In my sophomore year of high school, I fell in love. The day consisted of cheering fans, screeching tires, burning rubber, and fast cars. I felt an unimaginable joy being immersed in the thrill of a NASCAR race. On this perfect Sunday afternoon, I realized that this sport was going to be a part of me for the rest of my life.

This collection of photographs showcases a part of me that not everyone knows much about.