Jade Avedisian
Sports Car racing // Clovis, California, United States
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Jade Avedisian, a 17-year-old from Clovis, California, is a rising star in motorsports, known for her achievements in dirt midget racing, having become the first female to win a national Midget series championship in 2023 with Keith Kunz Motorsports.
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Jade Avedisian is making history as the first female driver to win a national midget championship, blazing a trail for women in motorsports with her aggressive driving style and remarkable achievements at just 17 years old.
EARLY YEARS
Born in Clovis, California, Jade was introduced to motorsports at age 4 when her father Ryan, who has a background in sprint car racing, bought her a quarter midget. Initially reluctant during those Sunday practice sessions in empty parking lots, she quickly developed a fierce passion for racing that would shape her future[1][2].
EARLY SUCCESS
At just 15 years old, Avedisian set fast time on four occasions in the USAC NOS Midget National Championship, becoming the all-time series leader in this category. Her rookie year in 2022 with Chad Boat Industries marked a historic breakthrough when she became the first female driver to claim a checkered flag in a national midget race[2][5]. The family’s commitment to her career led them to relocate to Mooresville, North Carolina, to facilitate her training at the Toyota Performance Center[2].
NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS
- 2017: Participated in the 32nd Annual Tulsa Shootout – Junior Sprints, finishing 13th[1].
- 2022: Competed in the USAC National Midget Series with Chad Boat, finishing 16th in points[1].
- 2023: Won five Xtreme Outlaw midget races and became the first woman to win a national midget championship[2][4].
- 2023: Made the main event in the Chili Bowl as a rookie and achieved a top-three finish at a Chili Bowl midget nationals preliminary night[4].
- 2024: Competed in the Toyota GR Cup North America for Nitro Motorsports and the USAC NOS Energy Drink Midget National Championship for Keith Kunz Motorsport[1][4].
REPUTATION
Avedisian has quickly established herself as a groundbreaking talent in midget racing circles, earning respect for her composure under pressure and strategic racing approach. Her historic championship with Keith Kunz Motorsports in 2023 cemented her reputation as a trailblazer for women in motorsports[1][2]. Emulating the style of her role model Kyle Larson, Jade has demonstrated remarkable skill and determination despite challenges, including overcoming a concussion that temporarily sidelined her early in her career[3].
FUTURE GOALS/PLANS
With the backing of Toyota Racing Development through a multi-year contract, Jade’s ultimate aspiration is to compete in the NASCAR Cup Series on Sundays[1][3]. Her development plan includes continuing her transition to asphalt racing with Toyota’s support, with hopes of advancing through NASCAR’s developmental ladder system in the coming years[5].
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California teen inspires next generation of girls to race
Indianapolis Motor Speedway: Avedisian Article
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