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Meet the Owners
William Novak
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Nathan Howard

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Nathan Howard-CEO

Coming Soon.....

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William Novak- CEO

I am the CEO of XRL Esports, responsible for managing the team’s finances, sponsorships, and race lineups while also competing as a driver. Born in Youngstown, Ohio, my passion for racing has been with me from an early age. However, I didn’t get into sim racing and karting until later in life, starting sim racing in late 2020 and karting in 2022.

 

Since then, my dedication has only grown, pushing me to compete at higher levels and refine my skills both on the virtual track and in real-life racing. I’ve taken part in endurance karting races in 2023 and 2024, gaining valuable experience in real-world racecraft and strategy. While sim racing remains a core part of my journey, I have a strong desire to do even more karting and continue progressing in real-world motorsport.

 

Karting has given me an entirely new appreciation for the physical and mental demands of racing, and I’m eager to take on more challenges, compete in bigger events, and further develop my racecraft outside the sim. In the virtual world, I specialize in GT3 and LMP2 cars, where I’ve proven to be consistently quick. I bring that same competitive edge and passion into leading XRL Esports, ensuring that our team remains at the forefront of sim racing.

 

Managing an esports organization comes with its challenges, but I thrive in balancing leadership, competition, and the constant pursuit of success. Throughout my career, I’ve been part of three championship-winning teams in a Ford GTE, demonstrating my ability to perform under pressure and contribute to team victories. My biggest achievements include winning the Daytona 24 and Le Mans 24, two of the most prestigious endurance races in sim racing. These accomplishments fuel my drive to push even further, both as a competitor and as a leader.

 

Looking ahead, I am focused on growing XRL Esports into one of the premier sim racing teams, expanding our presence in top-tier competitions, and continuously improving my own performance. At the same time, I am committed to pursuing more real-world racing opportunities through karting, with hopes of competing at even higher levels. The journey is never easy, but the excitement, challenges, and rewards at the end of each race day make it all worthwhile.

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