Austin raced at Union County Speedway in Buffalo, SC Friday May 22, 2009. This was Austin’s first time racing at the track. Austin finished 2nd. The Photo is from Union County. A larger photo is in Austin's photo gallery.

On Saturday night May 23, 2009 Austin raced at Travelers Rest Speedway where he finished 4th. Austin is currently in 10^th place in the points standings at Travelers Rest.