JUNIOR RACER PROGRAM

The Phoenix Raceway Junior Racer Program recognizes young athletes across Arizona who demonstrate a passion for racing, outstanding sportsmanship, strong character, and a commitment to their communities. Each month, one deserving racer will be honored as the Phoenix Raceway Junior Racer of the Month, celebrating the future of motorsports both on and off the track.

Whether they're racing a kart, quarter midget, BMX bike, motocross bike, skateboard, roller skates, or another wheeled sport, we're looking for young competitors who embody the values that make racing great.  
Celebrating Arizona's Next Generation of Racers
Who Can Apply?
  • Be between 8 and 16 years old  
  • Be an Arizona resident  
  • Actively participate in a youth wheeled sport, including karting, quarter   
  • midgets, BMX, motocross, skateboarding, roller skating, or another organized wheeled sport.  
How to enter
Tell us your story!

Submit either a 1–3 minute video or a 250–500 word essay answering:
  
1. How did racing become part of your life, and why is it important to you?  
2. What are your future racing goals, and what inspires you to keep chasing   
those dreams?  
3. Why should you be selected as the Phoenix Raceway Junior Racer of the   
Month?  

Include completed parental consent and media release forms. 




Email entries to: [email protected]
Celebrating Arizona's Next Generation of Racers
HOW WINNERS ARE SELECTED Phoenix Raceway staff will review all eligible submissions and identify three finalists. A selection committee will then select the monthly winner.  

Junior Racer of the Month Receives  
• Feature on the Phoenix Raceway website  
• Recognition across Phoenix Raceway social media  
• Two complimentary NASCAR race tickets to the next NASCAR Cup Series   
Race held at Phoenix Raceway  
• Recognition in the Official Race Program for the next NASCAR event held at   
Phoenix Raceway  
• Exclusive Junior Racer of the Month T-shirt  
• Commemorative certificate  

Monthly Submission Schedule  
Applications are accepted every month. All entries submitted before the 15th of each month will be considered for the following month. Once submitted, entries remain eligible for selection for the remainder of the current calendar year. Entries submitted in 2026 will continue to be eligible in 2027.   

Ready to Share Your Story?  
We know the future of racing starts long before drivers reach NASCAR. It starts with passion, determination, and the drive to keep chasing the checkered flag.  

Submit your application today and become the next Phoenix Raceway Junior Racer of the Month! 
 
If you have any questions regarding the Phoenix Raceway Junior Racer Program email [email protected]
HOW WINNERS ARE SELECTED