A father-and-son trip to the East Parklands to try to get a sneak peek of the 2007 Clipsal 500 motor race sparked a journey down a new road for Reuben Goodall, who credits this as the moment his path towards becoming a racing driver began. What started as a one-off trip then became almost an annual fixture in Reuben's calendar as his love for motorsport continued to grow.
In 2014, Reuben's dad bought him his first go-kart, and Reuben hasn't looked back, racing his way through the ranks before switching to racing cars in the 2022 Toyota GR Cup Series. After two seasons, he stepped up to the Super2 Series, the second tier of Supercars, in 2024.
Following a strong season of racing in 2025, finishing fourth in the Super2 Championship and collecting seven podiums throughout the season, Tickford Racing gave Reuben the opportunity to make his Supercars debut. It was announced that he would co-drive alongside Thomas Randle in the two endurance events in 2026, the Bend 500 and the prestigious Bathurst 1000. In addition to the endurance program, Tickford Racing has also given Reuben the opportunity to compete in his first solo Supercars event, the Townsville 500.
When asked how it feels to be involved in such an exciting career, Reuben said,
"It's a privilege, honestly. Motorsport has been my passion since I was a kid, so being able to compete professionally is something I never take for granted. Having said that, after a tough day or a disappointing result, it can be easy to lose sight of just how fortunate I am. Sometimes it's important to take a step back and realise how cool it is to do what I do. The sport is exciting, challenging and demanding, but that's what makes it so rewarding when things come together."
Between race weekends, Reuben balances his role as a Finance Broker with the commercial side of his racing career—networking, meeting with potential sponsors and working closely with existing partners.
Reflecting on his time at Concordia and the way the College has shaped his life, Reuben said one of the things he found most beneficial was the way he was encouraged to develop his communication skills across his 15 years from ELC to Year 12. He explains that success in motorsport isn't limited to the performance behind the wheel, there is also a commercial side that is equally important, with drivers needing the support of race teams, sponsors, TV commentators, and many others.
"Concordia consistently encouraged me to step outside my comfort zone, particularly when it came to communication and public speaking. I remember speaking at a Remembrance Day chapel service in Year 11. I was incredibly nervous, but opportunities like that helped develop my confidence and communication skills. Whether it was Drama performances, presentations in English and History, or even singing in the choir during Primary School, every experience contributed to the confidence I have today when speaking in public, engaging with sponsors or appearing in front of a camera."
When asked about the best memories from his time at the College, Reuben said there there were too many to mention, but the thing he misses most is being able to show up every day and have a laugh with his mates. He also has good memories of his Design, Technology and Engineering class.
"My favourite class memories would have to come from Year 12 Design, Technology and Engineering. It was a class with a great teacher, Mr Beitz, who knew exactly how to handle a group of 15 hyperactive lads. He managed to keep us productive while still making sure we had a great time, and it made every lesson something to look forward to."
Considering the advice he would offer current students on pursuing their dreams, Reuben would encourage them not to let their ambition be limited by what seems most possible or likely, and not to be held back by doubt. When people asked him what he wanted he to do after finishing school, he used to say he wanted to be a Supercars driver, but that he was going into Finance Broking, as it seemed like a more realistic career path. This was despite the fact that he came second in the National Championship in his last couple of years as a student.
"Looking back, I'm glad I didn't let those doubts stop me from pursuing it [racing]. My advice would be to chase what you're passionate about, work hard, and don't rule yourself out before you've even given yourself the chance to succeed."