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Progressive American Flat Track, under the sanction of AMA Pro Racing, has tapped local favorite Brad Sweet to be the Grand Marshal of the Silver Dollar Short Track at Silver Dollar Speedway in Chico, California on May 2, 2026. The appointment was announced from Daytona Beach on April 7, 2026, signaling the series’ return to one of the West Coast’s most storied dirt venues. In this role Sweet will lead the pre-race ceremonies and represent the event publicly, a ceremonial duty that underscores his ties to the region and to the sport.
Brad Sweet is a Grass Valley, California native whose list of accomplishments includes five straight World of Outlaws championships from 2019 through 2026, plus marquee victories at the Knoxville Nationals and multiple Kings Royal events. He co-founded High Limit Racing, captured the series championship with that team in 2026, and then stepped back from full-time competition after the 2026 season. Sweet is also a co-owner of Silver Dollar Speedway alongside Kyle Larson and Colby Copeland, which gives extra resonance to his selection as the event’s ceremonial leader.
What the weekend will feature
The Silver Dollar card blends entertainment and intense flat track competition. In addition to the Mission AFT SuperTwins battles that typically produce side-by-side, high-speed laps around the oval, the program includes the Trashed Kids FMX stunt show. The Trashed Kids segment is an FMX stunt show known for aerial tricks and crowd-pleasing jumps that punctuate race breaks and add spectacle to the evening. Local interest will be high as reigning KICKER AFT Singles champion and Northern California rider Kage Tadman returns aiming to defend his title, creating a storyline that ties regional pride to national-level racing.
Entertainment and on-track rivalry
Expect a mix of showmanship and raw competition: the Grand Marshal duties will be paired with on-track heat races and the main events that define Progressive American Flat Track. The Mission AFT SuperTwins class typically delivers close-quarter passing and physical battles, while the AFT Singles division showcases nimble machines and daring rider moves. Fans who come for atmosphere will get it: the FMX performances, vendor areas, and the buzz of hometown supporters cheering the likes of Sweet and Tadman create a festival feel around race-day traditions.
How to attend or watch
Tickets for the Silver Dollar Short Track are available now through the series’ ticketing partner; spectators can secure entry and parking in advance to avoid race-day lines. Progressive American Flat Track also kicks off a California swing with the Memphis Shades Ventura Short Track at Ventura Raceway on April 25, giving fans multiple West Coast stops to follow the championship. For those who cannot make the trip to Chico, live coverage options and digital access keep remote audiences connected to every lap and feature.
Broadcast and streaming details
FloRacing is the primary live-streaming home for Progressive American Flat Track, offering subscriptions that provide live access to AFT events throughout the season, including the Silver Dollar weekend; FloSports viewers can visit the official link to subscribe or use the FloSports app on platforms such as iOS, Android, Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire and Chromecast. Select events will also receive broadcast treatment on FS1, with rider features, onboard cameras and curated packages; air dates and re-airs on FS2 will be announced by the network and posted to the series’ official schedule pages.
Why this appointment matters
Sweet’s role as Grand Marshal is symbolic and strategic: it celebrates a local champion whose racing résumé bolsters the event’s profile while shining a spotlight on a track he helps operate. The Silver Dollar Short Track weekend becomes more than a race—it’s a reunion of fans, regional talent and national series identity. Progressive American Flat Track, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, continues to position itself as the premier dirt track motorcycle championship in North America, and having a figure like Sweet front and center strengthens the bridge between grassroots communities and professional motorsports.
For event details, tickets and the full television and streaming schedule, visit the official Progressive American Flat Track pages. Whether attending in person for the FMX stunts and close-quarters oval action or watching via FloRacing and FS1, fans have multiple ways to experience the energy of Silver Dollar Speedway on May 2, 2026.