09/14/2026
Thought I’d have a shot at racing yesterday but woke up feeling worse than the day prior so it just didn’t make sense to load everything up and go try to race not feeling anywhere close to 100%.
With prior commitments in place for next week, this essentially puts an end to my 2026 racing season. Despite not reaching the ultimate goal of finding victory lane, I’d still say it was a successful season. Ran top-10 in every race, won a heat race, four top-5s, gained speed throughout the year, and will likely end it sitting fifth in points.
Never know what next year is going to look like but I love driving race cars. It’s basically all I’ve ever wanted to do since I was a little kid sitting in the same grandstands I am fortunate enough to race in front of today.
I have a lot of people to thank. First, Kelly: you make all of this possible. I love you. Big thanks to everyone who checks on me and helps me anytime I need it in the pits: Ginger, John, Luke Winning, my brother Nick, and everyone else that has lent a hand — you’re all awesome. Pat and Zane Ferrell for letting me use their trailer — literally could not be there without you guys. Everyone who helped in the shop over the summer. My dad especially was huge at different points trying to get the power steering deal fixed and getting me pointed back in the right direction when I took wedge into my own hands.
I also want to thank the track from the top of the press box all the way down to the concession stand and everyone in between. You all make the track what it is and your work will never get enough “thank yous”.
Lastly my sponsors:
Connellsville B**r Warehouse has rode with me since the beginning.
Mike Rulli Electrical Services appreciate you coming on this year and so glad to have another racers support
The Sign Guy lettered my dads cars and it’s so cool to have you doing mine
Schmitz Tire you guys never complain and you probably should as much as I show up
20 Performance for always answering my dumb questions no matter what time of day or night
The Collar Club I don’t think you guys need my help with marketing as busy as you are but thank you for the last two seasons nonetheless
See you in 2027 🏁