Melissa Johnson

#02J

Melissa Johnson drives the #02J IMCA Modified Class car.  She lives in Alleman, IA.  Her home track is Boone Speedway but she can also be found racing at Iowa State Fairgrounds and Southern Iowa Speedway.

She started racing in 1999 in the Hobby Stock Class at Algora, IA. because it was a hobby that she and her husband could enjoy together.  Her first win was in 2002 in the Hobby Class at Boone Speedway.  Career highlights include:  2002 Polester IMCA Super Nationals in Hobby Stocks.  She was the first woman, in the 20 year track history to start on the Pole for any class. 

The thrill of racing for Melissa is the competition and the need for speed!  Her most exciting racing moment was her first Feature win.  She's most proud of the things her husband and she can accomplish together. 

Dale Earnhardt is Melissa's racing hero.

Of racing, Melissa says, "You have to race one time to even experience the thrill!".