She's A Champion Racecar Driver From Ocean County, And She Needs Your Vote

MANCHESTER, NJ — At an age where many of her classmates are just dreaming of getting their learner's permits, Madison Boyd has logged thousands of miles behind the wheel.

The 15-year-old, whose mother lives in Manchester and whose father lives in Howell, isn't logging those miles dealing with traffic on the Garden State Parkway or on trips around town, however. Madison, or Maddie as she goes by, is a champion quarter-midget racecar driver.

Boyd, who's a sophomore at Manchester Township High School, started racing at the age of 4 and competes up and down the East Coast, amassing nearly 200 victories in her 11 seasons of racing, she said. Additionally. Boyd is a two-time Eastern Grands National Champion, winning the titles in 2014 in the Heavy Honda and Heavy 160 divisions. She also is the first female driver to win a Speed King trophy presented by Honda, according to a report in Speed Sport magazine.

Racing quarter-midgets isn't cheap. So now Boyd is seeking a little help from her neighbors and friends.

She needs your votes in the in the Search For A Champion contest sponsored by Champion Auto Parts. The contest awards financial sponsorship prizes from $500 to the grand prize of $50,000, according to the contest website.

Each contestant had to post their reasons for why they believe they should be chosen as the grand prize winner.

Boyd wrote:

"I am dedicated and passionate to the sport of Racing. I put countless hours into being the best I can be. Whether I spend those hours working on and preparing race cars that have the ability to win or just simply putting a lot of effort in on race day. So far I have proven that hard work pays off. I am a two-time Eastern Grands National Champion in the Heavy Honda and Heavy 160 divisions. I also have collected 188 A-main wins in 11 seasons in Quarter Midgets. I have also claimed many track championships and track records. Many consider me as one of the best Quarter Midget competitors on the East Coast and I am very proud to have people say that about me. I am not only a winner on the track, but I am a great competitor off the track. I not only help out those who I race against, but also the younger kids. Overall, I think I would be a great candidate to represent TeamChampion because I am a good sport, I have great finishes, and I am a hard worker. Thank you!"

Boyd also posted this video on Facebook, explaining further:

To vote for Boyd, go to the Champion Search For the Next Champion site by clicking here. You have to create an account to vote; Boyd's entry is under the "On The Track" category. Search "Madison Boyd" or click this link to access her entry directly.

Voting ends Feb. 2 and you can vote daily.

Madison Boyd photos provided by Manchester Township Education Association