Who is Kercie Jung?
Introduction
Kercie Jung is sixteen years old, has been racing since she was seven years old, and is currently in the eleventh grade. In 2021 Kercie will be competing in the Junior Late Model Division at Madera Speedway.
Mini Dwarfs
Kercie started racing Mini Dwarfs in 2013, at dirt tracks around California including Bakersfield Speedway, Santa Maria Speedway and Rocky Hill Speedway. In 2014 Kercie started racing on Asphalt at Kern County Raceway Park (KCRP) in Bakersfield, California.
Bandoleros
In 2016 Kercie stepped up to the Bandolero Division, racing at tracks around California which included Irwindale, The Orange Show Speedway, The Speedway at Willow Springs, Kern County Raceway Park and Madera.
Jr. Late Model Series
Additional Information
In 2020, Kercie competed in the 51Fifty Jr. Late Model series at Madera Speedway. This is a nine race series that showcases the talents of drivers between the ages of 10 to 16, from all over the west coast. The typical car count was 18 to 21 cars.
She finished the season 2nd in points, winning one pole, equaling the highest finish of a woman in the series with a second place finish, and was consistently one of the top three cars to beat all season long.
Kercie will return in 2021 with goals of winning races and the championship.
Kercie Jung racing in the 51Fifty Jr. Late Model Series (Photo by Zachary Cook)
Things You Might Not Know About Kercie
Why Pink?
Kercie campaigns the bright Pink paint scheme on all of her cars and racing related materials in honor of her aunt, who passed away from Breast Cancer ten years ago. This has become one of her trademarks, along with her number “17” which adorns all her cars.
Women in Racing
Kercie understands the importance of women having the same respect in racing as men, even though she has never experienced any negative actions from her competitors over her gender. She wants to continue to be a voice and an example to the public and her fans that gender plays no part in racing. Women are just as capable and successful in racing, and life, as long as you work hard and are dedicated to doing your best.
Brayden's Brave Heart
In addition to Breast Cancer awareness, Kercie is also involved in local community events and worthy causes. Recently a friend of hers passed away due to issues with his heart. He needed a transplant and Kercie was a supporter and spokesperson, helping to raise awareness and funds for her friend, Brayden Eidenshink (“Brayden’s Brave Heart”). In honor of Brayden, he will always have a mention on her car.
The Society for Disabled Children
“I picked the Society for Disabled Children because I love kids. I feel like they are always the ones who help bring the community together, like Brayden Brave Heart did. After Brayden’s passing I had been looking for ways to help the community. When I found the Society for Disabled Children, I saw an opportunity to help our community.” The Society for Disabled Children is located in Bakersfield, California, and serves the local community of Bakersfield and the residents of Kern County. The Society was founded in 1947 and delivers programs and services that create growth opportunities for children with special needs.
Kercie's Ride for 2020
Junior Late Model
Kercie’s Late Model is a Racecar Factory chassis that won a lot of races at Kern County Raceway Park and Madera, with driver Buddy Shepherd.
The car weighs 2900 lbs, is powered by a GM 602 crate motor that puts out 355 HP, and will be restricted to run in the Junior Late Model Series. The body is fiberglass, and the frame is a tubular chassis design.
This car was purchased by Kercie Jung Racing in 2019, and will be the primary car for the season. Kercie also has a backup car that she ran last year.
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