Ramsey lives life in the fast lane

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August 12, 2009

By Cheryl Licklider, Commentary The Enid News and Eagle Wed Aug 12, 2009, 11:08 PM CDT

Shawn Ramsey lives an exciting and perilous life both on and off the racetrack. During the week he serves and protects the citizens as a patrolman with Enid Police Department. On Saturday nights, Ramsey transforms into a weekend warrior in Enid Speedway’s premier limited modified division.

“My favorite thing about racing is the adrenaline rush,” said Ramsey. “Racing relieves all the stress that I encounter during the week.”

Ramsey is following family tradition in both his racing and law enforcement careers. According to the young gun, he was bit by the racing bug while traveling with his father, George Ramsey, on the sprint car series. He also was influenced by his uncle who served on the local police department for more than two decades.

“I grew up watching my uncle and always knew that I wanted to be a policeman just like him,” said Ramsey. “I enjoyed helping my dad out with his racing. When he quit I started coming out to the track on Saturday nights and the racing bug bit me again.”

According to Ramsey, he approached his father about forming a race team and they put together a mini stock five years ago.

“My dad is like my coach out here,” said Ramsey. “He has taught me a lot about everything he knows about racing. I wouldn’t be out here without him. The first season was a blast when I won rookie of the year and decided to move up.”

Ramsey pilots the quick No. 14R which sports a PRC chassis and is powered by a motor built by Ramsey’s uncle, Norman Koehn. His father and uncle serve as pit crew members. Steve Blunk and the guys at Platinum Motorsports assist Ramsey with his quick ride.

“My dad and uncle do most of the work on the car but the guys at Platinum help me chase down parts and help with anything I need,” said Ramsey.

Norman’s Racing Engines, Chem Can Services, American Tactical Supply, Value Auto, Maltese Customs and Childhelp USA sponsor this talented competitor.

Ramsey always has been competitive. He played both baseball and football at Garber High School. The Wolverines made a bid for the state baseball championship in 1997.

When he’s not busy with his law enforcement or racing careers, Ramsey enjoys spending time with his wife, Daisy, and their four children.

“My wife, mom and kids are very supportive of my racing,” said Ramsey.

“They come out and watch me and are very understanding about the three nights a week I spend in my dad’s shop tinkering with the car and getting everything ready for Saturday night. I couldn’t do it without their support.”

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