In 2009, Mike Green will handle the crew chief chores for the world championship-winning U.S. Army Top Fuel dragster which will once again be driven by Tony “The Sarge” Schumacher.  Last season, Green tuned the FRAM Top Fuel dragster as piloted by Schumacher’s teammate, Cory McClenathan. The Green/McClenathan duo finished third in the points after totaling one win in three final round appearances as well as eight semifinal round advancements.

A Sacramento, Calif. native, Green has almost 20 years of drag racing experience, working with many of the legends of the sport. He played a major role in Gary Ormsby's 1989 Top Fuel team championship and has since visited the winner's circle 39 times, 18 as a crew chief.

Responsible for the day-to-day supervision of all team activities at the direction of the Crew Chief. Directs pre-race and post-race pit work. Manages inventories and ordering of parts and supplies, oversees travel and personnel scheduling.

Oversees transportation of all team haulers, equipment and over-the-road crew. Maintains superchargers and ignition systems between events and services systems between runs.

Responsible for preparation of all clutch components at the race shop and assists with dyno-analysis. Services clutch between runs at events.

Responsible for the preparation of all cylinder heads, valves, valve springs and assembly. Replaces cylinder heads for each run at events.

Responsible for the assembly of short blocks at race shop and at events. Services the bottom end of engine between runs, inspecting bearings and exchanging rods and pistons.

Assists with assembly of short blocks at the race shop. Services the bottom end of engine between runs, inspecting bearings and exchanging rods and pistons.

Inspects each NHRA track and monitors changing conditions throughout each event. Conducts thorough analysis of clutch components from dyno results and track performance. Advises crew chief on set up and lane selection.

Responsible for mixing fuel mixture of 90% nitro methane and 10% methanol and for filling tank according to crew chief instructions to assure proper front end weight.

Mounts, dismounts, balances and inspects all four wheels and tires plus spare sets and assists all crew members as called upon. Also responsible for the videotaping of each run on race days.