Pensacola, FL — January 26th — The SEAL (Sealed Engine Alliance Leaders) Committee has announced the accepted positions for its newly revamped committee structure. These appointments represent a significant step forward in strengthening governance, technical oversight, and collaboration across the late model racing community.
This announcement confirms leadership, administrative, technical advisory, and voting member appointments.
Committee Leadership (Non-Voting)
Chair: Marty Melo
Consultant: RJ Scott
Committee Administrator: Nicholas Rogers
Technical Advisory Group (Non-Voting)
David Lewis
Freddie Query
Rick Davis
Pro Late Model – Voting Members
Scott Menlen
Tim Bryant
Bob Sargent
Kip Childress
Chris Wright
Super Late Model – Voting Members
Scott Menlen
Tim Bryant
Bob Sargent
Tim Huddelston
Todd Thelen
Marty Melo, Chair of the SEAL Committee, emphasized the importance of the committee’s refreshed structure and collaborative approach:
“This revamped SEAL Committee is about transparency, balance, and technical consistency across the industry. By separating voting responsibilities from leadership and advisory roles, we’re creating a structure that allows informed decisions while maintaining fairness and accountability.”
Tim Bryant, voting member representing both Pro Late Model and Super Late Model divisions, highlighted the significance of industry representation and cooperation:
“The SEAL Committee brings together experienced voices from across different series and regions. This structure gives a diverse group of industry leaders a seat at the table and ensures that decisions are made with the long-term health of the sport in mind”.
The SEAL Committee plans to hold its first official meeting this week.
