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Scrapper Sisters Announce New Team Driver Ahead of Las Vegas Strip

Pabio November 2, 2024

The Scrappers Sisters have announced the expansion of their song lineup. Welcoming Top Fuel driver Travis Shumake to its ranks, the team is ready to add new energy to the team as it heads to the Ford Performance at the NHRA Nationals at the Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.

Comprised of Top Fuel rookie Jasmine Salinas and Pro Stock motorcycle racer Jianna Evaristo, the Scrappers team is loaded with talent. Since taking over the position due to her father Mike Salinas’ medical leave, Jasmine Salinas has come through her freshman year strong, but her performance hasn’t always been as high as she wanted.

Jianna Evaristo, on the other hand, is enjoying what could be described as a career high. Driving Valley Services Scrappers Racing Pro Stock Motorcycle, her preparation under Matt Smith Racing has prepared her for a potential breakthrough in Las Vegas, via Drag Illustrated.

“I love competing in Las Vegas. It’s a fantastic facility and I think we’re peaking at the right time. The learning never stops and I love the challenge, but I’m ready to bring this Buell in the winner’s circle.”

Lampus is in action at SummitRacing.com — Don Lampus in action during the SummitRacing.com NHRA Nationals at Motor Speedway in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Scrapper Sisters added Top Fuel driver Travis Shumake to their team ahead of the NHRA…

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For Travis Shumake, joining the Scrappers team marks a big chapter in his evolving drag racing career. Travis, whose heritage dates back to his father, Tripp Shumake, a famous NHRA Funny Car driver, brings with him a deep history.

After stepping away from drag racing following the tragic death of his father in 1999, Travis reignited his racing ambitions in 2021. As the NHRA’s first openly gay driver, his commitment to inclusion and diversification within the sport is as celebrated as his professional endeavors.

This event will be Travis’ fourth start of the season in his Gillette Labs Top Fuel dragster. He won’t be a rookie candidate in the competitive Rookie of the Year fray.

The Ford Performance NHRA Nationals at the Strip promises to be an eventful campaign, stretching from October 31 to November 3 in Las Vegas. Fans can expect qualifying sessions on November 1 and 2, leading to eliminations starting at 11:00 a.m. on November 3.

Ford Performance NHRA Nationals

Friday November 1st

7:30 a.m.	Open doors
8 a.m.	Athlete Eliminations
9 a.m.	Halfway opening/suggested arrival time
10 hours	Best qualifying session for alcohol
11 a.m.	Mountain Motor Pro Stock Qualifying Session
11:15 a.m.	Factory X qualifying session
11:25 a.m.	Pro Mod qualifying session
11:55 a.m.	Rooftec Comp Clash Eliminations — Semi-Finals
Noon	Legends Nitro Funny Car Qualifying Session
12:30 p.m.	Pro Stock qualifying session (Motorcycle and car)
1:30 p.m.	Nitro qualifying session (Funny Car and Superior Fuel)
2:30 p.m.	Summit ET National Championship Time Trial
2:50 p.m.	Rooftec Comp Clash Eliminations — Finals
3 p.m.	Qualification of professional actions Session (Motorcycle and car)
4 p.m.	Nitro qualifying session (Funny Car and Superior Fuel)
5:15 p.m.	Jet Car Exhibition (Team “Muy Caliente”)
5:30 p.m.	Legends Nitro Funny Car Qualifying Session
5:50 p.m.	Pro Mod qualifying session
6:15 p.m.	Best qualifying session for alcohol
7:15 p.m.	Mountain Motor Pro Stock Qualifying Session
7:30 p.m.	Factory X qualifying session

Saturday November 2

7:30 a.m.	Open doors
8 a.m.	Athlete Eliminations
9 a.m.	Halfway opening/suggested arrival time
9 a.m.	Summit ET National Championship Time Trial
9:45 a.m.	Best qualifying session for alcohol
11:15 a.m.	Mountain Motor Pro Stock Qualifying Session
11:30 a.m.	Factory X qualifying session
11:35 a.m.	Pro Mod qualifying session
12:05 p.m.	Legends Nitro Funny Car Qualifying Session
12:30 p.m.	Pro Stock qualifying session (Car and motorcycle)
1:30 p.m.	Nitro qualifying session (Top Fuel and funny car)
2:30 p.m.	Summit ET National Championship Time Trial
3 p.m.	Pro Stock qualifying session (Car and motorcycle)
4 p.m.	Nitro qualifying session (Top Fuel and funny car)
5 p.m.	Jet Car Exhibition
5:20 p.m.	Legends Nitro Funny Car Eliminations – Round 1
5:35 p.m.	Pro Mod qualifying session
6:05 p.m.	Best Alcohol Eliminations – Round 1
7:05 p.m.	Mountain Motor Pro Stock Eliminations – Round 1
7:20 p.m.	Factory X Eliminations – Round 1

Sunday November 3

7:30 a.m.	Open doors
8 a.m.	Athlete eliminations – Semi-finals
8:15 a.m.	Halfway opening/suggested arrival time
8:20 a.m.	Factory X Eliminations – Round 2
8:30 a.m.	Major Alcohol Eliminations – Round 2
9 a.m.	Pro Mod Eliminations – Round 1
9:30 a.m.	SealMaster Track Walk and Pre-Race Ceremonies (Join us at the starting line!)
11 a.m.	Nitro Eliminations – Round 1(Top Fuel and funny car)
Noon	Pro Action Eliminations – Round 1 (Car and motorcycle)
12:45 p.m.	Pro Mod Eliminations – Round 2
12:55 p.m.	Summit ET National Championship Eliminations – Round 1
1:20 p.m.	Nitro Eliminations – Round 2 (Top Fuel and funny car)
1:50 p.m.	Pro Action Eliminations – Round 2 (Car and motorcycle)
2:15 p.m.	Pro Mod Eliminations – Semi-Finals
2:20 p.m.	Legends Nitro Funny Car Eliminations – Semi-Finals
2:25 p.m.	Best Alcohol Eliminations – Semi-Finals
2:35 p.m.	Mountain Motor Pro Action Eliminations – Semi-Finals
2:40 p.m.	Summit ET National Championship Eliminations – Semifinals
2:50 p.m.	Athlete Eliminations – Finals
3:15 p.m.	Nitro Eliminations – Semi-finals (Top Fuel and funny car)
3:30 p.m.	Pro Stock Eliminations – Semi-Finals (Car and motorcycle)
3:40 p.m.	Summit ET National Championship Eliminations – Finals
3:47 p.m.	Factory X Eliminations – Finals
3:50 p.m.	Mountain Motor Pro Stock Eliminations – Finals
3:54 p.m.	Pro Mod Eliminations – Finals
3:58 p.m.	Best Alcohol Eliminations – Finals
4:05 p.m.	Legends Nitro Funny Car Eliminations – Finals
4:09 p.m.	Jr. Dragster Exhibition
4:30 p.m.	Professional Action Eliminations – Finals (Motorcycle and car)
4:40 p.m.	Nitro Eliminations – Finals (Funny Car and Superior Fuel)
After the race	Winner’s Circle (Join us at the starting line!)