3rd generation racer Shaun Kelson is the grandson of the famous boat builder and Honor Squadron Member Don Kelson. After many years of racing various vintage hydroplanes restored at the Don Kelson Hydroplane shop, in 2018 Shaun decided it was time to get a hydroplane of his own. Naturally there was no choice other than to get a Kelson Hydroplane. Originally known as The Darkhorse, and then Cat Ballou, Shaun quickly renamed the boat to non other than “The Don” after his grandfather. The Don can be seen at nearly every Region 10 Inboard event putting on exiting exhibitions of what races looked like over 30 years ago.
Owner Name: Shaun Kelson
Driver Name: Shaun Kelson
Hometown: Buckley
Boat Name: The Don
Boat Number: N-37
Class: Vintage
Hull: Kelson
Engine: 305 Chevrolet
Crew Chief: Crystal Johnny
Crew Members: Crystal Kelson, Kirya Reither, Johnny Jackson
Awards: 2018 Vintage High Points Champion
2018 Vintage Sportsman Award