Resilient Racers – Austin Hatcher Motorsports Charity

Abby C.

#57 - Winward Racing

Abby was diagnosed with B-cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) with CNS involvement in August 2022 at just 2 years old. In an instant, our lives changed from worrying about typical toddler milestones to navigating chemotherapy, countless hospital stays, procedures, and long days at the oncology clinic. Through it all, Abby has amazed us with her resilience. She has faced every challenge with a smile that somehow shines even on the hardest days. We have learned to celebrate every victory, whether it is a good lab report, a treatment milestone, or simply watching her laugh, play, and be a little girl. Cancer has forever changed our family’s perspective. It has taught us to slow down, cherish the ordinary moments, and find joy even in the middle of uncertainty. We are newly joining the Austin Hatcher Foundation and are so thankful for the opportunity to connect with other families who truly understand this journey. Having Abby’s name represented in this special way is incredibly meaningful to us. It is a reminder that she is not defined by cancer, but by her courage, kindness, joyful spirit, and the hope she continues to inspire in everyone she meets.

Abby Y.

#10 - Cadillac Wayne Taylor Racing

Ariana F.

#40 - Cadillac Wayne Taylor Racing

Brayden R.

#93 - Acura Myer Shank

Caelan A.

#8 - Tower Motorsports

Cam M.

#12 - Vasser Sullivan Racing

Chanel M.

#1 - Paul Miller Racing

My daughter's childhood cancer journey began on December 1, 2024, when she was diagnosed with B-cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. In an instant, life as we knew it changed. One day I was raising a happy, energetic little girl, and the next I was learning about chemotherapy, hospital admissions, spinal taps, and a treatment plan that would span years. Today, I am incredibly grateful to share that she is in remission and is currently in the maintenance phase of her treatment. While we still have a road ahead of us, reaching this milestone has given us hope and allowed her to return to many of the things she loves while continuing her fight with remarkable courage. Through every phase of treatment, my daughter has amazed me with her strength. She has endured chemotherapy, countless clinic visits, procedures, and days when she simply didn't feel like herself, yet she continues to smile, laugh, and find joy in being a kid. Some of my most cherished moments have been celebrating each milestone along the way, hearing the word "remission," watching her regain her energy, seeing her return to school, and witnessing the resilience she shows every single day. This experience has changed both of us in ways I never could have imagined. It has taught me to appreciate the little moments, celebrate every victory, and find hope even on the hardest days. My daughter has shown me what true courage looks like. She has faced challenges that most adults would struggle to endure, yet she continues to inspire everyone around her with her strength, resilience, and joyful spirit. The Austin Hatcher Foundation has been an incredible source of support for me. The counseling services gave me a safe place to process the fear, grief, and uncertainty that come with having a child diagnosed with cancer. Having that support reminded me that caring for myself emotionally was also an important part of caring for my daughter and being the mother she needed throughout this journey. Having my daughter's name represented on this race car is an honor that represents her courage, resilience, and everything she has overcome. It is a celebration of how far she has come and a reminder that she is so much more than her diagnosis. Seeing her name displayed in this way fills me with immense pride and gratitude. I hope it also brings awareness to childhood cancer and honors every child and family walking this difficult path. We are deeply thankful for everyone who has supported us and for this meaningful tribute to my incredible little girl.