DDR Motorsports, hailing from Bellingham, Massachusetts, a picturesque suburb near the heart of Boston, is more than just a racing team; it’s a family’s journey through the world of motorsports. Established in 2004, this venture began when a father, Doug, and his children, Derek and Danielle, decided to trade the familiar for the thrilling unknown, shifting from Doug’s career in Tour-type modified racing to a new endeavor.

Their starting point was at Little T Speedway, located off the third and fourth turns of the famed Thompson Speedway in Thompson, CT, where the youngsters took their first laps in Quartermidget racing. However, the true ambition went beyond trophies and accolades; it was about crafting a solid foundation of racing expertise and honing mechanical skills for the next generation.

The journey was powered by early success, especially for Derek, who discovered an unwavering passion for the sport. This fiery determination carried him through the years, and today, he commands the wheel of the team’s high-horsepower tour-type modified race car and NEMA midget. 

The team will again campaign the family-owned number 27 Tour-type modified race car in the Milton Cat Modified Racing Series and other open competition shows for 2025. The team’s reach is extended to multiple audiences at the many race tracks in New England by running multiple racing series.