Meet Kason Harper

Kason Harper

Name: Kason Harper
Nickname: “The Pelahatchie Pilot”
Age: 19
Hometown: Pelahatchie, Mississippi
Team: Mid-Knight Motorsports
Division: Super Late Model
Chassis: 2026 Longhorn

At just 19 years old, Kason Harper has established himself as one of the rising stars in the Mid-South dirt late model scene. Known as “The Pelahatchie Pilot,” Harper has earned recognition for his precise driving style, technical understanding, and steady progression through the ranks.

Harper began his career competing in 602 and 604 Crate Late Models, where his consistent performances and mechanical insight quickly set him apart. Over multiple seasons, he developed a reputation for discipline and adaptability traits that now define his approach to racing at the highest level.

In 2025, Harper takes a significant step forward with his move into Super Late Model competition, driving a 2026 Longhorn Chassis fielded by Mid-Knight Motorsports. Backed by a dedicated team and proven equipment, Harper’s transition marks an exciting new chapter in his career as he looks to compete against some of the sport’s most accomplished drivers.

Focused, determined, and grounded in his Mississippi roots, Kason Harper continues to build momentum as a driver to watch embodying the next generation of professionalism, performance, and passion in American short track racing.