[Spridgets] Stan Mason Resignation Group 2 Rep and SMRS Lead

[John Deikis]

Stan,
A brief message from Italy ( for the time being). You have virtually
single-handedly stirred the energy and spirit of Midwest Spiridget racers
and created a group that races with gusto, helps one another, and
socializes like no other “gang” in vintage racing. The Cape of Good Hope
Pub was/is unique and 100% Stan Mason  style!

Thanks for your dedication and work. And I’ll get that header to you soon!

Be kind to others
*JohnD*


On Sat, Nov 30, 2024 at 6:39 PM Loren <loren at cascadeclimber.com> wrote:

> Stan-
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> First, it was a true pleasure to meet and race with you at Road America.
> Thank you for the fun racing, cold beer, and good cheer!
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> On top of all that you have accomplished with the SMRS, you also helped
> inspire the Sprite-Midget Challenge on the west coast. We’re a few years
> behind the SMRS, but we are growing in participation and number of events
> (from one for several years, to five in 2025). Coincidentally, a local Elva
> racer has picked up a Sprite so he can race with us, after seeing all the
> fun we’re having. He will have his Elva at PIB in 2026 though; I’ll make
> sure to connect you.
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> Whoever picks up the mantle for SMRS, please keep me on the email list.
> And everyone else: Remember that you are welcome to come race in any of our
> SMC races!
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> Best-
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> Loren
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> *Subject:* Stan Mason Resignation Group 2 Rep and SMRS Lead
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> Hello Smidget, Peoples, Spritehites, Lovers and Fatihfull
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> The following highlight includes my resignation as Sprite Midget Race
> Series Leader and VSCDA Group 2 Representative:
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> *2024 SMRS Group 2 Stan Mason Resignation *
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> (revised rough draft 11/30/24)
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>    1. *SMRS Overall* - It is hard to believe that for 13 years we have
>    been having great fun on and off the track as the Sprite Midget Race
>    Series.  Before SMRS we would be excited if we had 5 Spridgets racing for
>    the weekend.  In the beginning there was a lot of time spent promoting
>    through magazine article and internet social media.  In my opinion we have
>    grown to a self-sustaining point that is comfortable requiring less
>    promotion.  Our numbers (15 cars registered for Spridget Race) have allowed
>    us to have our own exclusive race at all 3 designated SMRS race weekends.
>    I have seen other groups try to have their own exclusive races with less
>    success.  Our other emerging strength is a younger group of racers that
>    will continue to keep the SMRS Flag Flying.
>    2. *SMRS Account* – If you have any interest in being a sponsor or
>    have some suggestions of someone that maybe interested, please let me
>    know.  Our treasury is minimal and probably can make it through next year.
>    I had medals as awards this year to keep costs down.  Please buy our hats,
>    t-shirts and posters to support our supplies and awards.
>    3. *SMRS Contributors *– I appreciate the following that have
>    contributed to our group:
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>    1. Jeff and Janet Carloss for Poster Design and Sale
>       2. Rick Fisk for compiling results and end of season awards
>       3. Bob Danielson for the Jim Donato Most Respected Driver Award and
>       updated plaques.
>       4. Charlie Hall for Gary Kropf Spirit Piston Award and updated
>       plaques
>       5. Colin and Cana for their contribution of annual sticker / decals
>       6. Sponsors in our past Erick Zanner, Dave Kessinger and Bob
>       Danielson
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> 4.      *Spridget Contributors to VSCDA* - We appreciate our group’s
> unselfish contribution to VSCDA making us the largest contributor to VSCDA
> for volunteering their time and making this club continue to thrive for our
> enjoyment.:
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> a.      Tom Wilcox Blackhawk Event Chairmen.
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> b.      Carl Goodwin, Brad & Jeff Carloss for their contributions to
> Scrutineering / Tech Barn
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> c.       Stacey Donato for her overall running of VSCDA registration and
> all that she does along with her family.  Registration assistance from
> Sheryl Carloss, Janet Carloss, Jeff and Jan Freers and others.
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> d.      Charlie Hall, Gary Kropf, Roger Heil, John Salisbury & Jim Donato
> for Drivers Committee.  Gary Kropf initiated the Driver’s Committee Summary
> of actions, which is greatly appreciated and time consuming.  I think
> measuring something as important as safety is the key to reducing incidents
> and allowing us to improve.
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> e.      Doug Bruce for Homologations and Grattan Corner / Paddock Worker
> Sprite Door Annual Award selected for the best Grattan worker selected by
> their peers.
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> f.        Jim Donato as VSCDA Vice President and Event Chair of Healey
> Challenge at 2024 Road America Weekend
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>    5. *Driver Incidents Spridgets and Group 2* – As the VSCDA Group 2
>    representative I can say that this past year has been one of our worst with
>    mostly SMRS as the problem.  Thanks to all of you that maintain the
>    Vintage Spirit while on the track.
>    6. *Stan Mason Resignation – *I will be no longer continue as the lead
>    for the SMRS and have also resigned as Group 2 Representative, which I have
>    filled for the past 10 plus years.  I will not race next year.  I am in
>    process of restoring a 1958 Elva Sports Racer and taking the lead for the
>    2025 Elva 70th Reunion at Put-In-Bay, which will require my focus.  I
>    am hopeful there will be someone willing within our group to carry on the
>    SMRS or whatever name seems appropriate.  I have always believed that
>    having new people at the helm for any group helps grow that group to new
>    heights that may have different direction and vision for an improved
>    Spridget Group.  I am happy to help anyone willing to take on this role and
>    have prepared an overview of the responsibilities that I managed along with
>    SMRS treasury, grilling equipment, past awards and gear.  I am proud of the
>    success we have had, which exceeded my expectations of fun, camaraderie and
>    good wheel to wheel racing, and I know that momentum will continue.
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> Thanks for all your support throughout the years and Enjoy a Spridgetly
> Life of Relative Speed!
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> Happy Holidays!
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> Stan Mason
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