Jamie Astudillo

Jamie Astudillo is one of America’s most versatile female racers, having made her mark on both road racing circuits and motocross tracks—a rare feat that speaks to her raw talent and refusal to be boxed into just one discipline.

EARLY YEARS

Born on October 16, 2000, in Gilbertsville, Pennsylvania, Jamie grew up in a household where motorcycles weren’t just a hobby—they were a way of life. Her parents, who immigrated from Ecuador and Costa Rica, raised Jamie and her two older brothers with grit and determination, despite coming from countries where money was tight. The family was so committed to racing that Jamie and her brothers were homeschooled during the winter months to maximize riding and training time. While other kids were stuck in classrooms, the Astudillo siblings were on two wheels, sharpening their skills and building the foundation for what would become Jamie’s professional career.

OTHER INTERESTS

Racing isn’t the only thing on Jamie’s plate. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Sports Management from Southern New Hampshire University in April 2024, proving that she’s thinking beyond the finish line. Her education reflects a strategic approach to her future—she’s not just living for the adrenaline rush; she’s planning for a long-term career in the racing world. Jamie also works as a Junior Event Director and has developed skills in social media marketing and event planning, making her a well-rounded professional who understands the business side of motorsports. And in a delightfully unexpected twist, the song that fuels her pre-race routine? “A Million Dreams” from *The Greatest Showman*. Not your typical pump-up track, but it works for her.

EARLY SUCCESS

Jamie’s early career was a whirlwind of national championships and podium finishes at some of the most competitive amateur events in the country, including multiple trips to Loretta Lynn’s. But it was her bold leap into road racing that really turned heads. In 2018, at just 17 years old, she became the first woman to podium at a MotoAmerica championship with a third-place finish at Road Atlanta in the Junior Cup series. She was racing a KTM390 against a field of boys as part of the Quarterley Racing/On Track Development team and finished with 10 top-10 results out of 17 races that season. That podium wasn’t a fluke—it was a statement. By 2019, her steady progress caught the attention of international teams, and she was invited to race in New Zealand, expanding her racing footprint beyond the U.S.

NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS

• 2018: Became the first woman to podium at a MotoAmerica championship with a third-place finish at Road Atlanta in the Junior Cup series[1].
• 2018: Scored 10 top-10 finishes in the MotoAmerica Junior Cup series racing for Quarterley Racing/On Track Development[2].
• 2021: Competed in the FIM Women’s Motocross World Championship (WMX), finishing 17th overall[3].
• 2023: Finished 17th in the FIM Women’s Motocross World Championship (WMX) with 63 points[4].
• 2024: Won the Triple Crown Series WMX East Championship[5].
• 2024: Partnered with BluStarr.com to boost women’s motocross media coverage[6].
• 2025: Selected to represent Team USA at the FIM Oceania Women’s Motocross Cup in Australia[7].
• 2025: Signed with Dirt Bike Depot for the WMX Championship within the AMA Pro Motocross series[8].

INSPIRATIONS

No specific inspirations were documented in the available research.

REPUTATION

Jamie has built a reputation as a fierce, adaptable racer who refuses to let physicality dictate her career path. When the door to traditional motocross opportunities seemed to narrow due to the physical demands of the sport, she pivoted to road racing—and excelled. Her ability to compete at a high level across multiple disciplines has made her one of the most respected female racers in the U.S. She’s not just fast; she’s smart, strategic, and deeply invested in the growth of women’s motorsports. Her partnership with BluStarr.com to increase media coverage for women’s motocross and her role as Junior Event Director show that she’s thinking bigger than her own career—she’s working to uplift the entire sport. Jamie is known for being vocal about the need for better support from OEMs, more fan engagement, and creating sustainable pathways for women in racing.

FUTURE GOALS/PLANS

For 2025 and beyond, Jamie is focused on competing in the Women’s Motocross Championship, which has rejoined the AMA Pro Motocross Championship circuit for a six-round series. She’s racing with Dirt Bike Depot and continuing her push to elevate women’s motocross on the national stage. Her selection to Team USA for the 2025 FIM Oceania Women’s Motocross Cup underscores her standing as one of the top female motocross racers in the country. Jamie has made it clear that she doesn’t plan to leave the racing world behind when she stops competing full-time—her degree in Sports Management and her work as an event director position her to remain a key figure in motorsports for years to come. As she put it, “We all have one goal right now and it’s to uplift women’s motocross.”

REFERENCES

MotoAmerica Superbike Race Two Results From Road Atlanta
MotoAmerica: Quarterley Racing/On Track Development’s Jamie Astudillo
Out of the Blue | Jamie Astudillo | Presented by Schrader’s
WMX 2023 Championship Standings
Astudillo Selected For 2025 FIM Oceania Women’s Motocross Cup
BluStarr.com Partners with WMX Pro Rider Jamie Astudillo
AMA Announces U.S. Team For 2025 FIM Oceania Women’s Motocross Cup
Jamie Astudillo on Dirt Bike Depot WMX Deal
The Unexpected Song That Fuels Motorcycle Racer Jamie Astudillo
Race Like a Girl
Jamie Astudillo – Junior Event Director
We All Have One Goal Right Now and It’s to Uplift Women’s Motocross