Power. Precision. Pace.
Welcome to Surge Racing
Meet the Team
We are Surge Racing, a group of six TY students from Gaelcholáiste Chéitinn, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary, Ireland. We are taking part in the F1 in Schools competition. We have made it our mission to produce the fastest car, to create a book of outstanding quality, to be the best and to become National and World Champions.
Senan Kavanagh
Team Manager & Manufacturing Engineer
Senan has previous experience in the junior category of the competition, F1 in Schools. He is a born leader and as team manager he has to ensure the car is ready for the finals. He works closely with all members of the team and offers assistance when necessary.
Jeff van Dam
Design Engineer
Jeff has unbelievable skills when it comes to CAD software such as SolidWorks. He understands wonderfully how cars work and the importance of aerodynamics. He, as design engineer, is responsible for the styling and the aerodynamic design of the car.
Sophie Ryan
Graphic Designer
Sophie is a very artistically minded girl constantly coming up with new and exciting ideas. Sophie, our graphic designer, is tasked with producing the colour schemes applied to the vehicle, including any special sponsorship decals, together with the final graphic renderings and any additional team marketing materials.
Katie Norris
Design Engineer
Katie has a great understanding of how a design engineer should think. She understands that she must take into consideration all the regulations and physical restrictions the car must comply with. Katie is responsible for the styling and the aerodynamic design of the car.
Martha Gibney
Resources Manager
Martha is exceptionally organized. Her organization skills are fantastic, which suits her aptly as a resource manager. She is also working along with Senan as Manufacturing Engineer. She manages time, materials and equipment for the design and the making of the cars. Martha has previous experience in the junior category of the competition.
Claire Power
Marketing & Communications Manager
Claire has remarkable people skills making her an ideal candidate for the marketing & communications manager. Her job is essentially to get sponsorship and to get our work publicized. She must get in contact with local media and potential sponsors to ensure maximum coverage and support for the team
