Sergeant Mike Pearson — Took over the management of Tango 1 Police Drag Racing in 2004. A police officer since 1984, Mike is passionate about Road Safety and formed Beat the Heat (WA) in 2005. He has developed it to where it is today. |
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John Solich— Joined Beat the Heat in 2005 when it formed in WA. A civilian member of the team, John brings extensive drag racing experience to the team after crewing in Top Fuel for 4 seasons. A self-taught mechanic he stripped his first engine at age 8. |
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Senior Constable Lee Watson— Joined the original Tango 1 Police Drag Racing Team in 1993. A police officer since 1986, he joined Beat the Heat in 2007. Lee has been drag racing for 30 years. |
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Sergeant Chris DeBruin Chris joined the Beat the Heat team in 2010. Chris has previous drag racing experience at the old Ravenswood track in a Monaro. Chris has been an operational Police Officer since 1986. |
Mike Caridi - Public Officer Mike joined the team in 2007 as our Public Officer and assists our Treasurer in keeping the Teams financial affairs in order. A Motorsport enthusiast, Mike is an avid believer of encouraging the younger generation to bring their racing to the track. |
Mike Wubbels Mike joined the team in 2014. He started his Automotive Engine Reconditioning trade in 1974 and that was the beginning of his interest & involvement with Drag Racing. Mike is a former driving instructor for motorcycle and car classes and was a member of the City of Gosnells Roadwise Committee. As a father of young adult children, Mike share’s our passion for making our roads a safer place. |