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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Levy falters at Volvo China Open; 4 tied for lead

SHANGHAI (AP) — Defending champion Alexander Levy faltered down the stretch after a stellar start at the Volvo China Open on Saturday, setting up a four-way tie for the lead heading into the final round.

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Rockets and Wizards gain 3-0 advantages...Yanks end Mets' streak

DALLAS (AP) — The Houston Rockets have gained a 3-0 stranglehold on their first-round NBA playoff series with Dallas after beating the Mavericks 130-128 behind James Harden's playoff career-high 42 points. Dwight Howard had a huge night with 26 rebounds to go with his 13 points.

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Here is the latest North Carolina sports news from The Associated Press

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Joey Logano has won the pole position for tonight NASCAR Sprint Cup race at Richmond International Raceway. The Daytona 500 winner turned a fast lap at 127.071 mph in the third round on the 0.75-mile oval yesterday night. He easily edged Denny Hamlin for the top spot.

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Here is the latest South Carolina sports news from The Associated Press

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Joey Logano has won the pole position for tonight NASCAR Sprint Cup race at Richmond International Raceway. The Daytona 500 winner turned a fast lap at 127.071 mph in the third round on the 0.75-mile oval yesterday night. He easily edged Denny Hamlin for the top spot.

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Astros edge A's in 11th, 5-4

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Robbie Grossman singled in two runs in the 11th inning, and the Houston Astros beat the Oakland Athletics 5-4 on Friday night to match their best start in eight years.