Liberty University to Sponsor JR Motorsports’ William Byron

Liberty University has signed with William Byron to sponsor the No. 9 Late Model Stock car he is driving for JR Motorsports.

The school will receive primary branding on the No. 9 late model as Byron competes regionally in the NASCAR Whelen Series for JR Motorsports this season.

“We welcome this opportunity to partner with William Byron, order a young man who possesses the skills and values to become a champion, sales not only on the racetrack, but personally and professionally as well,” said Jerry Falwell, President of Liberty University.

Byron is in his first season with JR Motorsports. He joined the late model program in January after a 2013 U.S. Legends Cars debut that featured 33 wins and a Young Lions Division national championship. So far this year, the 16-year-old sophomore at Charlotte (N.C.) Country Day School has finished second in two late model races at Hickory (N.C) Motor Speedway.

“I am proud to represent such a fine university,” said Byron. “Liberty University provides a number of opportunities both on campus and online to accommodate those seeking a higher education. I understand the importance of balancing my education and passion for racing, that’s why this is a perfect partnership. In addition to representing Liberty on the track in my JR Motorsports car, I look forward to enrolling in my first online college class this summer.”

“William, like so many of Liberty’s students, has applied skills developed and refined through virtual educational technologies to achieve practical success,” said Falwell. “Liberty is honored to spread the word about its unique educational opportunities while partnering with this rising star of racing.”