NASCAR YOUTH SERIES PRESENTED BY COOK OUT
Free for Spectators
NASCAR Youth Series presented by Cook Out
August 13-15 · Arrive Before The Race
NASCAR Youth Series presented by Cook Out will showcase the sport’s stars of tomorrow at Richmond Raceway. Drivers ages 5-16 will race in the drift and bus parking lots near Laburnum Lot C, providing fans with even more action August 13-15, leading into the Cook Out 400 NASCAR Cup Series Race on Saturday. This event is FREE to spectators.
ABOUT NASCAR YOUTH SERIES
Since its inception in 2008, the NASCAR Youth Series presented by COOK OUT, originally known as USAC .25, has been nurturing young racing talent by providing kids aged 5-16 with a platform to compete in some of the most iconic motorsport venues across the country. The series has offered a unique opportunity for future stars to race at renowned tracks like Daytona International Speedway, Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Darlington Raceway and Kansas Speedway, among many others. Sanctioned by the United States Auto Club (USAC), the world’s largest and most diverse sanctioning body, the NASCAR Youth Series has become a proven pathway for up-and-coming drivers.
The series boasts a nationwide presence, with over 60 NASCAR Youth Series-sanctioned quarter-midget clubs across the United States. These clubs host weekly races where families can enjoy a sense of community while watching their young drivers compete. In addition to local events, regional and national competitions regularly draw up to 300 entries, creating an electrifying atmosphere of fierce competition. There are 14 different racing classes in every event, ensuring that children of all skill levels have a chance to shine.
At its heart, the NASCAR Youth Series is about more than just racing. It’s a family-centered sport that encourages kids to develop crucial life skills, demonstrate sportsmanship, and form lasting friendships with peers from all corners of the nation. It’s not only about building the next generation of drivers but also fostering growth, character, and teamwork.
Many well-known NASCAR drivers started their racing careers behind the wheel of a quarter-midget. Legends like Jeff Gordon, Bobby Labonte, Joey Logano, and Ryan Blaney, along with current stars such as Justin Allgaier, Harrison Burton, Ryan Preece, Chase Briscoe, Justin Haley, and Todd Gilliland all honed their skills in the world of quarter-midget racing. Moreover, drivers like Alex Bowman, Carson Hocevar, Daniel Dye, and William Sawalich have competed directly in the NASCAR Youth Series, proving that this platform is a true breeding ground for the next wave of motorsport talent.
