Heart of Texas Speedway

Jacob Gilliam

#14

Jacob Gilliam drives the #14 Mini Sprint Class car.  His home track is Heart 'O Texas but he can also be found racing at Cowtown Speedway, Thunderbird Speedway, Texas Motorplex, Texas Thunder Speedway and 281 Speedway.  He lives in Temple, TX.

Team members helping Jacob are:  Mom, Dad, little brother Lee, Uncle Grady.  Mike and Julie Gilliam are the car owners.

Jacob started racing in 2003 in the Jr Beginner Go Karts Class at J&S Raceway for the fun of it.  His first win was that same year.  Career highlights include Brazos Mini Sprint Restrictor Champion in '08.

The thrill of racing for Jacob is the speed.  His most exciting racing moment was his first win.  He's most proud of his Championship. 

Jacob's racing hero is Jason Johnson.

Of racing, Jacob says, "The rush is unbelievable.  Just treat people the way you want to be treated!".

His favorite racing website is www.microoutlaws.com