Russell, who races a 2022 Mike Bos dragster, calls his brother Carson his racing hero. His favorite parts of racing are hanging out with friends and the competition. He wants to drive a Chevy Luv truck like his brother after graduating from Juniors. He’d also to become an announcer at the bracket races.

Drag racing isn’t the only sport where the home-schooled Russell excels. He shoots NASP archery and has qualified for the nationals. He races slot cars during the offseason for the drag cars. Also showing musical talent, Russell plays bass guitar in his church’s youth praise band. 

There are more talented IHRA Junior Dragster racers throughout North America. Keep up with our website and social media pages as we continue to highlight these great youngsters.