Overview
Growing from crew member to crew chief.
I joined Honors College Racing Crew during my freshman year and was selected for the Race Day Team for Kart #17. In my sophomore year, I was chosen to lead Kart #17 as crew chief, a position I continue to hold. I lead shop hours and teach new members the hands-on and communication skills required to contribute on race day. Through a multi-stage interview process, the other crew chief and I select members for our Race Day Teams. Beyond race-day responsibilities, I help manage the spotting subteam and support executive-board work including purchasing, event planning, and club communication.
The challenge
Race readiness depends on the whole team.
Preparing a kart for competition requires more than mechanical work. The crew must diagnose problems quickly, communicate clearly with the driver, coordinate responsibilities under time pressure, and develop newer members into dependable Race Day Team contributors—all while supporting a growing 30-member club.
Responsibilities
Preparation, communication, and team development.
Prepare
Lead shop hours, organize the crew, and guide hands-on inspection and preparation of Kart #17 before practice and competition.
Diagnose & communicate
Coordinate the team during testing and race events, translate driver feedback into actionable checks, and work through mechanical issues under time pressure.
Develop the team
Teach new members, help conduct the multi-stage Race Day Team selection process, and support club operations through spotting, purchasing, planning, and event communication.
Leadership approach
Build the kart. Build the team.
I combine structured shop hours with hands-on instruction, clear team roles, and direct communication between the driver and crew. The Race Day Team works collaboratively to inspect, prepare, diagnose, and adjust Kart #17, while interviews and practical training help identify and develop members who are ready for race-day responsibility.
Scope