Chase Briscoe is poised to continue the Briscoe family racing tradition, aiming to guide his son Brooks into the fourth generation of competitive driving. The Chase Briscoe family racing legacy runs deep, spanning from his grandfather‘s early ventures to his own career as a NASCAR Cup Series driver.
Three Generations at the Track
Motorsports have shaped the lives of the Briscoe family, with their journey beginning in Mitchell, Indiana. Briscoe, who is married to Marissa and father to Brooks and twins Cooper Banks and Collins Ivy, spoke about the origins of their involvement in the racing world. His grandfather was the catalyst, as Briscoe shared,
“So my grandpa started owning sprint cars, dirt cars in the ’70s, my dad raced for 20 something years,”
—Chase Briscoe, Driver. Raised among racers, Briscoe naturally found himself drawn to the racetrack from a young age.
Even though his father, who spent decades behind the wheel, was initially reluctant for his son to enter the sport, Briscoe’s passion was unwavering. He persisted until finally receiving the green light to start his own career.
Pursuing a Dream Beyond Indiana
After completing high school, Briscoe left Mitchell for Charlotte, North Carolina, a racing hub. He recalled taking on odd jobs and volunteering at race shops, working tirelessly for opportunities.
“Moved to Charlotte, North Carolina straight out of high school and slept on a (friend’s) couch for three and a half years and would just volunteer at all these different race shops, and eventually got an opportunity and it just spiraled from there.”
—Chase Briscoe, Driver. The perseverance paid off, helping him advance through the ranks and establish his name in NASCAR.
Looking back at their roots, Briscoe finds a sense of pride in what the family has accomplished since 1974. The sport’s significance for his grandfather and father was immense, but neither could have predicted the impact their legacy would have on generations to come.
Family Values and Guiding the Next Generation
Briscoe, now a driver with Joe Gibbs Racing, emphasizes the importance of representing the Briscoe name with integrity. He is eager to pass along these values to Brooks, who, though not yet four, already shares his father’s passion for racing.
“It’s certainly special just being able to carry on the Briscoe name in some form or fashion in motorsports. I already have an (almost) four-year-old son that is super involved in racing and just loves it and eats it up. So yeah, I’m sure he’ll be a fourth-generation and carry on that history for our family.”
—Chase Briscoe, Driver.
Respect and kindness are central lessons in the Briscoe household. These principles, instilled by earlier generations, are now actively taught to his children.
“That’s something that’s been super important to me, to pass on to my kids now, to show them to treat everybody with respect. Their world is totally different than the world that I obviously grew up in. So, just trying to do that, that’s the most important thing,”
—Chase Briscoe, Driver. Briscoe highlights how maintaining strong values off the track often brings opportunities full circle.
The 2024 Season and What Lies Ahead
The Briscoe family continues to play a visible role as Chase competes at major events, including the annual night race at Bristol Motor Speedway. While some family members travel with him, others support from home. His recent win at Darlington secured his place in the next stage of the NASCAR Playoffs—the Round of 12—setting him up as a serious contender this season.
Briscoe is currently second in the NASCAR Cup Series standings, just behind teammate Denny Hamlin, who strengthened his lead with a recent victory at Gateway, marking his fifth win of the season. Briscoe will pilot his No. 19 Toyota Camry with prominent sponsorship from Bass Pro Shops, who are also the lead sponsor for the Bristol event.
“Any time your main sponsor is sponsoring the race, it’s of extra importance and do the best we can,”
—Chase Briscoe, Driver. Looking ahead at the upcoming challenges, Briscoe’s focus remains sharp on advancing through each playoff round and chasing another win in New Hampshire at the start of the Round of 12.
As the season enters its final stretch, Briscoe and his team are motivated by the prospect of an enduring championship run.
“We have eight weeks left in our season and if we can put eight really, really solid weeks together, then we feel like we can be the champion. So that’s what we’re trying to do.”
—Chase Briscoe, Driver.
The Ongoing Briscoe Legacy in Racing
The Briscoe family’s dedication to motorsports continues to inspire, with each generation contributing to the legacy in their own way. With his children watching—whether at the track or back home—Chase Briscoe is determined to instill his hard-earned values and racing spirit in them. His commitment to building the Briscoe racing legacy promises to keep their name at the forefront of the sport for years to come.
