Born .: 07/10/1975 (34 Years Old) Hometown .: Las Vegas, Nevada Height .: 5'9" Weight .: 180 lbs. Spouse .: Single Children .: None

With the capture of back-to-back NASCAR Winston West Series Championships (2000 and 2001), Brendan Gaughan,(pronounced Gone), has firmly established himself as one of America's hottest racing talents.

At the age of 26, this top-ranked Las Vegas native has made an impressive transition from the world of high-powered off-road truck racing into the arena of high-speed stock car competition.

Earning the 2002 NASCAR Winston West Series Championship, Gaughan and Orleans Racing returned last season to defend their title, plus added selected NASCARCraftsmanevents to their schedule. "Our plan was to take home a second Winston West crown," explains the popular Las Vegas resident, "and we did just that. The second part of our plan was to gain as much experience in the truck series as possible. And, again, we were able to accomplish our goal."

Leaving no doubt to his skill on the track, Gaughan definitely showed his prowess in the Craftsman Truck Series, scoring a third at Mesa Marin in Bakersfield, Calif., and a second at Texas Motor Speedway.

"I started racing in trucks," smiles Gaughan. "I really feel at home behind the wheel and better yet, they are really fun to drive. The Craftsman Truck Series offers incredible competition and I couldn't be happier to be in the Series full time. There are some great drivers and the racing is aggressive. In short, it is a terrific series for both drivers and fans."

Gaughan, son of Las Vegas hotel and casino magnate Michael Gaughan and the grandson of local gaming pioneer Jackie Gaughan, discovered his passion for racing at a young age. "My dad used to take me out to the desert races with him, and that's where it all began," said Gaughan.

From desert buggies to full-sized trucks, Gaughan's off-road career boasts five championship titles and a wealth of knowledge. A lengthy union with the Walker Evans Racing (1992 - 1999) groomed him to make the full time transition from high-powered off-road truck racing into the arena of high-speed stock car racing.

"When I first got involved in off-road racing, I didn't even have a driver's license," said Gaughan. "I had to be driven out to the race track! I think my dad finally took me seriously when I won that first desert race, and he's been very supportive ever since."

A graduate of Georgetown University with a degree in business management, Gaughan has shown that his athletic talents extend beyond the track to the basketball court and the football field.

During his tenure at the university, he was a member of the Georgetown Men's Basketball team under well-known coach, John Thompson. The team won two Big East regular season championships, participated in four NCAA tournaments, and even competed in the Sweet Sixteen and Elite Eight.

Gaughan was also a member of the Georgetown Men's Football team that participates in the NCAA Division IAA level where he earned All-Conference honors.

In addition to his current focus on the Craftsman Truck Series, Gaughan is an instructor for the Richard Petty Driving Experience at his home track, the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. He is also keeping busy learning the many facets of the family's hotel and casino operations.

"I've been working in the business since I was 13 years old," explained Gaughan. "So far, my duties have included just about everything from bussing tables to dealing cards. My goals are to be successful in both my business career and my racing career."

Career Stats Starts .: 163 Wins .: 8 Top 5s .: 32 Top 10s .: 55 Sponsors .: International MaxxForce Diesel Make .: Ford

2008 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Race Results

Date Track Str. Fin. $ Won Status 02/15 Daytona International Speedway 28 34 13,310   Accident 02/23 Auto Club Speedway 12 12 14,410   Running 03/07 Atlanta Motor Speedway 24 15 12,485   Running 03/29 Martinsville Speedway 16 11 12,135   Running 04/26 Kansas Speedway 22 6 14,685   Running 05/16 Lowe's Motor Speedway 29 3 25,870   Running 05/24 Mansfield Motorsports Park 20 30 7,835   Running 05/30 Dover International Speedway 27 20 13,510   Running 06/06 Texas Motor Speedway 21 15 15,685   Running 06/14 Michigan International Speedway 25 5 15,810   Running 06/20 Milwaukee Mile 7 16 11,435   Running 06/28 Memphis Motorsports Park 23 22 9,235   Running 07/19 Kentucky Speedway 30 28 11,810   Accident 07/25 O'Reilly Raceway Park 15 6 13,435   Running 08/09 Nashville Superspeedway 27 24 7,060   Running 08/20 Bristol Motor Speedway 16 13 11,260   Running 09/06 Gateway International Raceway 30 21 10,685   Running 09/13 New Hampshire Motor Speedway 16 20 11,635   Running 09/20 Las Vegas Motor Speedway 12 20 10,485   Running 10/04 Talladega Superspeedway 20 20 16,710   Running 10/18 Martinsville Speedway 27 22 9,360   Running 10/25 Atlanta Motor Speedway 17 16 11,335   Running 10/31 Texas Motor Speedway 21 16 11,760   Running 11/07 Phoenix International Raceway 9 10 13,135   Running 11/14 Homestead-Miami Speedway 24 18 14,785   Running 11/24 Homestead-Miami Speedway 15 15 44,367   Running

Career Stats Starts .: 36 Wins .: 0 Top 5s .: 1 Top 10s .: 4 Sponsors .: Kodak / Jasper Engines Make .: Dodge

Career Stats Starts .: 46 Wins .: 8 Top 5s .: 24 Top 10s .: 30 Sponsors .: NAPA Auto Parts/Orleans Make .: Dodge

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