Countdown for Lucky Fan to Win Seat at 'High Speed Hold 'Em on the Halifax'

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., Feb. 8, 2012  /PRNewswire/ -- NASCAR fans have just a few more days left to register to win a chance to go "All In" and play with the pros at the "High Speed Hold 'Em on the Halifax" celebrity poker tournament taking place during the heart of Speedweeks at the new MG on the Halifax.

The NASCAR Foundation Chairwoman Betty Jane France and The NASCAR Foundation Board Member and MG Resident Rusty Wallace will host NASCAR's finest for "High Speed Hold 'Em on the Halifax" on Feb. 22 from 7-10 p.m. at the exclusive new clubhouse of MG on the Halifax, a luxury waterfront community just minutes from Daytona International Speedway.

The fan contest to participate in the tournament ends Feb. 13, 2012. For contest rules and to enter, go to www.EventsatMGontheHalifax.com.

This unique event just days before the Daytona 500 will pit drivers, celebrities, poker pros and one lucky fan against each other in a Pro-Am Texas Hold 'Em Style Poker Tournament with proceeds benefiting The NASCAR Foundation and Speediatrics, the NASCAR-themed pediatrics unit at Halifax Health that cares for more than 2,000 children each year.

The event will be overseen by Honorary Tournament Director Annie Duke, Commissioner of the Epic Poker League and best-selling author of "Decide to Play Great Poker."

In addition to Duke's participation, each of the 22 tables at the event will seat at least one celebrity or professional poker player. The grand prize for the tournament is entry into an Epic Poker Pro/Am event valued at $1,500.

About The NASCAR Foundation

The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing Inc., (NASCAR) launched The NASCAR Foundation in January 2006. The Foundation is a 501(c) (3) non-profit entity that embodies the compassion of the NASCAR family and its commitment to serving communities. The NASCAR Foundation seeks to raise funds and increase volunteerism to support nonprofit charities and charitable causes throughout the nation with an emphasis placed on initiatives that affect the ability of children to live, learn and play. For more information on The NASCAR Foundation, visit the website: WWW.NASCAR.COM/foundation.

About MG on the Halifax

MG on the Halifax is an 18-acre luxury, waterfront condo community with two 25-story towers and private marina in the city of Holly Hill next to Daytona Beach, Fla. Along with more than 400 private residences, MG living includes a resort-style private clubhouse, fitness center, two pools, and a private marina with access to the Intracoastal and Atlantic and the hospitality and concierge services of MG Luxury Rentals. MG on the Halifax is owned and operated by a joint venture co-sponsored by Tarpon Partners – an affiliate of South Florida based The Swerdlow Group – and New York City-based Glenmont Capital Management, LLC. For more information, visit the Website at www.MGontheHalifax.com.

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