Team Profile

Dad (Tim Barndt) - Who would have ever thought that when he got me into racing 1/4 midgets at the age of 5, that I would be where I am now. He is my biggest supporter, crew chief, technical support, mental support, and best friend. If it wasn't for my dad helping me become the person and racer that I am today, I would not have been able to accomplish what I have. I'm lucky to have him for a dad.

Mom (Michelle Barndt) - My mom is always there for me. I could count on one hand, how many races she missed. She always takes care of keeping us well fed. She can't control her nerves at the race track! She always paces back and forth or has her head in her lap. She is the best mom anybody could have.

Pap (Howdy Barndt) - He was always around in the early years of 1/4 Midget Racing, after many years of being a fan.The traveling began for Mini Cups and then Late Models, so Pap would only get the details of the race by us telling him. He decided to start traveling with us in 2009 and soon became a track and shop hand.But when the feature starts he is in the stands with my mom as one of my biggest fans. We are so glad that he is with us as much as he can be.......It is good to have him be a part of such an important part of my life.


Eric Smith - He is my sister's fiancee, but soon became a track hand when they started dating. He had never been exposed to racing until he met our family and now is like one of us. He has broad shoulders and can take the heat that sometimes arises in the pits. He is always there to lend a hand. Lends a hand at the shop and track and we are happy to call him family! We appreciate all the time he devotes to the team.

Tiffany Barndt - She is my sister, she raced for 7 years so she knows allot about racing and whenever she can be there, she is one of my biggest supporters and helpers. She isn't afraid to get her hands dirty if she needs to.

Dennis Koehler - Always there to lend a hand at the shop if we need something fabricated.

Gary Wisniewski - We are grateful to have him as part of the team. He helps share the driving to and from the track. He is also a great help at the shop and the track. And as the team photographer, he is rarely seen in a shot. He also serves as a referee for the occasional owner/driver (father/son) altercations. We could not perform at top speed with out him.