Rising Star Jade Avedisian Enters Pensacola Showdown /

Rising Star Jade Avedisian Enters Pensacola Showdown

(Pensacola, FL) – The entry list for the 2026 Sunshine State 200 presented by Appalachian Sucker Punch continues to grow with the addition of rising star Jade Avedisian, who has officially entered the marquee Super Late Model event at Five Flags Speedway.

Avedisian carried strong momentum into the season following an impressive Speedweeks performance at New Smyrna Speedway during the World Series of Asphalt. Avedisian captured a victory on Night 2 of Super Late Model competition and showcased remarkable consistency by finishing inside the top 10 in all five feature events. Her steady front-running performances throughout the week resulted in a runner-up finish in the overall championship standings.

The Sunshine State 200 at Five Flags Speedway Race weekend begins Friday, March 13th with ASA STARS National Tour practice, followed by a full night of local racing featuring the Outlaws, Crown Stocks, and the Legacy Series. Saturday’s action shifts to an afternoon program, highlighted by Hamke Pole Qualifying at 11:00 AM, which will set the starting lineup for the 200-lap feature. The green flag for the Sunshine State 200 is scheduled for 1:05 PM. Fans unable to attend in person can watch both days of racing live on Track TV.


ASA STARS National Tour

The ASA STARS National Tour is one of the premier Super Late Model touring series in the United States, showcasing elite drivers and teams at some of the most iconic short tracks in the country. Owned and operated by MDM Promotions, the series continues the long-standing tradition of ASA-sanctioned racing while delivering a national platform for top-level competition. The ASA STARS National Tour is committed to competitive excellence, strong partnerships, and preserving the heritage of short track racing while building for the future.