hii.My name is Danielle Caldeira. I am 16 years old, and a sophomore at Salinas High School. My hobbies include; Riding, hanging out with Friends, Bowling, Going to the gym, I am also involved with the Future Farmers of America (FFA).

The racing bug bit me the very first time I watched a race at the age of 6. My parents took my brother and I to watch a friend, and ever since then I was hooked! On the way home that day I told my dad I could beat those boys, even though I had only been riding for a couple of months. My parents took me to my first race the next weekend, I was right, I beat the boys. Since that day year after year I have continued to be a factor. I have been riding for 9 years, everyday I try to improve my racing technique. In short I will do what is needed to fulfill my dream.

"Danielle is known for her finesse, consistency and the smile on her face during the good and the bad. She just loves racing, and has won hundreds of trophies since she began racing. That same excitement is still there every weekend she goes to the races. Danielle has transcended from racing boys, to racing older men at her level and above. My daughter has been working towards her dreams from the beginning. Her timeless efforts have brought her this far, now all she needs is your support in continuing to follow her dreams."- Christine Caldeira (mother)