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Name: Larry Barford, Jr.
Current Residence: Denton, MD
Age When Started Racing: 7
Personal Quote: “If your actions inspire others to dream, learn, do more, and become more, then you are a winner in life.”
Drug Free Message: “Drugs only get you high for a short time. Dreams keep you high for a lifetime!”
Type of Racing: Go-karts, late models, NASCAR trucks, ARCA Racing Series.
Series/Types of Tracks: Road course, paved ovals and super speedways.
Awards/ Records: Cert. Police Driving Instructor, Honorary Volunteer Fire Fighter for fundraising for the department.
Toughest Tracks: Old Dominion Speedway
Fastest Speed: 180mph
Best Racing Experience: Being able to race and compete with the best. Racing with my fallen police brother’s picture on the hood, as a tribute to him.
Worst Racing Experience: Hitting another racecar in the door at 100 mph.
Sponsors: First Mariner Bank, Dr. James Murphy MD (Trauma doctor).
Community Involvement: VP Boys Little League, baseball coach/All-stars volunteer during local festivals.
Ultimate Goals: Live life to the fullest with no regrets.
Important Qualities to Succeed in Life: Education - the more you learn, the farther you will go. NEVER give up. Use negativity as a positive motivator.
Role Models: My uncle “Kunk,” my Lord and Savior, and Mom and Dad for pushing me toward my dreams.
Additional Information You Would Like to Share: I am a dad to two wonderful, smart boys. I enjoy helping others; it gives me a sense of fulfillment. In my spare time I love being on the water in my boats, camping, and becoming one with nature.
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