January 7, 2014January 7, 2014 Mark Schumann

Sports: Kyle Connery may be the fastest man in Vero Beach

DEREK MULLER and JASON REDMON

Vero Beach's rising star in the auto racing world has his foot to the floor on the track and in his pursuit of a degree in mechanical engineering. — Vero Beach’s rising star in the auto racing world has his foot to the floor on the track and in his pursuit of a degree in mechanical engineering.

Kyle Connery is a local sports hero that very few of us have heard of. Racing is a truly a global sport but most of us are not that familiar with it. Five minutes with Kyle and one would be amazed at the complexities and dedication it takes.

Some may not consider drivers athletes; however the level of physical endurance and focus of mind is just like any other sport. Racing at speeds of 140mph, or higher, one inch from a concrete wall and decisions made in hundredths of seconds takes a special kind of athlete and toughness of character. Kyle Connery is that guy. MORE…