Drag Racing Association Receives $337,750 Check From Governor Bryan to Complete St. Croix Track

Governor Albert Bryan on Thursday presented the Caribbean Drag Racing Association (CDRA) a check for $337,750, which the administration says will go toward the completion of a remodeled drag racing track that will infuse new life into the much-loved sport.

Sports, Parks and Recreation Commissioner Calvert White and St. Croix Administrator Sammuel Sanes joined the governor, who presented the check to CDRA President Arthur Hector and CDRA Treasurer Ramon Cuencas, according to Gov't House. The funding represents 50 percent of the total funding available to complete the reconstruction of the drag racing track, which is just east of the Henry E. Rohlsen Airport, the release stated.

“We are truly excited about the return of drag racing in the near future,” Mr. Bryan said =. “Similar to horse racing, drag racing is an important part of our culture and how we interact socially. I commend Mr. Hector and the CDRA organization for their persistence in ensuring this sport continues to thrive here in the territory. We look forward to seeing the project completed.”

According to Mr. Hector and Mr. Cuencas, the funding will allow CDRA to install safety walls and fencing and to pave the return lane of the track. In 2020, the CDRA also received $500,000 in government funding to begin the work of building a better, safer track. That funding, in addition to private sector support, covered the cost of paving the main drag racing strip, and the construction of ADA-compliant bleachers and a judge’s tower with a VIP section.