17-year-old ASCS Rookie Brady Baker Steps Up to National Tour for 2024
Brady Baker Embarks on ASCS National Tour as Full-Time Rookie
Racing car on dirt track
At just 17 years old, Brady Baker from Alexander, AR, is taking on the American Sprint Car Series (ASCS) National Tour as a full-time competitor in 2025. His impressive 2024 performance, including four podium finishes in 10 Feature starts, set the stage for this ambitious move.
Race car driver on dirt track
Baker's 2024 achievements include:
- Second place finish at Arrowhead Speedway
- Pole position at Super Bee Speedway season opener
- Third-place finishes at RPM Speedway and Creek County Speedway
- Multiple Quick Time awards and Dash appearances
The young driver has already competed in three rounds at Volusia Speedway Park this year, racing against established champions like Jason Martin, Blake Hahn, and Sam Hafertepe Jr. Despite his youth, Baker brings a mature perspective to the competition, noting the resurgence of 360 Sprint Car racing with veteran drivers returning to the circuit.
Baker's 2025 Season Goals:
- Secure at least one National Tour win
- Finish in the top five in points standings
- Continue development against seasoned competitors
Baker will continue his rookie campaign in the Mid-State Golf Cars, Scott Baylor Racing Engines-powered Lawson chassis No. 71, with his next appearance scheduled for April 12 at Salina Highbanks Speedway in Salina, OK.
Photos by Emily Schwanke
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