Fans can help Miller race in Firestone Freedom 100

Finding sponsorship to compete in the top echelon of open-wheel racing has always been a barrier for talented race drivers. Joel Miller is one such driver.

Joel Miller in Long Beach Credit: Ron McQueeny/Indy Lights

After enjoying success in all the lower formula, Miller spent most of the off season pounding the pavement of the road to Indy to secure a ride in the Firestone Indy Lights race at the Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach. Now, Miller is taking his case to the fans.

Miller has launched the website www.jMillerIndy.com in hopes of raising enough funds to compete in the Firestone Freedom 100 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on May 28, 2010.

"Long Beach was a one-off effort, but I hope to turn it into more," said Miller, who finished 11th in his debut race in Firestone Indy Lights. "I'm hoping that the awesome open wheel fans in this country will visit jMillerIndy.com to find out more about me and how they can be a part of the American motorsports dream."

With a $10 donation, fans will receive a Joel Miller wristband, a weekly behind the scenes e-mail update from Miller and a chance to sign the car that will run at the Firestone Freedom 100. There will also be opportunities to meet Miller.

"Joel Miller is one of the hardest working drivers I've seen trying to raise funding for his dream," said Andersen Racing co-owner John Andersen, who has fielded cars for Miller in both Star Mazda and Firestone Indy Lights. "I think getting the word out about jMillerIndy.com can help him connect with a larger audience. Once you know his story, what's not to like about him?"

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