Race for Chase: Support Chase's Road to Recovery

On August 24, 2024, Chase faced a life-altering moment during the Gold Cup with High Limit Series at Silver Dollar Speedway in Chico, CA. On this particular night, Chase was battling forward through the field when everything changed in an instant and his car crashed. The safety team quickly removed him from the car and he was transported to Chico Hospital where he was eventually life-flighted to UC Davis Medical Center. Hours later, Chase underwent a 9-hour surgery to address severe spinal injuries. His doctors repaired and removed bone in his cervical and thoracic spine, including fractures at C5, C6, C7, and a small C1 fracture. His spinal cord was compressed and bruised heavily in this area and is the priority. They also discovered fractures in his T10 and T11 vertebrae, but these did not require surgery.

These past few days have been the hardest days that Chase and the entirety of his family have ever felt. He is in an unimaginable amount of pain and the road ahead is scary, but there is hope for recovery.

Chase’s injuries are classified as “incomplete." Thankfully, his spinal cord was not severed, merely heavily bruised, meaning recovery is still possible with the right care. We are trying our best to fight for him to get into an inpatient rehabilitation center like Shepherd Medical Center or Craig Hospital, where he can get the best possible care. These centers are known for their advanced and comprehensive treatment, offering the best chance for Chase to regain as much mobility as possible.

Anyone who knows Chase knows that he is more than just a figure in the racing community. He’s a husband, a brother, a son, a friend and so much more. He’s a beacon of joy, kindness, and dedication. He lights up the world and is a person we should all strive to be more like. He is a giving man who would help anyone and anybody however he can. Now, he needs us to be there for him.

Though Chase has insurance, it unfortunately will not cover the inpatient rehabilitation that he will need. Any donations will go towards helping Chase get the best care he can. With the right care and Chase’s work ethic, we are certain that he can live his best life.

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