SHIRLEY MULDOWNEY Headlines Vermont’s First Motorsports Hall of Fame Class

December 12, 2025

• Burlington native SHIRLEY MULDOWNEY was among nine motorsports legends honored in Vermont’s brand new Hall of Fame inaugural class, recognized for breaking barriers as the first woman licensed to compete in National Hot Rod Association races. The ceremony at Vermont SportsCar in Milton celebrated over a century of Green Mountain State motorsports history.
• Hall of Fame president Justin St. Louis spent 25 years dreaming of this moment, finally creating the organization to preserve Vermont’s racing legacy before these pioneers are lost to time. The diverse inaugural class spans multiple disciplines from drag racing to tractor pulling, acknowledging that Vermont motorsports extends far beyond traditional stock car racing.
• The ceremony location near former Catamount Stadium carried special significance, honoring the late Ken Squier among the inductees while highlighting how Vermont has consistently produced motorsports innovators. St. Louis plans annual induction ceremonies while working toward a permanent museum to showcase these stories and achievements for future generations.

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