Jill Canuso - Driver Hanna Motorsports BIC® Lighter "Queen of Diamonds" Jet Dragster

Jill Canuso's passion for motorsports was first sparked while watching her father compete at North East drag strips. She became a permanent fixture in his garage by age three, retrieving wrenches, cleaning parts and bringing cups of coffee. His dedication, passion and impressive trophy shelf left a lasting impression on young Jill, forming her into the competitive, winning professional that she is today. She started riding motorcycles at five years old and collecting her own trophies won from many Track, District, State, Regional and National Championships.

A nationwide search was conducted in late 2007 for the new driver of the BIC Lighter "Queen of Diamonds". More than 80 applications from across the nation were reviewed by Hanna Motorsports and Jill's qualifications and experience put her at the top of the pack. "Jill is a pro and a natural to be on our team."

Jill has many years of racing experience. This experience includes AMA Flat Track Motorcycle Racing, AHRMA Vintage Flat Track Motorcycle Racing, NHRA Motorcycle Drag Racing, NHRA Bracket Racing (auto), SCCA solo 2, SCCA Road Racing, Micro Sprint Racing, ARDC Midget Car Racing and Professional Monster Truck Racing (driving the WRENCHEAD.com sponsored monster truck for Live Nation). Jill has numerous Track, District, State, Regional and National Championships on her resume.

"The Queen of Diamonds opportunity is one that I have earned through years of hard work and dedication. I am grateful to have been chosen to be an integral part of this well respected 3 car team." Jill always looks forward to a new challenge behind the wheel...a 300 mph challenge!

The competition, work, travel and level of dedication are what Jill enjoys the most about racing. Jill has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Industrial Design. She currently leads the Sales & Marketing team at M&R Products of Vineland, NJ.