Parker and BAM in 2003? UPDATE: hearing that #49 BAM Racing is talking to several drivers for next season but Hank Parker Jr. has apparently moved near the top of the list for a full-time ride with the team next season. There is a possibility Parker might drive one or two Winston Cup races for BAM this year too.(9-20-2002) UPDATE: #36 BGN driver Hank Parker Jr. said he is exploring all his options for next season, which include moving up to Winston Cup and remaining with his current team. Parker, 27, is in the final year of his contract with Team Jesel and sponsor GNC hasn’t decided whether to return next season. He has two series wins, including a victory this year at Pikes Peak. “Everything is really up in the air. I’m waiting to see what GNC is going to do. I’d love to go Cup racing, but I’m waiting on the right opportunity,” Parker said. “I really wish I knew what I was doing because it’s getting kind of late and it’s getting kind of nerve-racking for me.” BAM Racing contacted Parker about driving a race this season, but Parker declined because the team was out of tests and he wanted to test the car first. Several rides remain open in Cup, including the #25 with Hendrick Motorsports, #36 with MB2 Motorsports and #49 BAM Racing.(ThatsRacin.com)(9-21-2002)
