There are a lot of different levels in the world of car racing, and Wilbraham & Monson Academy's Dan Wesson '18 is on the cusp of going to the next level.
After placing second in a season-long series at a local track, along with competing in one of the biggest races in the region, Dan traveled to North Carolina to showcase what he can do in a full-fender car.
"I tested very well and I think that can open some doors," said Dan, who drove, specifically, a super light model in North Carolina. "I think I can make a career out of this, if the stars and moon align. It's a long shot but it's possible. If I get an opportunity to come my way, eventually I could make my way up to NASCAR."
Dan enjoyed another strong year at Stafford Motor Speedway, placing second in the SK Light Division, which is an open age group. In his 18 races, he finished in the top 10 14 times, including two checkered flag performances.
"We had a hard time getting around some people," Dan explained. "We got two wins, which is all right. We had our ups and downs but I was happy with my finish. We missed the championship by two positions, which is nothing."
Dan then competed at Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park in the track's world series, which served as an open championship. Dan took seventh in the final after crashing when another car hit him on the last lap of the qualifying heat, where he was running third.
Nationally, Dan ranked #13 in the 14-17 age group of the University of Northern Ohio Points Series, which tabulates various races from throughout the country.