If you reside in SCCA® Areas 3, 4, 9, or 11, there’s a National Board of Directors (BoD) election that affects you, with voting beginning on Oct. 15, 2026, and concluding on Nov. 16, 2026.

Per the SCCA Bylaws, members of the Board of Directors are elected to three-year terms, with Directors allowed to serve a maximum of two terms (whether concurrent or not). Director elections are then staggered to manage turnover, so this year, four of SCCA’s 13 Areas are up for election.

This year’s election process will once again include online voting via the Member Account Portal (MAP) at my.scca.com, and an email notification announcing such will be sent shortly to eligible voters. For those on a Family Membership, each family member will need to log in with their unique SCCA Member ID to cast their vote. A first-time login requires a valid email address on the member account, and family members may use the same email address. Those experiencing any difficulty should contact the Member Services Department for assistance at [email protected].

The SCCA National Office assumes members are “opted in” to electronic delivery of ballots unless they have specifically “opted out.” If their Area Director is up for election this year, those who opted out should receive physical ballots in the mail shortly so they may vote on Area Director candidates. Ballots are mailed to addresses on record with the Sports Car Club of America™. Completed ballots should NOT be returned to the SCCA office. Instead, votes will be tallied by Aprio. A postage paid return envelope is included with the mailed ballot for your convenience.

Ballots must be received at Aprio between Oct. 15 and Nov. 16 at 5 p.m. Central Time. The same deadlines apply to online voting.

Voting is only open in contested areas, so only members in Areas 3 and 4 will be able to vote online or should expect to receive a ballot if they’ve opted out of electronic delivery.

If you feel you did not receive a ballot and should have, please contact SCCA Member Services at [email protected].

SCCA Area Director Seats Up for Election

Encompasses part of the Southeast Division, including the Florida, Gulf Coast, Wiregrass, Central Florida, Red Hills, and Puerto Rico Regions.

I have thrown my hat in the ring to run for the Area 3 Director position. I appreciate being given the opportunity to introduce myself and to share some comments regarding this decision.

You may ask, why have I decided to run? In that regard, a number of folks that I respect suggested that I should consider doing this. After looking into it, I concluded that I likely was qualified for this position and could make a contribution to the Club. I would like to share with you why I think that might be.

I spent most of my first 40 years of life as a hard-core sports car racing fan; after that I spent 30 years as an active racer; then, once I retired from driving, I created a goal to spend as much of the next 20 years paying back the sport that has meant so much to me — I’m now in my ninth year serving as a Flag Marshal, and in my third and final term as a Central Florida Region District Governor. I also think that my 37-year professional career in Commercial Banking helped to prepare me for this role. Bottom line — I do believe that I am both qualified and prepared.

So, if elected, what would I hope to accomplish?

  1. First, I promise to act as a conscientious steward of the assets of the Club.
  2. I promise to represent all the Regions in Area 3 in an informed, honest, and equitable manner, and to serve as a reliable conduit of information.
  3. I intend to focus on the following strategic issues:
    1. I believe it is critical that all Board deliberations must always consider the interests of both the Club and the Regions. I pledge to always ask, and understand, how any actions being considered will impact both entities.
    2. I also believe it is important to consider the financial challenges that our Club, Regions, and members are facing, and to ensure that any costs our members and Regions are asked to bear are reasonable and appropriate.
    3. I intend to stress that Area 3 operates in an extremely competitive market environment — with other organizations constantly vying for our participants and volunteers. Clearly, to survive and thrive in this environment we need to meet these challenges. To do that we need to focus on creating a welcoming and pleasant environment, on delivering a continuum of high value products, and on providing engaging membership experiences.
    4. I do believe that one of the Club’s greatest challenges is the need to improve communications — both with members, and with the outside world.
    5. Finally, I pledge to approach everything I do in this role as a strong adherent to the SCCA’s One Team doctrine — understanding that we will all win and succeed only if we work together as One Team.

I appreciate being able to share these thoughts with you. I will value any thoughts or suggestions that you may wish to share with me.

Thank you,
Mitch Grant
Email: [email protected] 

“Generations of SCCA Experience. A Business Perspective for the Future.”

Like many members, my connection to SCCA isn’t measured in years alone. It spans generations.

For most of my life, SCCA has been more than a club. It has been a community, a family tradition, and a significant part of my personal and professional journey. Through

decades of involvement as a member, competitor, volunteer, team owner, and business operator, I have witnessed firsthand the passion that drives this organization and the people who make it successful.

Today, I own and operate one of the largest SCCA Enterprises-focused prep shops in the country. Every season, I work alongside drivers of all experience levels, support crews, Region leaders /volunteers, track operators, suppliers, and fellow competitors. These interactions provide a unique perspective on both the opportunities and challenges facing SCCA and amateur motorsports.

Running a successful business has taught me the importance of financial discipline, customer service, strategic planning, and long-term sustainability. Every decision must balance today’s needs with tomorrow’s opportunities. I believe those same principles are essential as SCCA continues to evolve in an increasingly competitive motorsport landscape.

SCCA’s future will depend on our ability to attract new participants, retain existing members, support volunteers, and deliver value across all of our programs. While road racing remains a significant part of my background, I recognize that SCCA’s strength comes from the diversity of experiences our members enjoy through Road Racing, Solo®, Time Trials, RallyCross®, RoadRally, Track Night in America®, and Race Experience. Every member and every program matters.

If elected, I will focus on 5 key priorities:

  • Ensuring responsible stewardship of the Club’s financial resources.
  • Strengthening the member experience across all programs.
  • Encouraging participation growth and member retention.
  • Supporting volunteers who remain the foundation of our organization.
  • Preserving what makes SCCA special while embracing opportunities for innovation and improvement.

I believe directors are most effective when they listen first, collaborate openly, and act in the best interests of the entire Club. The Board’s responsibility is not to represent a single program, region, or constituency. It is to provide governance, strategic guidance, and oversight while helping ensure SCCA remains strong and relevant for future generations.

My lifelong connection to SCCA, combined with decades of hands-on experience in racing and motorsports business operations, allows me to contribute a practical perspective grounded in both passion and real-world experience. I understand what members expect, what competitors need, and what it takes to build sustainable organizations that can adapt and thrive.

SCCA has provided incredible opportunities for me and my family. Serving on the Board would be an opportunity to give back to the Club that has meant so much to us, while helping ensure that future generations of enthusiasts can enjoy the same experiences and opportunities that have made SCCA such an important part of my life.

I would be honored to earn your support and your vote. Voting opens October 15th.

Thanks!

Brian Schofield
863-559-9154
[email protected]

Encompasses the Great Lakes Division and all Regions contained within it.

Brown headshot, Board of Directors Area 4

I am David Brown from Ohio Valley Region, and I’ve had the honor of serving as the Area 4 Director for this year. I am a candidate to continue in this role for the next three years, beginning October 15th through November 16th. Voting for the national Board of Director (BOD) positions is done via the my.scca.com member account portal. I’ve spent this year in learning mode, and I would like to continue in this role.

Having spent more than 30 years in the SCCA as both a racer and worker I have developed the necessary skills to adapt to an ever-changing future of the club. I’ve been a leader in my region and division for decades. I’ve taken on challenges and look forward to dealing with the future of the SCCA.

Previously I’ve had five terms as Regional Executive of the Ohio Valley Region and several terms on my regional BOD. I’m an active member of our race committee and race worker. I support all aspects of our club and all programs.

I’ve been to Solo Nationals and Divisional events from Grisson Aeroplex to Fortress Obetz for my local region as well as so many long-gone solo sites.

I have been a strong supporter of Rallycross and continue to look for ways to achieve growth not only the division, but the entire country.

I will be at Time Attack Nationals to provide whatever support I can to keep members engaged in this exiting and rapidly growing expression of speed.

I have been to many Runoffs® over the years and always appreciate the intense competition. I look forward to the return to Road Atlanta in 2027.

I am a strong voice for the SCCA and the right choice to represent you within not only the division, but also the entire club. I hope you will give me the opportunity to continue to be your Area 4 Director and would very much appreciate your vote.

My name is Rick Haynes and I am running for SCCA director in Area 4.

I have been an SCCA member since 1971, and have raced in Production, GT, and Formula classes during that time. I have won races in all of those classes.

I have been self employed since 1980 and know how to run a successful enterprise and keep a close watch on the money, the number one mission for an SCCA director.

What I see as the number one issue is the lack of transparency from the BOD about the club’s finances. The club is supported by members’ dues and is a 501(C)(4) not-for-profit corporation. As such, the club has a legal obligation to make the club’s financial records available to any member, on demand.


I think the national Office and the BOD need someone like me to demand transparency and financial accountability to the members of SCCA. The SCCA’s current disclosure policies make it impossible to get any meaningful information about the club’s finances. This will not change with the current

directors.

Financial transparency in a not for profit organization is essential. Without it, the elected leaders sometimes lose sight of the interests of the members and the club.

Typical conversations with my fellow SCCA members inevitably come back to complaints about some action of the BOD, a department of SCCA, or an SCCA official. They want to know where all the money is going. Members want to know why some decisions were made, who made them, and who benefits from them. All too often, decisions do not look to benefit road racing, , solo, or our dedicated workers.

People I talk to are tired and frustrated by what they see as a big communication and objectives gap between Topeka, the Board of Directors, and the SCCA membership.

I believe I have the skills, commitment, and experience to change the culture of the SCCA and to improve the relationship that should exist between the membership, the National Office, and the Board of Directors.

We all vote for the Board of Directors to run SCCA for us. If you are satisfied with the way the Club is being run with a lack of transparency, racing costs going up, and track time going down, vote to maintain the status quo.

But, if you want to see some real change and regain control of our club, please vote for me.

Thank you for your time considering me for the Area 4 director position. Please feel free to discuss your concerns with me as I travel to the Runoffs and to different regions in Area 4 . Together, we can continue to make SCCA a great club to be a part of, and to ensure it continues into the future.

The vote is online at the end of October.

Rick Haynes

614-231-7194

 

You may know the Loughead name from Formula Vee®. I’m Graham Loughead, and I’m asking for your vote so the next chapter is about the members, not just tradition.

I am a 26-year SCCA member running for the Board of Directors. I have raced Formula Vee in SCCA since 2018. I grew up at the track with my father, Jeff Loughead, the 2004 SCCA Runoffs National Champion in Formula Vee. I have also competed in SCCA eMotorsports and sim racing. In 2019, I founded the Formula Vee Hall of Fame, where we have inducted those who have made a lasting impact on and contributions to the Formula Vee class.

My professional background is in motorsports at Dreyer & Reinbold Racing, where the team competed in IndyCar, Nitro RX, Nitrocross, and Americas Rallycross. I handled marketing, communications, public relations, sponsorship sales, hospitality, and social media. Working closely with those series gave me a clear view of how a series and an organization actually run, and of the team and driver side at the same time. I also interned with the SCCA in media relations.

If elected, I will work to bring more transparency to the Board and foster a closer connection among the BoD, National Staff, and members. I will not stand for business as usual. Instead, I will bring fresh ideas directly from Area 4 members. I will hold monthly Zoom meetings where any member can join, ask questions directly, and hear from their Area Director about what is happening with the Board. I believe the Board could also benefit from including an active younger racer so that members and the Board alike have firsthand insight into current issues and concerns. We have many crown-jewel events like the Runoffs and Solo Nationals; however, I do see room for improvement on these events.

Should I be elected, I would be more than happy to give all Area 4 members my phone number and email so they can bring their concerns directly to me and I can make sure they are dealt with quickly and appropriately.

If you have any questions about my candidacy or where I stand on certain issues, please feel free to reach out.

Vote Graham Loughead for a stronger future for the club we all love.

Hello Fellow Area 4 Members New and Old,

I am here to express my desire to be your Area 4 Representative to the National BOD. Putting my name forward is all about my desire to help the club be more successful. And by success, I mean growth, because I believe more members and participation help not just the volunteer shortages, but also fight inflationary pressures. Without specific efforts, I fear increased competition and people’s limited time and funds will result in a lack of growth and erosion of membership and attendance in some areas.

If you are a road racer, you are likely familiar with the success of the B-Spec Class, where I led the efforts to take the class from the 26th to 4th largest class in three short years. Since that time I have served as an advisor to several other classes that have faced and continue to face similar attendance issues.  These growth strategies come from my experience as a business leader, where I substantially grew my company’s business and created world class enthusiast events at places like the New York and LA Auto Show, Pebble Beach, SEMA and more.

If you participate in any of the other SCCA disciplines, you can be comfortable that I have never been “just” a road racer. I started in autox, and have participated in the Solo Nats as recently as 2024. Even though we are elevation challenged where I live, I am also an avid hillclimber, participating in both the Empire MI and Pine Mountain KY Hillclimbs over the past few years. And while I have not done a TSD or Gimmick Road Rally in several years, it was always a favorite activity of my family. I even used to participate in Rally Cross before it had an official name.

But SCCA is about more than the participants, it is also about the volunteers.

  • My first official volunteer experience was as a Solo Event Chair.
  • In addition to the typical shagging cones, I started flagging corners and eventualy moved into T&S
  • Detroit Region Newletter Editor
  • SCCA Foundation Fundraising Manager and later serving on the Board.
  • Great Lakes Division Points Keeper (current) – one of the things I am most proud of is driving the change to award Championship Jackets to the class winners
  • On the unofficial side, I was part of the group that created the NCAC, which still runs today some 40+ years later (North Carolina Autocross Championship, a statewide points championship between SCCA and other independent auto clubs to help growth)
  • I have worked with groups like WomenOnTrack to scholarship numerous race drivers through SCCA Competition Schools for the past several years.

Because of my role in the automotive OEM and performance industry, I spend some 30 weeks/weekends a year at various events and races around the country. As some of these are run by competing sanctioning bodies, it makes me uniquely qualified to compare what we at the SCCA do well, in addition to exposing me to alternative ways to engage members and make people happy. Which circles back to my goals – if we do a better job engaging members and make volunteers and participants happier, our club will grow.

Encompasses part of the Northern Pacific Division, including San Francisco and Reno Regions.

My name is Marcy Crawford and I am running for Area 9 Director. A Lifetime member of SCCA, I’ve been a car nut and motorsports enthusiast as long as I can remember. As a young adult volunteering was an option and I jumped into it feet first. When it became possible, I went to driver school. I retired after 37 years of racing in multiple classes from showroom stock (Triumph GT6) to prototype (Amac DSR).

Throughout the years I have been involved primarily in road racing activities: driving, driver school instructing and administration, flagging and communications, timing and scoring, trophies (purchasing and distributing), sound control, tech, driver observer, car shows, pace car driver and Safety Steward. I was the Chief of Specialty in Timing and Scoring as well as Trophies and Assistant Chief Driver Observer. Currently I’m Divisional Administrator for Timing and Scoring and the Safety Steward in San Francisco Region. Additionally I’ve participated in autocross and rallies. 

In my non-racing time I am an accountant. In my various professional positions I learned the value of listening to people at all levels around me. This is why I think I can make a difference to SCCA as a whole. Our club is made up of so many people with different interests, all centered on cars. As National Directors, the goals should be to acknowledge and support events on both national and regional levels. In order for the club to maintain it’s relevancy and grow, it is important that members understand the financial position of the club. It is also important that members understand how decisions are made and carried out, which requires transparency. Major efforts should be made to cut costs, since the cost to the regions is ballooning across the country.

SCCA has been family to me for my entire adult life. I would be honored to help the club move forward.

Encompasses the Southern Pacific Division and all Regions contained within it.

Bollenbecker headshot, Board of Directors Area 11

Current Area 11 director, Peter Bollenbecker will retain his seat on the SCCA Board of Directors as the uncontested incumbent in the 2027 Board of Director Elections.

Members of the Board of Directors in the midst of their terms are:

  • Area 1 – Peter Schneider
  • Area 2 – Bob Crawford
  • Area 5 – Joseph Helser
  • Area 6 – Mark Weber
  • Area 7 – Kim Whitener
  • Area 8 – Dwight Rider
  • Area 10 – Michael Toombs
  • Area 12 – Sam Fouse
  • Area 13 – Andrew Howe
Meet the Board

If you think the Stock classes are quick, wait until the Prepared cars hit the dirt.

The 2026 SCCA® RallyCross® National Championship Presented by Bingham Equipment Company is headed to Camp Verde, AZ, Oct. 16-18, and the Prepared category brings a different kind of challenge to the Camp Verde Equestrian Center. Compared with their Stock counterparts, Prepared cars have more mods available to them, opening the door to more performance, more speed – and more chances for drivers to make errors.

Prepared is fun because it offers more potential speed over the Stock cars, but these drivers don’t have the keys to the performance kingdom that Modified drivers do. Prepared rewards drivers who know exactly where the limit is, and punishes those who go beyond.

Do you know who can walk the line and end up victorious? We don’t even want to render a guess, but we’ve got polls below where we encourage you to.

When you’re done voting, go back and vote for who you think will win the Stock classes, which we presented just yesterday.

And remember, after you submit your votes on any of these polls, scroll back up and select “See previous responses.” That’s where you can see how your picks compare with everyone else’s. Then refresh the article and vote again.

The 2026 SCCA RallyCross® National Championship Presented by Bingham Equipment Company gets underway Oct. 16, and you can follow all the action at SCCA.com, where a live timing link will be available at the top of the site throughout the weekend.

RallyCross Nats Homepage

Photo by Dante Donati