Membership
2026 Points Program
Membership, points racing, Team Kentucky Dragway, IHRA Bracket Finals, and Gold Card rewards.
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Kentucky Dragway Points Membership
This membership is required to participate in Kentucky Dragway’s 2026 points program and is separate from IHRA membership.
Eligible for:
- Kentucky Dragway Points Championship
- Team Kentucky Dragway consideration
- IHRA Bracket Finals eligibility
- Points tracking for the season
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Eligible for:
- Points Championship eligibility
- IHRA Finals qualification
- Team Kentucky Dragway consideration
Your Membership Supports:
- Points tracking and standings
- Racer registration with IHRA
- Championship eligibility
- Team Kentucky Dragway program
- IHRA Bracket Finals qualification
Note:
This membership is separate from IHRA registration.
How Points Are Earned
>Racers Double Entry does not carry points
- Points for Each Round Won (Original Entry)
- Season standings tracked throughout the year
Year End Ties
Any ties will be determined by a runoff race.
Points Corrections Policy
Any corrections must be emailed within 48 hours after the points list is posted.
Note:
- Email serves as official time stamp
- Text messages will not be accepted
Featured Series
Triple Crown No-Box Knockout Team KD Gold Card Series Sportsman Series 
Brought to you by:
Lester Johnson | TPS Industrial Automation | Bob George Racing | AJ Casini | Brandon Butler
Top ET Triple Crown Points Series
The Triple Crown Series is Kentucky Dragway’s premier Top ET championship featuring a $10,000 points fund.
Points List:
>Racers Double Entry does not carry points
- Points awarded for each round won
- Year-end ties decided by runoff
- Active membership required
- Jr. Dragsters do not earn points in Triple Crown events
No Box Knockout Series
Modified, Sportsman, and Jr. Dragster points competition.
Classes earning points
- Modified
- Sportsman
- Jr. Dragster
Additional Notes:
Jr. Dragster racers receive $100 added to their points fund donated by Jerry Malone.
Points format:
>Racers Double Entry does not carry points
- Points for each round won
- Year-end ties settled by runoff
Eligible Races
No Box Knockout Series events count toward season points standings.
2026 Team Kentucky Dragway
Earn eligibility for IHRA Bracket Finals and World Finals consideration.
2026 Team Kentucky Dragway Qualification
To qualify for Team Kentucky Dragway and IHRA Bracket Finals racers must:
- Hold an active Kentucky Dragway Membership
- Be registered with IHRA
- Compete in a minimum of 3 points events
Kentucky Dragway must be listed as your IHRA Home Track.
Team Qualification by Class
Top 10 – Modified
Top 10 – Sportsman
Top 5 – Jr. Dragster
These racers may represent Kentucky Dragway at:
IHRA Bracket Finals
IHRA World Finals in Memphis
The highest points finisher in each class determines World Finals eligibility.
Gold Card Champion of Champions
Drivers who Win or Runner-Up a Supercharged Saturday event qualify for the Champion of Champions Runoff Race.
Classes
- Top ET
- Modified
- Sportsman
- Jr. Dragster
One Entry Per Driver
Runoff Date
TBA
Entry Fees
Top ET
$60 Entry
Win a 2027 Gold Card
Modified
$40 Entry
Win a 2027 Gold Card
Sportsman
$30 Entry
Win a 2027 Gold Card
Jr. Dragster
$30 Entry
Win a 2027 Gold Card
Important
Supercharged Saturday wins qualify only for Gold Card rewards
They do not qualify for IHRA Bracket Finals or World Finals.
Sportsman Series Information
Additional Sportsman series schedule and payout details
Points Program Policies
Points rules and structure are currently under review and may be adjusted prior to the start of the season.
Kentucky Dragway reserves the right to:
- Review points structure
- Clarify class eligibility
- Adjust rules prior to the first points race
All finalized rules will be published on the Kentucky Dragway website before the season begins.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the points system finalized?
No. The points system is currently under review and remains subject to change.
Why is the points system under review?
The review process allows Kentucky Dragway to ensure the points structure is fair, consistent, and aligned with class participation, event formats, and overall program integrity for the season.
Can the points system change after the season starts?
Any revisions or clarifications will be completed and officially announced on the Kentucky Dragway Website.
How will final changes be communicated?
All finalized points rules will be published on the Kentucky Dragway website.
Why is this policy important?
This process ensures transparency, consistency, and fairness for all competitors while allowing Kentucky Dragway to deliver a competitive points program that reflects racer and sponsor input and operational needs.
Kentucky Dragway reserves the right to review, clarify, and finalize the points system prior to the first scheduled points event. All decisions are final.
Ready to Race for Points in 2026?
Join the Kentucky Dragway membership program to compete for championships, team representation, and season-long rewards.
