Kim Coon

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Kim Coon is a familiar face in the motorsports industry. She has spent the last ten years covering NASCAR, ARCA and motorcycle racing and recently has been seen co-hosting “Off The Grid” on NBC Sports as well as NASCAR’s popular “Glass Case of Emotion” podcast with driver Ryan Blaney.

She is best known for serving as an official spokesperson for NASCAR – acting as a liaison between fans and the exciting world of racing, while activating the title sponsor’s strategic plan through social media, broadcast channels and trackside events.

She currently serves as a pit road reporter for MRN in all three national NASCAR series. When she isn’t at a race track, she’s busy hosting digital assets and live events for NASCAR. Kim also regularly joins the morning news broadcast for WCCB Charlotte, The CW.

Born and raised in Orlando, Florida, Kim got her bachelor’s from the University of Miami (FL), where she double majored in Broadcasting and Religious Studies. She received her master’s in Integrated Marketing Communications from the University of Alabama. While attending Miami, Kim was a member of the university’s dance team. She also spent two seasons cheering in the NFL for the Carolina Panthers.

She currently resides in Charlotte, North Carolina. Kim loves getting her hands dirty with DIY home improvement projects, antique hunting and painting. She is also an avid reader and is always eager to loan from her collection of books.

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Norwegian officials, IOC to assess failed Oslo bid

LONDON (AP) — Norwegian Olympic officials will meet with IOC leaders in Switzerland to analyze the demise of Oslo's bid for the 2022 Winter Games and explore ways of improving the bidding process to win back future candidates.

Bulldogs' Gurley suspended...Good news for FSU...Colts win...Peterson could be re-arrested

ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Georgia star tailback Todd Gurley has been suspended indefinitely while the school investigates an alleged violation of NCAA rules. Gurley leads the Bulldogs with 773 yards rushing and eight touchdowns and is one of the nation's top Heisman Trophy candidates. Freshman Nick Chubb will likely replace Gurley as the No. 1 running back Saturday against Missouri.

Marussia to run only 1 car at Russian GP

SOCHI, Russia (AP) — The Marussia Formula One team says it will run only one car at the inaugural Russian Grand Prix this weekend as a sign of respect for its injured driver Jules Bianchi.

Colts look forward to Irsay's return

HOUSTON (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts are looking forward to the return of owner Jim Irsay, who was suspended for the first six weeks of the season after pleading guilty to a misdemeanor charge of driving while intoxicated.