Michael

Michael trains hard. Shows up with passion and determination while upholding his values in sportsmanship.

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What do they love most about playing their sport(s)?

The thing I love most about racing is the feeling of speed and adrenaline rushing thru my body. The constant in the moment thinking is what I love the most as making the wrong decision could end my race and or my career. The other thing I love the most is being able to travel to places like Florida, Ottawa, Hamilton and more.


Who inspires them—on or off the field—and why?

A person that inspires me is Graham Rahal. Graham is one of the biggest Indy car drivers at 6 feet 2 inches and that is something I have to struggle with being a big kid at 6 feet tall and 190lbs putting me 25lbs over the minimum weight of my class. And he inspires me because even though you are not as small or short like others you can still succeed.


What’s one moment in their athletic journey that makes you proudest?

The proudest moment I’ve had was my 2nd year of professional karting competing in a class of 80 and finishing 8th with some of the top drivers. That year also included me travelling to Florida and competing in the Florida Winter Tour and finishing 4th for my first ever time racing in the states.

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