ABOUT
ABOUT
Chase Dominic Johnson
Chase Dominic Johnson is 28 years old and calls Penngrove, CA home. The Northern Californian currently races 410 and 360 Winged and Non Wing Sprint Cars, Silver Crown Cars, Midgets and Outlaw Karts. His schedule varies as he competes across the country but the majority being on the west coast . Chase is a 4th generation racer, 6 time Outlaw Kart Champion and a 360 Winged Sprint Car Champion. Behind the stats of 300 plus main event victories, and the 7 championships, Chase stands out from all his competitors with his qualities and skills that define him as a Champion.
What separates Chase far from all other drivers in the world is his story. Chase’s story begins on March 16, 2013 which was his families teams opening night of the 2013 season. In the first practice session of the night, the steering wheel in his sprint car malfunctioned causing him to lose control of the vehicle. He crashed, uncontrollably out the exit gate of the race track and his car struck and killed his 14 year old cousin Marcus Johnson and another gentleman, Dale Wondergem Jr. who was a 68 year old car owner. After the accident he was absent in all of motorsports. After many long months he made one tough and courages decision to return to racing. He chose to race in honor of those lost in the accident, Marcus and Dale. He now strives to be successful as a racer but also be a strong inspiration to anyone that might have a tough time overcoming a difficulty in their life.
Outside of his racing he has graduated at Sonoma State University and received a bachelors degree in Business Management. He also has an associates degree in Business Management. He aim’s to be a good role model and an inspiration to others going through tough times in racing as well as everyday life. “The sport of racing has made me who I am today and I try to give back to the sport that has helped me in many ways.”
Chase fell in love with the sport of racing at the age of the 5 in the Outlaw Kart ranks where he progressed and made the step into a sprint car at age 14. Now at age 26 he has competed at some of our sports most prestigious events like the Chili Bowl Nationals, Knoxville Nationals, Gold Cup, Oval Nationals, The 4-Crown, Turkey Night and Trophy Cup. He has raced Outlaw Karts, Quarter Midgets, Road Course Go-Karts, Micro Sprints, Midgets, Silver Crown Cars, 360 and 410 Wingless Sprint Cars, 360 and 410 Winged Sprint Cars. He is a die hard racer who will race in anything and everything. Not just wanting to be versatile but he has now shown he has the ability to win and consistently run up in the front in all competition of cars.
You can find Chase on the following:
Thank you Central Arizona Raceway for having us for the Western World! Jerry and Brad have turned the track and the event into something special. If you can’t make it in person tonight make sure to tune into Flo Racing and watch the USAC Racing finale. ![]()
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Chase spent the last two days visiting with friends, fans, sponsors, car owners and peers. Doing driving coaching as well as even finding a facility in Arizona to continue with some physical therapy. No days off as Chase always says. 
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Where: The Backdrop (1455 Corporate Center Pkwy, Santa Rosa, CA 95407)![]()
When: October 26, 2025, from 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM![]()
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You don't want to miss it! If you haven't registered already, you can do so by clicking the link in the comments and purchasing your all-inclusive tickets. They get you food from The Best Food Truck Ever, family-fun, tickets for our raffle, and they double as a tax-deductible donation.![]()
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They have an exciting variety of raffle and silent auction items this year, donated by the amazing and generous businesses in our community.![]()
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If you are unable to attend the event but would still like to contribute, you can make a donation through our website (link in comments), or you can email us to inquire about sending a check. ![]()
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Chase’s grandfather, Dennis Ricci will be remembered and celebrated this weekend. Dennis has always been an amazing supporter of Chase and his racing. ![]()
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As his health slowed him down he never missed the opportunity to watch Chase on the television and for the long time supporters of Chase most will know Dennis from always commenting and watching the Facebook live streams. Attached below is his obituary.![]()
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Obituary for Dennis A. Ricci | Duggan's Mission Chapel
www.duggansmissionchapel.com
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Jerome Rodela and Kenny’s Components gifted Chase with something special, a custom carbon fiber cane. ![]()
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For now Chase found a great place to keep it close by to keep him motivated on the goal. He, along with all of us cannot wait for the day he uses it!![]()
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Chase drove for Jerome and Tom Malloy in 2019 and 2020 racing across the United States mostly racing with the USAC National Midgets.![]()
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