Hilary Ward, driver of the #45 dirt sportsman out of King Ferry, NY attended her first weekend at Race 101, a prestigious racing school out of Denver, NC this past weekend. Ward hopes this program will make her a more well rounded driver through lessons of technical set-up and public relations.

Race 101 focuses on working with young drivers (ages 12-28) from the US and Canada who battled through an extensive application process. The program lasts for one year, with proven teaching and coaching methods that give classroom time, hands on experience, and even track time in an asphalt late model at the legendary Hickory Motor Speedway.

“Advancing my racing career is extremely important to me. I’ve worked very hard to get to where I am and don’t plan on slowing down anytime soon. Race 101 is only going to help what is already looking to be a huge season for me” says Ward.

This season is bound to be a breakout year as Ward embarks on her second driving season in the E&V Energy Novice sportsman class at Fulton Speedway. With the experience she got in her rookie year, some newer equipment on board, and the knowledge from Race 101 teachings, she is sure to be someone to keep an eye on in 2013.

Catch up with Hilary and get all her updates at www.wardmotorsports.org or www.facebook.com/WardMotorsports