South Central Division News

The Top Dragster  championship battle in the South Central Division 4 went down to the wire, ultimately being decided by a tie-breaker. Kevin Thorp  and Dane Ward  closed the season deadlocked at 313 points , showcasing just how competitive the category was throughout the year. When the tie-breaker was applied, Thorp emerged on top, earning the number one position  and the right to display “41”  on his Top Dragster ride for the 2026 season. His consistency throughout the seas

With a season defined by consistency and clutch performances, Micheal Nash  once again proved why he sits atop the South Central Division. Recording two wins and two runner-up finishes , Nash powered his way to the 2025 South Central Division 4 Sportsman Motorcycle Championship , successfully defending his 2024 title. Nash closed the season with 359 points , securing the championship over a tightly contested field. Dwayne Tousand  finished second with 306 points , edging out

As we gather this weekend for the 2025 South Central Division 4 Champions Banquet  in Fort Worth, we are proud to celebrate not only our champions, but also the top three finalists  in each category who made the 2025 season truly unforgettable. The South Central Division is recognized for its depth of talent, fierce competition, and the unwavering commitment of racers, teams, and families. Earning a top-three finish in this division is no small accomplishment—it reflects cons

The road to a National Championship in Vegas begins at your home NHRA Member Track, and for Gage Wilson , that journey started at Ardmore Dragway . What followed was a season defined by preparation, focus, and execution—culminating in Wilson capturing both the Summit ET Finals Wally  and the Summit ET Sportsman National Championship Wally  in Las Vegas. Winning at the South Central Division 4 ET Finals to earn a return trip to the National Championship is an accomplishment in

The NHRA South Central Division 4 proudly congratulates the 2025 Good Guy Challenge Champions, who will be honored at the 2025 South Central Division 4 Champions Banquet on January 10. The Good Guy Challenge continues to showcase the foundation of grassroots NHRA racing by rewarding consistency, sportsmanship, and dedication at the local track level. This year’s champions delivered exceptional performances throughout the season at their respective NHRA Member Tracks. Pro / Fo

When you think of Super Stock, one name immediately comes to mind—Jimmy Hidalgo Jr. During the 2025 NHRA season, Hidalgo once again proved why he is regarded as one of the most formidable and respected class racers in the sport.  Hidalgo opened the season with momentum, earning a runner-up finish at Belle Rose, before following it up with victories at South Georgia Motorsports Park and Tulsa Raceway Park. Building on an already impressive résumé, he delivered another remarkab