10/19/2026
Highlighting the Series Rookie of the Year battle.
Alabama driver Jackson Houk in his #24 edged Texas driver Rozen Ischy in the #18 by 8 points but both of these young drivers deserve a shout out for their 2026 performances.
I was able to get to know these two and their fathers this season who entered with similar goals of seat time and steady improvement.
Both Father and Son combinations alone with other family members went through learning curves, repairs, long hot days and a ton of hard work.
Both Jackson and Rozen improved quickly and were able to lay down fast laps and bring home a trophy this year and both are in a great position to be the future of racing in their regions and beyond.
Congratulations to both families on a successful Year 1!
— with Jeremy Houk and Dillon Ischy.