I'm Jarrod Klay
Racing has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember, thanks to my Mom, who passionately sponsored a sprint car throughout my childhood. Sitting in the stands at Limaland at the age of 15, I had an epiphany—I would be old enough to race the following summer. I turned to my Mom that day and declared that I would be racing the next year. That winter, we found a stock car, marking the beginning of a lifelong journey in the racing world. Since that pivotal moment, my love for racing has only grown. Every race, every lap, fuels my passion and commitment to the sport. With your support, I can continue to pursue this dream at a competitive level, striving to leave a lasting mark on the racing community and inspire future generations of racers. Together, we can keep the spirit of racing alive and thriving!
The Story
In 2013, we celebrated a major milestone by purchasing our first car. 2013 marks the year the 17J was born. In 2014 I was honored to be named the Limaland Rookie of Year for the Stock Car division. I received the NASCAR Youth Achievement Award in both 2014 and 2015, marking significant moments in my racing career.
2013 - 2015
#17J
First Car
At the end of 2015, our racing journey ended with us flipping our first car, which ultimately led to a total loss. However, we didn't let that setback hold us back; we built a new car for the 2016 season, which brought significant improvements to our team, including our first heat race wins and a dash for cash victory. After a tough 2017, where we faced engine troubles and financial constraints, sold the car and took a brief hiatus. In 2019, we bought our first modified and enjoyed two exciting seasons before returning to stock cars in 2021. By the end of 2022, we surrendered our racing to God, and on July 29th, 2022, we celebrated our first feature!
2016 - 2022
New Cars &
A New Direction
I decided that I wanted Jarrod Klay Racing to be more than just winning trophies. Jesus has made all the difference to me, so I want to give everything—including my car—to Him. Since 2022, we dedicated ourselves to sharing the gospel, distributing over 20,000 gospel tracts. In 2023 we celebrated four feature wins, all by God's grace. Our commitment to ministry remains strong as we transitioned into 2024, having purchased a top-quality modified and continuing to race with our Lightning Chassis. Join us as we strive to make a positive impact in the community with our passion for racing! We are diligently working with Lightning Chassis to build a 2025 PHX Modified and we are very excited for things to come!
2023 - Today
JKR becomes
Ministry-Centered