In this guest episode of Get on Track, host Jim Adams sits down with rising racing talent Sally Mott for an inside look at the grit, growth, and game-time decisions that define life behind the wheel in the Mazda MX-5 Cup Series. Fresh off a race weekend at Barber Motorsports Park, Sally reflects on the highs, lows, and learning moments that come with competing at the professional level.

Whether you're a motorsports enthusiast, an aspiring racer, or someone who appreciates stories of persistence and performance under pressure, this episode offers a powerful blend of personal experience, racing insight, and lessons in mindset. From racing in the rain to recovering from setbacks, Sally opens up about what it really takes to compete — and thrive — in one of the most demanding forms of racing today.

In this episode, we’ll explore:

● The truth about rain racing – Sally breaks down her mindset and strategy during wet track conditions and how karting experience gave her an edge.
● What happens when the setup is wrong – A candid look at missed setups, qualifying frustrations, and how drivers adapt mid-weekend.
● Driving through doubt – Hear how Sally stayed focused after qualifying 28th and turned it into a weekend of redemption.
● From pressure to performance – How Sally handled the mental game of racing when all eyes were on the weather, her team, and her response.
● Winning the inner race – Why Sally doesn’t race to be the “top female driver” and what truly motivates her to compete.
● The role of team debriefs and quick decisions – Inside the strategy shifts that helped turn a struggling setup into a competitive car.
● Moments that matter – The turn 5 incident, the feeling of overtaking in slick conditions, and what it means to “drive the crap out of it.”
● What’s next for Sally – A preview of her preparations for Mid-Ohio and how she’s evolving race to race.

Resources from this episode:

Jim Adams Website: jimadams.com

Sally Mott Instagram: @sallymottracing
Sally Mott Facebook: Sally Mott

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