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Carl Edwards Top Writers

1 - Mary Jo Buchanan

 

Writer bio

Mary Jo Buchanan is a long-time race fan. She first became interested in racing at the dirt track in Selinsgrove, PA, following her uncle's accomplished dirt track driver Jan Opperman. Sponsored by her grandfather's hardware store, Bogar's Building Supply, the #99 car won many races on the Pennsylvania dirt track circuit. Based on her experience in the pits, Mary Jo has become an avid racing fan, watching all series of NASCAR racing. Several years ago, she was chosen as one of five nationally recognized NASCAR fans to share her opinions with NASCAR at their national marketing convention. She follows racing for the thrill and excitement, as well as the wonderful people and friends she has made in the racing community.

Writes about

  1. NASCAR (116)
  2. Auto Racing (108)
  3. Motorsports (73)
  4. Breaking News (42)
  5. Editorial (34)
  6. Jeff Gordon (21)

2 - Kara Martin

 

Writer bio

Who am I? Just your average NASCAR lovin' outspoken Southern Girl! A misplaced Texan living on the outskirts of Washington DC. I'm a Paramedic/ER Technician with a knack for writing.

Laughing out loud is one of the things that I do best. I can't carry a tune to save my life and I am always up for new and exciting adventures. I'm a daredevil with a sharp, quick wit. Very feminine with a touch of tom-boyishness. Opinionated, yet open minded. Strong-willed, but know when not to take things too seriously. I'm a Super Hero who is light-hearted enough to laugh at myself. I'm Ferris Bueller in a short skirt.

I was raised by proud Southern parents who instilled generations of family values and traditions that have shaped me into a unique combination of elegance, brawn and brains. I've got...

Writes about

  1. NASCAR (20)
  2. Auto Racing (19)
  3. Sprint Cup (18)
  4. Motorsports (16)
  5. Stock Car Racing (16)
  6. Humor (13)

3 - Ron Ripple

 

Writer bio

Howdy, my name is Ron Ripple and with out a doubt NASCAR’s number one fan. I was born and raised in a small town in South Carolina with a population of about 459. It’s basically a town where everyone knows everyone’s business and you can’t walk down to the local grocery store without someone saying your name. Growing up I’ve always wanted to get out of this place and move to the big city. I’ve only had one passion in my life and that passion was NASCAR. It was the only exciting thing in my life, and on every Sunday starting in February and ending in November, you could find me at the local bar drinking a beer watching my boys race for the checkered flag.

When I finally got out of this small town in South Carolina, I decided that I needed to move closer to Darlington so that I could s...

4 - Kelly Crandall

 

Writer bio

Kelly has a love of NASCAR that borders on obession. Since 2001 she has made NASCAR a major part in her life and plans to continue that way. She's currenly a freshmen at Central Pennsylvania College majoring in Corporate Communications, wanting to be a journalist for NASCAR. Bleacher Report is Kelly's opportunity to finally have someone read her work since she's been writing for the past few years.

You can contact Kelly through Bleacher Report or at www.myspace.com/08k88 or you can search her on facebook.

Writes about

  1. NASCAR (74)
  2. Auto Racing (66)
  3. Editorial (34)
  4. Tony Stewart (20)
  5. Dale Earnhardt Jr. (17)
  6. Breaking News (17)

5 - Mark Eckhart Jr.

 

Writer bio

I'm an 19 year old male college student attending the University of Toledo. I love sports and look forward to writing my thoughts down for you all to read. My allegiance basically lies in Detroit although I live in Ohio. I'm a die-hard Tigers, Pistons, Red Wings fan. For the NFL I root for the Packers, but since the whole Favre thing I have now also began pulling for the Jets. Nascar might be my favorite sport of them all and my driver is #88 Dale Jr.

Writes about

  1. Auto Racing (17)
  2. NASCAR (17)
  3. Editorial (12)
  4. NBA
  5. Jimmie Johnson (5)
  6. Stats

6 - Patti Rodisch

 

Writer bio

Well my name is Patti. I am from Chicago. I basically write about NASCAR and auto racing. I tried other sports but my passion always brings me back. I am currently a student getting my AA in Mass Communication. I watch sports basically in my free time and study. My favorite driver is Jeff Gordon, I have followed NASCAR for 11 years now and I continue to learn new things all the time.I am always looking to get better at my writing and what I can offer other people in my stories.

Writes about

  1. Auto Racing (34)
  2. NASCAR (33)
  3. Editorial (22)
  4. Jeff Gordon
  5. Tony Stewart (7)
  6. MLB

7 - Mitchell Hall

 

Writer bio

Happily married man just returning to college to tie up some loose ends.
I work full time and love to follow, watch and write about NASCAR.
My wife has brought me closer to being a college football fan, where I feel anyone can plainly see that the SEC reigns supreme, with the Georgia Bulldogs at the top of the heap!

Writes about

  1. NASCAR (24)
  2. Editorial (23)
  3. Auto Racing (21)
  4. Kyle Busch (13)
  5. Motorsports (8)
  6. Dale Earnhardt Jr. (6)

8 - Dave Gainer

 

Writer bio

My name Dave I'm an east coast resident , and 1 of my favorite sports is Nascar, my favorite driver is Jimmy Johnson and the 48 team. I've been following Nascar for about 15 years, and the sport has changed alot since then. I also follow The NFL and of course Hockey...In my personal life i enjoy the great outdoors, fishing camping, hiking, mountain biking, off road power sports...

9 - Heath Heidemann

 

Writer bio

I am a 31 year old male living in North Central Wisconsin. I enjoy watching the Packers, no matter how good or bad. We as a family also watch NASCAR. I have a wife and 2 boys, which makes Sunday a BLAST around here. I have a job in Internet Marketing and am an Assistant Chief of a volunteer fire department.

I started posting articles for Bleacher Report in the Green Bay Packers page, but did not really enjoy it as much as my first NASCAR article. Since than, I have been all NASCAR, and am having a blast!

10 - Carol Messinger

 

Writer bio

I grew up 1 mile from the Nazareth, PA dirt track and spent every weekend there cheering for Mario Andretti , and many other famous dirt drivers. Frankie Schiender, Al Tasanady , and my favorite Sammy Beavers.

Writes about

  1. Auto Racing (1)
  2. NASCAR (1)
  3. Carl Edwards (1)
  4. Clint Bowyer (1)
  5. Editorial (1)

11 - Kaitlyn Vincie

 

Writer bio

Junior at Christopher Newport University majoring in Communication Studies. Intern for the Athletic Communications Department and NASCAR columnist for univeristy paper. Career goal of becoming a NASCAR pit reporter for the Sprint Cup Series.

Writes about

  1. NASCAR (2)
  2. Game Recap (1)
  3. Auto Racing (1)
  4. Carl Edwards (1)
  5. Greg Biffle (1)
  6. Jimmie Johnson (1)