Tracking the Short Tracks: Outlaw Modified Competitor A.J. Emms

After experiencing success in both the Hurricane Midget and Lucas Oil Midget ranks across Ontario, A.J. Emms is trying out a new ride for 2014 – a four-cylinder modified as part of the Outlaw Modified class. Emms had his first start this past weekend at Sunset Speedway and was quick, picking up a heat win before finishing third in the feature later that night.

Before tackling the 3/8 mile asphalt oval, though, Emms tackled the 15 questions that touch upon racing and life outside of racing.

How did you get started in racing?

My Dad raced Late Model, and Challenger, so I’ve grown up going to the races. Got my first go-kart at six, and have been racing ever since.

First racing memory

Playing around on my Dad’s race car, and my first timing driving a go-kart.

If you could be sponsored by any beverage, who would it be?

Moosehead Beer or Gatorade

Story behind your car number.

My number has always been 14, but when I started driving cars it was taken and 10 was available. Also, my Mom’s birthday is the on the 10th.

If you have a nick name what is it and why. If not, what would a good nick name be for you?

Dont really have a nickname but I guess Apple Juice would be fitting because my initials are A.J

If you could race any NASCAR Driver, who and why?

Kyle Busch, because I feel like he is one of the most skilled drivers in the world right now.

What’s your life like outside of racing? Hobbies?

Fourth year student at Nipissing University, enjoy lifting weights, playing hockey, and boating

If you were an animal, what animal would you be?

A dog

Favourite Pizza topping?

Pineapple

Dream vacation spot?

Australia

If you where stuck on an island, what would you have to have?

A good looking girl

Favourite Book?

Inside track

Favourite Movie?

Days of Thunder, Trailer Park Boys

Favourite piece of technology?

Cell Phone

Sponsors, people you would like to thank?

D & C Racing, Klotz Canada, Stryker Chassis, Hastings Home Hardware, NGK Spark Plugs, My Dad, Jayne, Nathan, and the rest of my family.

About the Author

Ashley McCubbin

Joining OnPitRoad.com mid-2013 season, Ashley McCubbin is now the Managing Editor and contributes to each racing division as needed. Since studying journalism at the University of Guelph-Humber, Ashley has published articles on a couple of different websites, while serving as a public relations representative for different short track teams. Born in North York, Ontario, Ashley currently lives in Bradford, Ontario and spends her weekend at the local short tracks in the area. She has spent her entire life at the short track level, falling in love with the sport at the age of five. Beyond her love of short track racing, she also has grown an interest for both NASCAR and the IndyCar Racing Series. She also enjoys taking photos and working on websites, while playing a couple rounds of Candy Crush afterwards.

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