High Speed Hold ‘Em On The Halifax Set For Feb. 22

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NASCAR drivers aren’t in the business of folding, so the year’s first NASCAR Foundation fundraiser might pose a challenge.

The NASCAR Foundation Chairwoman Betty Jane France and foundation board member Rusty Wallace will host NASCAR’s finest during the heart of Speedweeks for “High Speed Hold ’Em on the Halifax” on Feb. 22 from 7-10 p.m. at the new clubhouse of MG on the Halifax.

This unique event will pit drivers, celebrities, poker pros and one lucky fan against each other in a Pro-Am Texas Hold ’Em Style Poker Tournament with proceeds benefiting The NASCAR Foundation and Speediatrics. MG on the Halifax, the luxury waterfront community just minutes from Daytona International Speedway, is partnering with The NASCAR Foundation to host the inaugural “High Speed Hold ‘Em on the Halifax.”

“What a great night this is going to be … a lot of fun and all for some worthy causes,” said The NASCAR Foundation Chairwoman Betty Jane France. “The NASCAR Foundation, Speediatrics and poker – I love them all. People who know me can attest to that. This evening is going to be memorable and meaningful. I can’t wait.”

Founded by France in 1999, Speediatrics is a NASCAR-themed pediatrics unit and is the only one of its kind in Central Florida that cares for more than 2,000 children each year, including about 300 of those receiving care in the Pediatric ICU.

The event will be overseen by Honorary Tournament Director Annie Duke, Commissioner of the Epic Poker League and best-selling author of “Decide to Play Great Poker.”

“I am so pleased to play my part in this inaugural tournament to support The NASCAR Foundation’s Speediatrics Program,” Duke said. “I’m looking forward to throttling up the action with Betty Jane and Rusty as we raise funds for this great cause.”

In addition to Duke’s participation, each of the 22 tables at the event will seat at least one celebrity or professional poker player. The grand prize for the tournament is entry into an Epic Poker Pro/Am event valued at $1,500.

Devoted fans support The NASCAR Foundation throughout the year, and one fortunate fan can win a chance to go “All In” and play with the pros. For details, go to www.EventsatMGontheHalifax.com

The event also features a charity art auction and exclusive entertainment by singer/songwriter Eric Lee Beddingfield.

“MG on the Halifax is the perfect facility to host this special evening,” foundation board member and MG on the Halifax resident Rusty Wallace said. “It is in the neighborhood of the Speediatrics unit at Halifax Health Medical Center and it demonstrates their commitment to the community in a significant and exciting way.”

The Feb. 22 benefit marks the grand opening of MG’s new 11,000 square foot clubhouse and fitness center.

“We are honored to partner with The NASCAR Foundation to showcase what promises to be an unforgettable night in a week of big events for Daytona and the entire racing community,” said Brett Dill, president of the MG on the Halifax ownership group. “I can’t think of a better way to open our clubhouse than to help a center that provides for the care and comfort of young patients.”

For more information about The NASCAR Foundation, please log on to NASCAR.COM/foundation.

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