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Name: Patrick Staropoli
Education: Sophomore at Plantation High School
Family: Mom--Arlene, Dad--Nick, and Sister--Devon
Age when started racing: 12
Missed opportunities because of racing: A few parties, but there will always be more
Regrets: None at all
Type of racing: FASTRUCK and FASCAR PRO-TRUCK Touring Series, asphalt oval
Type of car: Chevrolet truck
Sponsor(s): Star Racing Supplies/Haywood Plastering
Fastest speed: 140 mph
Best racing experience: Winning on the final night of racing at Hialeah Speedway, my home track, on August 13, 2005
Worst racing incident: In Albany, GA on the opening lap when another driver climbed the left rear corner of my car, creating a crash that half the field was involved in
Toughest track: Ocala Speedway with its long, flat, and curved backstretch and real tight turn 4
Burning ambition: To succeed in racing and become a champion of the NASCAR Nextel Cup Series
Favorite music: Hip-hop and a little bit of rock and country
Dislikes: Laziness and not performing to the best of my ability
Hobbies: Art, photography, and various sports
Favorite food: Rice
Favorite fruit: Strawberries
Favorite movie: Air Force One
Favorite actor/actress: Harrison Ford/Cameron Diaz
Dream car: Z06 C6 Corvette
Most admired people: My mom and dad
People who influenced you most: My mom and dad
Dreaded weekly chore: Dusting
Important qualities to succeed in life: Determination and the ability to succeed at whatever I put my mind to
Community involvement: I volunteer at Bonnet House (a historical home) and the Museum of Art. I also help school functions like Empty Bowls and various fundraisers that make my community a better place.
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