Got a picture in your mind of a driver who’ll wring every last bit of speed out of his car, no matter what? Someone gritty, determined, and always battling for position? This is the kind of racer who embodies the underdog spirit of NASCAR. Fans respect him because he’s real and relatable, bringing that old-school intensity to every race. And here’s the kicker: he’s headed for a Wall of Fame… but not the one you’d expect. That driver? Of course, it has to be Landon Cassill.

Yes, it’s true, Landon Cassill is being inducted into a Wall of Fame this year, but if you’re picturing him in that prestigious NASCAR blazer, you’d be mistaken. This recognition stems from his outstanding racing performance at a young age. Amidst being incredibly grateful for being bestowed with this honor, Casill let slip a moment of rage. 

Landon Cassill’s surprising reaction to his Wall of Fame induction

Landon Cassill’s racing journey is deeply tied to Hawkeye Downs Speedway, where he raced throughout high school. Competing in the ASA Late Model Series (ASALMS), he considers the track his home, and it was at HDS that he first raced a modified car. It’s clear the speedway significantly shaped his career. Recently, Jeremiah Davis, an employee of Cassill Motors, congratulated him on X. In response to this, Cassill wrote a heartfelt message and also gave the fans a sneak peek into the time he got into a scuffle with Jim Williams.

Cassill wrote on X, “Thank you for the mention, Jeremiah. This is a real honor for me. I’m looking forward to July 25th, and am humbled to be in such great company. Most you may already know Schrader, but several of the other men in this class have each played a unique role in shaping my career as well. I can’t wait to share those stories with everyone as we get closer to the event, including the time I threw a track bar mount at Jim Williams after he wrecked me (I was 14).”

Hawkeye Downs Speedway is celebrating its 100th Wall of Fame, recognizing those who have significantly contributed to the speedway’s history in their racing community/ The list includes other names in the world of motorsports like NASCAR star Ken Schrader, Jim Williams, Max Rogers, and Bom Ballard, who will be getting inducted alongside Landon Cassill on Friday night, July 25th. After Cassill’s brutally honest and hilarious childhood admission, we are certainly looking forward to hearing his story about Jim Williams. However, those who know Cassill’s career know that he has been involved in altercations before. 

In 2008, while driving the No.5 National Guard Chevrolet for JR Motorsports, Cassill lost his temper. It started at a race in Loudon, New Hampshire Motor Speedway for the NASCAR Nationwide Series. Cassill earned his first pole position but had to start from the back of the grid due to an engine change. He drove his way up the field but was wrecked by Bobby Hamilton Jr. Not too long after, he was wrecked once again by Hamilton Jr. at Memphis and this time, it led to an altercation after the race.

So it is established that Cassill certainly has a furious side to him, like any driver. However, his story of throwing a track mount bar is something we are eagerly awaiting. Until Cassill spills that story, let’s go over his journey to the Wall of Fame.

It was in 2017 when he made a comeback to the racetrack after eight years and said, “I think I’m more excited just to see people than I am race with them…I think I’m just happy to get back and be around folks who helped me shape my racing career.’ He further said, “I’d really just like to make it back to Hawkeye Downs more than just once a year or obviously I haven’t been back once a year in a while…I’d love to make three or four races a year, so I probably need to build a Big 8 car.

Landon Cassill’s commitment extends beyond his career with Cassill Motors sponsoring upcoming drivers, at the same arena where once Landon started. The fun fact revolves around Cassill’s father, Roger, who once owned the speedway, though it was leased to Sunline Inc. and then they acquired the property in 2022. Which is now undergoing a massive $33.8 million redevelopment, that is estimated to be completed by the end of 2027.

Indeed, the Cassill family has a deep-rooted passion for racing, and while Landon Cassill may have stepped away from full-time competition in NASCAR, there is more ongoing in his interesting journey. 

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Over the times in Landon Cassill’s life

After years of chasing checkered flags, Landon Cassill’s driving for Kaulig Racing came to an end when he had to step down from his NASCAR career. Due to the loss of his primary sponsor, Voyager Digital, following their bankruptcy. But, he never gave up easily, when one door closed, he shifted his passion to another endeavor.

Going ahead, he entered the world of podcasting with “The Money Lap,” but it’s nothing compared to his passion for NASCAR. It is clear as he stated earlier upon joining JD Motorsports in 2021, “I’ve always wanted to be a Cup Series champion and a race winner, I definitely want to chase that and continue to chase that.” He further added, “I love NASCAR. I love the sport, It has provided a great living for me and my family. I’m really proud of what I’ve done in this sport.”

The Iowa native quickly made a name for himself in NASCAR. At just 19, he snagged the NASCAR Nationwide Series Rookie of the Year title, showcasing his talent at an early stage. That same year, he proved his speed by earning his first pole position in the Nationwide Series at Loudon. As he progressed as a driver, Cassill demonstrated his skill on the big stage.

Notching a career-best fourth-place finish in the NASCAR Cup Series at the challenging Talladega Superspeedway. Throughout his career, he competed in 343 NASCAR Cup Series races, gaining valuable experience and admiration from fans. At 33, in what proved to be one of his best seasons, he demonstrated his consistency in the Xfinity Series, securing four top-five and 11 top-10 finishes. 

Although he is away from the NASCAR series as of now, it would be exciting to see if the 35-year-old Landon Cassill could also make his way back to the Cup Series or Xfinity, backed by a prominent primary sponsor. But it’s great to see he made his way to the Wall of Fame title, so cheers to that!