? Auston:  Shoot archery for my school, play soccer, ride 4 wheelers & go carts, ride bikes with my friends Dalton:  I like to ride 4 wheelers, ride bikes with friends, shoot archery, service my car for the next race, work in the garage with dad, and design stuff.