Unsung Heroes: Scott Gerkin – Crew Chief for Steve Kinser
Each week throughout the season we will provide a Q&A with a team member within the World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series. This week we chose Scott Gerkin, who is the longtime crew chief for Steve Kinser.
Name: Scott Gerkin
Hometown: Mitchell, Ind.
Team: Tony Stewart Racing #11
Title: Crew Chief
Background: Scott has been involved in sprint car racing for more than 30 years. While he has crewed for “The King” since 1995, Gerkin spent time working for Karl Kinser in the 1980s. He also crewed for Mark Kinser and Kenny Jacobs among others.