PIRTEK Team Murray, which will enter the No. 61 car driven by Matthew Brabham in the 100th Running of the Indianapolis 500 Mile Race and the Angie’s List Grand Prix of Indianapolis in May, announced that it will join with the Chris Kyle Frog Foundation to provide an integrated program serving military and first responder families.

The Chris Kyle Frog Foundation, established in 2014, serves military and first responders through interactive experiences that enriches family relationships. Taya Kyle, founder of the organization that honors her late husband -- U.S. Navy SEAL sniper Chris Kyle, author of the autobiography “American Sniper” and the inspiration for Clint Eastwood’s movie “American Sniper” – will be the team’s official ambassador.

Kyle joined Brabham and team principal Brett Murray at the INDYCAR stage at the Performance Racing Industry trade show in Indianapolis to unveil the Chevrolet-powered car that will be prepared by KV Racing Technology.

“The Chris Kyle Frog Foundation is honored and incredibly excited to be a part of PIRTEK Team Murray and the 100-year tradition rooted in excellence that is the Indianapolis 500,” she said.

“Team owner Brett Murray and many of those involved with PIRTEK Team Murray are close friends of my sister, Ashley and her family in Australia. We’re humbled that Brett has presented the Chris Kyle Frog Foundation this opportunity and look forward to working with the team to leverage our programs.”

The No. 61 reflects the year in which Brabham’s grandfather, Jack, first raced in the Indianapolis 500.

And a good shot, too

During a fundraising event for the Chris Kyle Frog Foundation last weekend in Texas, Kyle scored more points in a sharpshooting showdown than reigning National Rifle Association World Shooting champion Bruce Piatt.

Kyle faced off against Piatt in a series of battlefield-simulated challenges.

Book sales benefit Racing For Kids

Chris Workman, author and illustrator of “The Longest Day: A Childhood Race Adventure,” will donate $2 to Racing For Kids for each copy of his book sold before Dec. 21.

To purchase a copy and benefit Racing For Kids, click HERE.