Biography
Born in 2003, the young 18 year old phenom has become a menace on the track. However, before we get to that part, we have to know the backstory! Jacob was born in Maybee, Michigan and began watching NASCAR as early as 4 years old. Racing, however, has always been a side hobby for Jacob. He always prioritizes school first and is a great baseball player. Jacob played 7 seasons of competitive, yearround travel baseball and played tournaments in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, West Virginia, Deleware, and South Carolina!
I have always enjoyed playing baseball. There were some growing pains in moving up to higher competition but it was a great experience and I would do it all over again in a heartbeat.
- Jacob Smith
Once his days on the diamond began to go away, this led for more time with his passion for racing!
I have always had a love for racing. There is just something about putting your foot all the way to the floor on the racetrack. The methodical march to the front of the field is something on the track that is unparalleled anywhere else in the world
- Jacob Smith
There was a problem though, as Smith never really raced in an organized race. the only true racing he was able to do was getting in a go kart at local fun centers.
Hey Now! Are you trying to make me look bad?? I'm supposed to be the professional here!!
- Jacob Smith
ANYWAYS... As Smith was unable to find any real racing opportunities, he turned to racing video games. Not just your typical Mario Kart, but NASCAR Heat or The Crew. The type of games where they were as real as games come! In addition, he also hosted a short lived podcast, The Full Throttle Podcast. (Yes, This is actually him).
So what is next for Jacob? Only time will tell! In the mean time, click here to see his aspirations for his racing career!