NASCAR Champion Ty Majeski Delivers Heartfelt Speech at Awards Ceremony
Ty Majeski, the newly crowned NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series champion, delivered an emotional and inspiring acceptance speech at the NASCAR Awards ceremony, reflecting on his journey from a young NASCAR fan to championship driver. His address highlighted the unique path of professional racing and acknowledged the numerous individuals who contributed to his success.
From Dreams to Reality
Growing up as an avid NASCAR enthusiast, Majeski spent countless hours playing NASCAR Thunder 2004 in his parents’ basement. He emphasized that racing isn’t merely a sport or occupation but "truly a way of life." Unlike other professional sports, Majeski noted that NASCAR drivers don’t get drafted but instead must forge their own paths:
The thing about racing is that there is no blueprint. As drivers, we don’t get drafted like other sports – we get to write our own unique story.
Key Contributors to Success
Family and Core Team
- Father – acknowledged as a primary inspiration
- Core super late model team – 12-year partnership
- Wife Ally – recognized for unwavering support
- ThorSport Racing family – Duke, Rhonda, and Allison
Technical Team Members
| Role | Name |
|---|---|
| Crew Chief | Joe Shear |
| Team Members | Tyler Shulik |
| Cade Faith | |
| Todd Dixon | |
| Logan Co | |
| Ian Nedwick | |
| Brandon Lines | |
| Brad Means |
Corporate Partnerships
Majeski acknowledged several crucial partnerships that made his championship possible:
- Road Ranger
- Soda Sun Cincinnati Incorporated
- Menards
- Curb Records
- iRacing.com
- Bell Helmets
- Epic Media
- Ford Motor Company
Ford’s Milestone Achievement
A significant highlight of Majeski’s speech was the recognition of Ford Motor Company’s accomplishment:
This is their third consecutive NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series championship.
He specifically thanked key Ford executives:
- Jim Farley
- Mark Rushbrook
- Pat DeMarco
- Kirk Aldi
- Matt Todd
Personal Growth and Future Outlook
The champion reflected on the learning experiences throughout his career, stating:
I have learned so much from each experience and hardship, and looking back at them makes this very moment so much more rewarding.
The speech concluded with Majeski expressing gratitude to the fans and looking ahead to the 2025 season, marking 2024 as a "dream come true" year in his racing career.
Notable Racing Moments
Majeski shared a humorous anecdote about the Kansas fall race, where fuel management became crucial:
Joe comes over the radio at the top of his lungs and says ‘What about saving fuel do you not understand?’ I reply ‘Joe, I got it.’ Turns out I didn’t have it – ran out of gas with one lap to go.
This transparent acknowledgment of challenges faced during the championship season demonstrated the authentic relationship between driver and crew chief, as well as the learning experiences that contributed to their ultimate success.
