Almost 300 members of the motorsports press have been sent their annual ballot to select the 2003 Auto Racing All-America team. Among those on the ballot are former three-time Jerry Titus Award winner Jeff Gordon (1995, 1998, 2001), and the driver who has been All-American more than any other, Steve Kinser, who seeks his 21st All-America selection. Also on the ballot seeking selection in one of seven categories – Open Wheel, Stock Car, Road Racing, Drag Racing, Short Track, Touring Series and At Large – are 16 drivers who could be making their first-ever All-American appearance. Members of the American Auto Racing Writers and Broadcasters Association, will vote from among six drivers named in each category. Two from each category will be named to the first team, to be honored at the annual AARWBA banquet Jan. 10 in Pomona, Calif. The winner of the Jerry Titus Award will also be announced at the banquet. The Titus Award honors the team’s top driver – the one earning the most votes in the balloting regardless of category. The banquet also will salute racing legend Dan Gurney, is open to the public. For the full driver list and more info, see my Awards and Voting page.(11-26-2003)
