Cool Tech's Ryan Pond Secures SoCal 2017 SM NASA Champ Title


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nota4re

GT Owner
Mark IV Lifetime
Le Mans 2010 Supporter
Feb 15, 2006
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Many of you know that in addition to growing up twisting wrenches on Ford GTs, getting his Mechanical Engineering degree from Cal Poly Pomona, pursuing a second degree in computer science, and working full-time now for Hyundai/Kia as an automotive calibration engineer, Ryan has also taken up the pursuit of his favorite passion which is driving. This is his first full season with SoCal NASA organization (Spec Miata) and with winning both races this weekend, he's put a punctuation mark on claiming the 2017 SoCal Regional Championship title. Very proud of him. Looking at opportunities to do even better stuff in 2018 without breaking the already fragile bank!!
 
Way Cool! Congratulations!
 
Sounds like a bright, talented, “go-getter”! Congratulations.
 
That’s outstanding. Especially his educational accomplishments. Congrats.

Chip
 
Excellent achievements across the board. Faster cars and longer races ahead! Congratulations to all!
 
Awesome - Monica and I are so very proud and happy for Ryan, congratulations!
And also big congratulations to his home team. You are a fortunate Man Mr. Pond... what a wonderful family. :thumbsup
 
Impressive resume on all counts.
 
Well done.
 
Congratulations to all involved. Way too "cool". One question for you Kendall, were you his "wrench"?
 
Excellent news!! Such an awesome young man, and family.
 
Well Done Ryan. What the others said x2!
 
Thanks for all of the comments and know that all of you and many others are responsible for shaping this young man and our daughter, Lauren as well. I probably did a lot of things wrong as a parent (it's one of those on the job learning gigs). But I did know that since I went to college a lot has changed and the social part of a young person's development was key. So I pushed and encouraged them to meet an interact with FordGT owners - and what a brilliant move that was. Not so much that the idea was good, but the fabric from which 99% of GT owners are woven from - just doesn't get any better. By definition, GT owners are upper middle class or above - and could easily be snobish a-holes - but this GT crowd is comprised of anything but. I think both of our kids learned countless things from these interactions - and for that I am greatly indebted.
 
nota4re said:
Thanks for all of the comments and know that all of you and many others are responsible for shaping this young man and our daughter, Lauren as well. I probably did a lot of things wrong as a parent (it's one of those on the job learning gigs). But I did know that since I went to college a lot has changed and the social part of a young person's development was key. So I pushed and encouraged them to meet an interact with FordGT owners - and what a brilliant move that was. Not so much that the idea was good, but the fabric from which 99% of GT owners are woven from - just doesn't get any better. By definition, GT owners are upper middle class or above - and could easily be snobish a-holes - but this GT crowd is comprised of anything but. I think both of our kids learned countless things from these interactions - and for that I am greatly indebted.
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Well said. We are all blessed and we do not take it for granted. Makes for a great group to be with.
 
Terrific to hear of all Ryan’s progress these past few years. Keep working hard young man and keep pursuing your dreams!
 
Spectacular news! Ryan has always struck me as a young man who is wise beyond his years. Stoked to see him taking advantage of all these opportunities. I'm sure you are very proud indeed Kendall.

Vince H
 
Congrats, Ryan and Kendall!

Kendall, now you no long can "instruct" Ryan on driving lines and how to execute turn-in and track-out...! :)

Ed
 
Congrats Ryan Meister and Papa as well, stay safe Pal!
 
Cool buddy! Please tell Ryan congratulations. It was really great to see you and chat with you at the show! Don't be a stranger!
 
Very competitive field that’s awesome
You know the old saying how do you get a small fortune in racing start with a big one
 
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