Michael Weinert - Brief Biography (written by Liz Domday)

At the age of five, Michael Weinert started quarter midget racing at Pocono Raceway in Long Pond, PA. Racing on both dirt and asphalt tracks, he ended his quarter midget career in 2007 with more than 140 wins.  In March 2008 he had his first race in the micro-sprints rookie class at Greenwood Valley Action Track in Orangeville, PA, finishing 10th in the feature. By May 1st, he was winning almost every race, moving up to regulars in mid-season. 

Although he did not win a race during the 2009 season, Michael continued to show his desire to be the best, finishing in the top 10 for 90% of the races, making the top 5 for more than 50%. One of the youngest racers in the class, he finished in the top 10 in points at Greenwood Valley Action Track in both 600cc and 270cc micro-sprint, and finished 17th in points at Linda’s Speedway in Jonestown, PA, where he was named Rookie of the Year despite running a limited schedule.

He may be a young driver, but Michael has nearly ten years experience with many lessons learned along the way. He has motor oil running through his veins, and if he could race seven days a week, he would. His own biggest critic, after each race he reviews in his mind every move he made or didn’t make when he was on the track. He also loves to watch other drivers’ races so he can learn from them.

An eighth-grade honor-roll student in the Tamaqua (PA) Area School District, he enjoys playing basketball, baseball and golf. He is very competitive and enjoys winning whether at the track or as a part of a team, demonstrating great sportsmanship and skill in whatever sport he pursues.

Outgoing, energetic, and goal-oriented, Michael’s number one ambition is to be a successful race car driver.