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Hoosier Racing Tire Reveals Hoosier Heroes Class of 2025

Hoosier Racing Tire has revealed its 2025 Hoosier Heroes honorees, a program developed in 2022 to annually recognize racers from across the world of motorsports.

The 2025 Hoosier Heroes:

  • Tyler Allen: NE-EDT Pro Series/ATV TT
  • Kelly Anderson: Super Street
  • Emerson Axsom: Sprint Cars
  • Emma Britt: INEX Legends
  • Derek Fletcher: NASA/TT2
  • Kylie Glick: CARS Tour West/Pro Late Model
  • Willie Mullins: ARCA Racing Series
  • Felicia Smith: 8.5 Index, 9.0 Index, Heavyweight, Daily Driver, True Street, 1/4, 1/8 and No Prep Drag Racing
  • Kennedy Swan: Wissota Modified
  • Lizzy Vogel: NASCAR Youth Series
  • Kenny Wallace: NASCAR/Dirt Modified
  • Sebastian Wheldon: USF Juniors

Fans submitted nominations for the awards, resulting in a field of 400 entries. Hoosier narrowed the field to 25 finalists. Winners were selected by a fan, media and industry vote with more than 13,000 votes cast, Hoosier Racing Tire said.

While honoring active racers, Hoosier also recognizes a Hoosier Hero Legend in addition to the annual 12-member class. Awarded annually in conjunction with the Hero program, the Legend honors a member of the racing community who has left an incredible mark in motorsports.

Scott Bloomquist, who passed away earlier this year, was selected as the 2025 Hoosier Hero Legend. Bloomquist’s impact on the sport was undeniable. He inspired countless racers with his innovative spirit and commitment to pushing the boundaries of performance. Scott’s daughter, Ariel Bloomquist, was on hand to accept the award on behalf of her father.

For more information, visit hoosiertire.com.

This story was originally published on December 14, 2024. Drag Illustrated

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