Victory Junction - Adam's Legacy
06/20/23
The Tragic Death of Adam Petty and the Development of Victory Junction
- Adam Petty, a third-generation driver, lost control of his car in a practice session at New Hampshire.
- He was just 19 years old when he hit the wall head-on.
- Adam's death hastened the development of Victory Junction.
- The generosity of family and friends, including members of the racing community, helped make it possible.
- Land was provided by Kyle's parents.
- The camp was built in a remarkably short time, around 15-18 months.
- Victory Junction has been serving children for many years since its establishment.
Adam's Desire to Make a Difference and the Impact of Victory Junction
- Adam had a strong desire to use his platform to touch as many lives as possible.
- The Kyle Petty charity ride, raising money for children's hospitals, was already in progress.
- Adam's question about bringing children to them sparked the idea of Victory Junction.
- Meeting with Paul Newman's team and their doubts also motivated Kyle and his team.
- Despite challenges, they persevered and continued to work towards their goal.
- Victory Junction offers a wide range of activities, such as ropes courses, archery, horseback riding, and canoeing.
- Children with serious medical conditions can forget about their challenges and discover new things.
- The camp aims to let kids be kids and have fun, while also building self-confidence.
- The goal is for children to leave the camp with the belief that they can try anything they set their minds to.
- Victory Junction provides a place where kids can just be kids and escape the pressures of growing up too fast.
The Generosity and Support of the Community
- Victory Junction is made possible by the generosity of thousands of people who support the cause.
- The camp relies on the contributions of individuals, organizations, and volunteers.
- The community has rallied behind Victory Junction, saying yes to this worthy cause.
- The camp's mission goes beyond just fun; it aims to make a positive impact on the lives of children.
- Children who come to Victory Junction have a different perspective on life and deserve the opportunity to be carefree.