Kayla Mozeris

Kayla Mozeris is a trailblazing NHRA drag racer who has made history as the first woman to win a Competition Eliminator title at the prestigious U.S. Nationals, adding to her impressive collection of victories across multiple racing categories.

EARLY YEARS

Born into a racing family, Kayla began her journey at just 11 years old in Junior Dragster competitions, where she developed fundamental skills like staging, cutting good lights, and dialing in racecars. Her father Joe Mozeris, an accomplished racer himself, served as her primary mentor, instilling in her a strong work ethic and a “can-do” attitude that would define her career. Working alongside her father on his small block Mopar-powered Competition Eliminator Dragster, she gained invaluable hands-on experience that laid the foundation for her future success.

EARLY SUCCESS

At just 21 years old, Kayla captured her first NHRA National Event victory in Stock Eliminator at the 2013 SummitRacing.com Nationals in Las Vegas. This breakthrough win signaled the arrival of a rising star in the sport and marked the beginning of her ascent through the NHRA Sportsman ranks. Soon after, she transitioned to Super Stock competition, campaigning a 1993 Dodge Daytona with remarkable success, further cementing her reputation as a versatile and formidable competitor across multiple racing categories.

NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS

• 2013: Won first NHRA National Event in Stock Eliminator at the SummitRacing.com Nationals in Las Vegas at age 21[1].
• 2021: Made history with her father Joe Mozeris by becoming the second father-daughter duo to win together at an NHRA national event, claiming the Super Stock title at the Dodge//SRT NHRA Mile-High Nationals in Denver[4][5].
• 2023: Secured her first final round, runner-up finish, and victory in Comp Eliminator at a Division 4 double-header event in Tulsa, Oklahoma, entering the Top Ten in the Rooftec Division 4 Competition Eliminator Bonus Fund[2].
• 2024: Became the first woman to win a Comp Eliminator title at the Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals, driving Clint Neff’s Ford-powered K/AA Bantam for her third career national event title in a third different class[1][2].

REPUTATION

In the competitive world of NHRA drag racing, Kayla has established herself as a versatile talent capable of excelling across multiple categories. Her historic achievement as the first woman to win in Competition Eliminator at the U.S. Nationals has cemented her status as a groundbreaking competitor who continues the legacy of pioneering female racers like Shirley Shahan and Judy Lilly. Known for her ability to perform under pressure, she has demonstrated exceptional skill and adaptability throughout her career. Peers and fans alike respect her dedication to continuous improvement and her humble acknowledgment of her team’s contributions to her success, particularly her partnership with car owner Clint Neff.

FUTURE GOALS/PLANS

Looking ahead, Kayla plans to continue competing in the NHRA ranks with a focus on both Competition Eliminator and Super Stock classes. Her experience across multiple categories has built a strong foundation for future success as she aims to become a consistent championship contender. While no specific new partnerships have been announced, she will likely continue her successful collaboration with Neff & Mozeris Racing as she pursues additional national event victories and potentially NHRA championship titles.

References:

Super Stock Siren
Cali Neff Collects Big Payday at RoofTec Comp Clash at Toyota U.S. Nationals
Kayla Mozeris Makes History at Toyota U.S. Nationals
Sports Report: Ultimate Father-Daughter Weekend
Mozeris Family Doubles Up at the Mile-High Nationals

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