
Mackena Bell , 19, Carson City, Nev. Finished eighth in final standings this year at Irwindale (Calif.) Speedway. First female driver to post a top three finish there.
Santerre says: “Bell has transitioned from late models to super late models in the last year, and more seat time in a Camping World car will help her comfort level.”
Jessic a Brunelli , 16, Hayward, Calif. Background includes Ford Focus,
sprint cars and karts. Ran modifieds at All American Speedway (Roseville, Calif.).
Santerre says: “Brunelli’s raw talent was impressive (at the recent D4D Combine at Motor Mile Speedway in Virginia), and gaining experience in a full-bodied stock car is key.”
Katie Hagar, 23, Damariscotta, Maine. Raced late models in Northern
California. Set qualifying record at Stockton 99 Speedway.
Santerre says: “Her immediate next step would be to get more time in a Camping World Series car, which is heavier and has more horsepower than the late model.”
Sloan Henderson , 17, Franklin, Ohio. This year’s Ohio NASCAR Whelen
All-American Series rookie of the year.
Santerre says: “Impressive despite her lack of experience, Henderson needs to log more laps in a late model before looking to make the next jump.”
Rebecca Kasten, 19, Mequon, Wis. Ran limited late models and late models in regional touring series.
Santerre says: “Her background is heavy with racing full-fendered cars, which will help her progression. While she has the most experience in the group, she still needs to prove it at the Camping World Series level.”