Sophie McKee

Sophia McKee is an American rally co-driver competing in the American Rally Association (ARA), where she’s built a reputation as a steady, strategic voice navigating some of the country’s most demanding stages alongside driver Madelyn Tabor.

EARLY YEARS

Details about Sophie’s early life, birthdate, and family background remain largely private. What is known is her connection to the Pacific Northwest region, an area steeped in rally culture and home to some of America’s most legendary stages. How she made the leap from rally fan to rally competitor isn’t documented in the public record, but her trajectory suggests someone who understood the sport from the inside and wanted in.

OTHER INTERESTS

Information about McKee’s interests outside of rallying has not been made public. She keeps her focus squarely on the pace notes and the stages ahead.

EARLY SUCCESS

McKee began her co-driving career partnered with Madelyn Tabor when Tabor first entered rallying[1]. The pairing proved to be a natural fit. Their early campaigns included running a Subaru Impreza RS in the ARA’s NA4WD class, where they developed the communication and trust that would become the foundation of their partnership[2]. The two worked their way through the ranks, learning the intricacies of stage rallying on everything from snow and ice to high-speed gravel.

The duo’s debut in the Element RallySport Ford Fiesta Rally3 at the Tour de Forest marked a significant step up in their competitive trajectory[3]. Moving from a Subaru to a purpose-built Rally3 machine meant faster speeds, tighter margins, and higher stakes—but McKee adapted quickly.

NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS

• 2024: Completed class podium in Rally3 at multiple ARA National Championship events with Madelyn Tabor[4].
• 2024: Secured third place in the L4WD class at a rally featuring an all-female podium—Aoife Raftery and Hannah McKillop took first, with McKee and Tabor rounding out the historic result[5].
• 2024: Competed in the Lake Superior Performance Rally (LSPR), aiming for second place in the combined LN4 points championship[6].
• 2025: Named NA4Cup Co-Driver champion in the ARA[7].
• 2025: Proudly displayed DirtFish Women in Motorsport stickers on the Rally3 Fiesta throughout the season[8].

INSPIRATIONS

McKee has not publicly discussed specific inspirations or mentors, though her partnership with Tabor suggests a shared commitment to advancing women in motorsport. The decision to carry Women in Motorsport branding and compete in a sport still dominated by men speaks to a quiet but deliberate advocacy.

REPUTATION

Within the ARA paddock, McKee is known for being calm, precise, and unfazed by pressure. Co-driving demands split-second accuracy, unshakable focus, and the ability to keep a driver fast but safe—and she’s proven she can do all three. Her consistency has earned respect from competitors and fans alike, and her partnership with Tabor is considered one of the strongest in the series. She’s not loud, but she’s effective—and in rally, that’s what counts.

FUTURE GOALS/PLANS

As of 2025, McKee continues to compete alongside Tabor in the American Rally Association National Championship. The pair are expected to campaign their Ford Fiesta Rally3 throughout the season, with eyes on podium finishes and championship contention[9]. With the foundation they’ve built and the pace they’ve shown, the next chapter looks promising.

REFERENCES

[1] The Best Way to Overcome a Bad Experience is to Try It Again
[2] Introducing the FIA World Rally Championship’s Female Driver Development Finalists
[3] Ferrari-Powered Subaru Wins Tour de Forest and Miller Claims West Championship
[4] Martell Grabs First ARA National Win as Raftery Stars
[5] Martell Takes First National Victory as Pastrana & Cyr Clinch Titles and Women Dominate L4WD Podium
[6] 73-Car Field Packs ARA Season Finale: Lake Superior Performance Rally
[7] American Rally Association 2025 Homepage
[8] American Talent Tabor Makes Full-Time Rally3 Switch
[9] 2025 ARA National Championship Starts with Sno*Drift Rally