Dirt Track Diaries Vol 4: Jessica Miler- "Fast Lanes & Family Ties: A Life in Racing"

Name: Jessica Miller

Hometown: Danville

Age: 29

Years racing: 26

Home track: Greenwood Valley Action Track

I got involved in racing from my family, my dad raced then introduced my brother then me into racing. I currently race winged and wingless 600s. Also my step daughters are going to start racing for the 2025 season. Racing has always been apart of my life, I have many memories of my achievements and some failures. I also get to spend every weekend with my family doing something that we all enjoy.

Being a female competitor you can get scrutinized a little more than if a male did the same thing. You make one mistake or spin out for a reason out of your control and that’s all they see you as even if it was caused by a mechanical issue. Some competitors they treat you just like another driver which is nice when that happens but there are a select few that only see you as a girl.

Why: I just enjoy the fast paced action and I like competitive things. I also enjoy the thrill of racing. I’m involved in racing due to my family and stay involved due to them as well, I love being able to be at the track with them. I will continue to stay involved for as long as I can as a driver but also because my step daughters starting and we all enjoy going to different tracks to watch races or on streaming apps.