NASCAR News: Katherine Legge to make Cup debut at Phoenix

Live Fast Motorsports announced that pioneering motorsport driver Katherine Legge has entered the Shriners Children’s 500 NASCAR Cup Series race at Phoenix Raceway on March 9, 2025, racing the No. 78 DROPLiGHT Chevy Camaro.

This marks Legge’s debut in the NASCAR Cup Series, underscoring her determination and versatility in professional racing.

Sponsors DROPLiGHT and Sherfick Companies have joined the history-making athlete to support Katherine’s entry at Shriners Children’s 500. DROPLiGHT is a full-service venture studio that empowers businesses, investors, and founders to achieve their full potential with a holistic approach to scaling, strategy, and operational excellence. Sherfick Companies is a family-owned, industry-leading real estate development and construction business with extensive experience in commercial and residential construction and design.

“Entering the NASCAR Cup Series is a dream come true,” said Legge. “I’m excited to team up with Live Fast Motorsports for Phoenix, and to represent our sponsors DROPLiGHT and Sherfick Companies. Racing stockcars has been an incredibly fun and new challenge that’s given me a renewed sense of vigor for this sport. As always, I’m grateful for the opportunity to do what I love and am inspired by all of the effort, preparation and behind the scenes work it takes to get here.”

Live Fast Motorsports Co-Owner & CEO Jessica McLeod shared, “We’re happy to partner with Katherine for this race. The opportunity to have such a versatile and dynamic championship winning driver join our program is exciting for everyone on our team. This partnership reflects our commitment to providing opportunities for drivers making their way into the NASCAR Cup series in the Next Gen era.”

“As DROPLiGHT makes its debut as a sponsor in the racing world, there’s no better place to start than Phoenix and no better driver to represent our brand than Katherine Legge,” said Joseph Anderson, CEO of DROPLiGHT. “Her resilience, skill, and trailblazing spirit align perfectly with our commitment to innovation and excellence. We’re proud to support her journey and excited to see our name at high speed on the track.”

“Sponsoring talented drivers has always been about more than just branding—it’s about supporting determination, precision and the relentless pursuit of excellence,” said Michael Sherfick, CEO of Sherfick Companies. “Katherine Legge embodies those qualities and we’re proud to stand behind her as she takes on Phoenix. At Sherfick Companies, we believe in investing in those who push boundaries, and Katherine is a perfect example of that drive and passion.”

Katherine’s debut in NASCAR Cup Series is the first time in ten years a woman racecar driver and owner have teamed up to compete since Danica Patrick in 2010 with Kelley Earnhardt Miller.

Legge is a seasoned competitor with a wealth of experience across various motorsport disciplines. A known sportscar specialist, Legge is one of nine women to have raced in the prestigious Indianapolis 500, where in 2023 she set the record for fastest qualifying effort by a woman in the event’s history. Katherine is also the first woman to win a major open-wheel race in North America in 2005.

Legge’s accomplishments extend to sports cars and endurance events, including podium finishes in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship and participation in world-renowned races like the 24 Hours of Daytona. Katherine’s impressive racing portfolio also includes starts in the NASCAR Xfinity Series and the legendary Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, showcasing her adaptability across a wide range of motorsport disciplines.

The Phoenix race will be taking place on Sunday, March 9, 2025. Fans can tune in to watch Katherine Legge in action at Phoenix Raceway, with coverage of the race on Fox Sports and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio.