HEATHER HADLEY
HEATHER HADLEY
Heather Hadley is a rising star in motorsports with an impressive track record: 10 championships, experience across multiple racing series, and a clear goal of competing professionally in IMSA. Beyond her speed on the track, she stands out for her academic excellence, community involvement, and passion for inspiring the next generation. A driver with skill, heart, and a mission.
HEATHER HADLEY
"My mission in motorsports is to never stop pushing to be the best version of myself that I can be. "
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about me
ABOUT ME
Heather “The Heat” Hadley is a 23-year-old race car driver from Northern California with her sights set on becoming a professional IMSA driver. She began racing at an indoor karting facility at just nine years old, and since then, she has competed in everything from Legend Cars and Sportsman Asphalt Cars to Mazda Miatas—driving anything she can get her hands on. Heather’s passion for racing is matched by her natural talent, with ten championships already under her belt. But she’s more than just a competitor—she’s a charismatic and compassionate individual determined to leave a legacy that lasts far beyond her racing career. An honor roll student and active community participant, Heather is committed to becoming a role model for children, using her platform to inspire and make a positive impact in the world.
Heather “The Heat” Hadley is a 23-year-old race car driver from Northern California with her sights set on becoming a professional IMSA driver. She began racing at an indoor karting facility at just nine years old, and since then, she has competed in everything from Legend Cars and Sportsman Asphalt Cars to Mazda Miatas—driving anything she can get her hands on. Heather’s passion for racing is matched by her natural talent, with ten championships already under her belt. But she’s more than just a competitor—she’s a charismatic and compassionate individual determined to leave a legacy that lasts far beyond her racing career. An honor roll student and active community participant, Heather is committed to becoming a role model for children, using her platform to inspire and make a positive impact in the world.
Mission Statement
Mission Statement
My mission in motorsports is to constantly push myself to become the best version of who I can be. I strive to show up to every race prepared, focused, and ready to face whatever lies around the next corner. I place strong value on having a loyal, hardworking team, a supportive fan base, and a community that believes in the journey. My ultimate goal in racing is to rise through the road course ranks while inspiring the next generation to keep chasing their dreams—no matter the obstacles.
My mission in motorsports is to constantly push myself to become the best version of who I can be. I strive to show up to every race prepared, focused, and ready to face whatever lies around the next corner. I place strong value on having a loyal, hardworking team, a supportive fan base, and a community that believes in the journey. My ultimate goal in racing is to rise through the road course ranks while inspiring the next generation to keep chasing their dreams—no matter the obstacles.
GALLERY
GALLERY
ACHIEVEMENTS
2017
- Champion - Legends of the PaciFic State Championship
- Runner-up - NASA National Championship

- First female to win the Silver State Winter Series Championship
- Champion - U.S. Legend Cars National Touring Points Championship
- Champion - NASA NorCal Points Championship

2019
2020
- Runner-up - U.S. Legend Cars Oval Nationals

- Runner-up - U.S. Legend Cars Road Course Points Championship

2021
2022
- Champion - U.S. Legend Cars Silver State Winter Series Championship
- Winner of the Mazda Women's Initiative Scholarship

- 10 Top Finishing Female Awards
- Ranked #2 out of 355,842 drivers

2023
ACHIEVEMENTS
2017
champion - Legends of the PaciFic State Championship
- Runner-up - NASA National Championship

2019
- First female to win the Silver State Winter Series Championship
- Champion - U.S. Legend Cars National Touring Points Championship
- Champion - NASA NorCal Points Championship

2020
- Runner-up - U.S. Legend Cars Oval Nationals

2021
- Runner-up - U.S. Legend Cars Road Course Points Championship

2022
- Champion - U.S. Legend Cars Silver State Winter Series Championship
- Winner of the Mazda Women's Initiative Scholarship

2023
- 10 Top Finishing Female Awards
- Ranked #2 out of 355,842 drivers

TIME UNTIL NEXT RACE
TIME UNTIL NEXT RACE
IN THE NEWS
In the Pits With Heather Hadley
The 2022 Mazda MX-5 Cup Shootout: Meet The Finalists Part 1
In the Pits With Heather Hadley
The 2022 Mazda MX-5 Cup Shootout: Meet The Finalists Part 1
The Line She Draws
The new series First to the Finish Line premieres Tuesday, March 25, on Prime Video,
following drivers Heather Hadley and Sally Mott as they race throughout the Mazda MX-5
season. PEOPLE has an exclusive first look at the trailer for the upcoming show, which also
features Shea Holbrook, owner of BSI Racing—one of the teams competing in the racing
league.
The Mazda MX-5 series, part of IMSA, serves as a key stepping stone for emerging drivers
looking to transition from amateur racing to the professional circuit.
Hadley, 22 years old and currently studying at the University of North Carolina, has already
earned five national and world racing championships and is now considering her next career
moves
The Line She Draws
The new series First to the Finish Line premieres Tuesday, March 25, on Prime Video,
following drivers Heather Hadley and Sally Mott as they race throughout the Mazda MX-5
season. PEOPLE has an exclusive first look at the trailer for the upcoming show, which also
features Shea Holbrook, owner of BSI Racing—one of the teams competing in the racing
league.
The Mazda MX-5 series, part of IMSA, serves as a key stepping stone for emerging drivers
looking to transition from amateur racing to the professional circuit.
Hadley, 22 years old and currently studying at the University of North Carolina, has already
earned five national and world racing championships and is now considering her next career
moves
KEY MOMENTS
HEATHER IN FIRST PERSON
HEATHER IN FIRST PERSON
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