Bayley Currey - Fresh From Florida 250 Race Preview
Event: Fresh From Florida 250 (100 laps / 250 miles)
Round: 1 of 25 (Regular Season Opener)
Track: Daytona International Speedway
Location: Daytona Beach, Florida
Date & Time: Friday, February 14th | 7:30 PM ET
Tune-In: FOX Sports 1 | Motor Racing Network (MRN) | Sirius XM Ch. 90
Team Stats & Notes
- 10th Season Celebration: 2025 marks Niece Motorsports' 10th consecutive season competing in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series. Starting in Daytona, all of the team's race trucks will carry special decals commemorating the milestone. Social media content and merchandise will be centered around the campaign in forthcoming weeks.
- Niece Motorsports Daytona Stats: Niece drivers have made a combined 20 starts for the organization at Daytona International Speedway. Historically, the team runs well at this track, having posted four top-fives and eight top-10s over the years, including a best result of third with Ross Chastain in 2019. Last year, Bayley Currey was the highest-performing team driver finishing in 13th-place.
No. 44 Masked Owl Technologies / DQS Chevrolet Silverado RST
Driver: Bayley Currey | Crew Chief: Wally Rogers
- On the Box: As one of the most experienced crew chiefs in the NCTS garage, Wally Rogers has spent over 30 years dedicating his life to the sport. Rogers will oversee the No. 44 Chevrolet Silverado RST this year. Born in New Jersey, Rogers began his career as a mechanic in the IROC Series, later joining Andy Petree Racing in 1996. From there, he spent time at Evans Racing, Kevin Harvick Incorporated, Evernham Motorsports, Richard Petty Motorsports, Levine-Family Racing, GoFAS Racing, Tri-Star Motorsports, All-Out Motorsports, and Jordan Anderson Racing, before joining Niece in 2020.
An avid outdoorsman, Rogers enjoys hunting and camping on his weeks off. The 52-year-old lives in Lexington, North Carolina, with his girlfriend, Marlene. Rogers is a father of twin daughters, Cali (19), and Emma (19).
- On the Roof: One of Niece Motorsports' original drivers, TJ Bell, will spot for the No. 44 team this season. After completing his driving career, he transitioned into the spotting role. Last year, Bell worked with the No. 45 team, and recently picked up a LMP2 class win at the 24 Hours of Daytona with United Autosports.
- Currey's Daytona Stats: Bayley Currey made his first NCTS start at Daytona International Speedway last February. Rolling off from the ninth position in qualifying, his No. 41 Silverado finished 13th on that day. Currey has also made four NXS starts at Daytona, posting a best result of 20th in the 2022 season opener.
- Rogers' Daytona Stats: Wally Rogers has called five NCTS races held at Daytona International Speedway since 2004, when he made his first series start. Rogers has built some considerably fast trucks in the draft, toting two top-fives including a second-place finish with Jordan Anderson in 2020. Rogers is a two-time winner in the Xfinity Series at this track, having visited victory lane with Randy LaJoie in 2001 and Tony Stewart in 2006. He's also made eight Cup Series starts, finishing as high as seventh.
- On the Truck: Currey's No. 44 Chevrolet Silverado RST will race with support from Masked Owl Technologies and DQS Solutions & Staffing.
- Previewing 2025: After completing his first full-time season driving the No. 41 Chevrolet last year, Currey returns to Niece Motorsports with the No. 44 team. As the highest-finishing team driver in points in 2024 (18th), Currey looks to parlay his momentum to produce breakout runs heading into the new year.
- Tying the Knot: On January 11th, Currey married his fiancée, Lexie, in the picturesque snowfall of Cleveland, North Carolina surrounded by family, friends, and teammates. Following the ceremony, the newlyweds traveled to Saint Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands for a memorable, week-long honeymoon.
- Bayley on Ice: Two weeks ago, Currey traveled to Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan, for his first experience attending the I-500. Through sub-zero temperatures in a rigid climate, the driver helped bridge the gap between stock car and snowmobile racing. He drove the team's Dirt Super Late Model around as the pace car for the iconic race that was put on by Owosso Speedway and Precision Vehicle Logistics.
- Quoting Currey: With how well your truck ran in last year's race, do you think you'll try to stay up front again this time?
“For sure, that’s got to be my game plan. It was a blast to be up front pushing the leaders last year, and I think we’ll have the truck to do it again this time. Our trucks always seem to qualify and race pretty well at the super speedways and everyone in the shop has been pouring their hearts into these pieces ever since we came back home from Phoenix last year. I’m hungry and really want to make everyone proud at Masked Owl, DQS, and Niece Motorsports.”
About Niece Motorsports: Niece Motorsports is a professional auto racing team founded by United States Marine Corps Veteran Al Niece. In 2025, the team celebrates its 10th consecutive season competing in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series (NCTS) where it fields the Nos. 41, 42, 44 and 45. Since its founding in 2016, Niece Motorsports has garnered nine wins, 50+ top-fives, 100+ top-10s, 190+ top-15 finishes and made five playoff appearances. At its 80,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Salisbury, NC, Niece Motorsports is a trusted build shop for the Chevrolet Silverados of multiple NCTS teams as well as a customizable fabrication shop for any manufacturing needs.
Follow the Team: To keep up to date with the latest team news, visit niecemotorsports.com or connect on Facebook and Instagram (@NieceMotorsports) as well as X (@NieceMotorsport).
About Masked Owl Technologies: Masked Owl Technologies (MOT) is an industrial solutions integrator specializing in developing customized automation and controls processes. They take a consulting-based approach to identify the root cause of system challenges and incorporate tested, emerging technology into industrial solutions that mitigate risk and solve complex problems, the first time.
About DQS Solutions & Staffing: Guided by a mission to achieve excellence and adaptability, DQS partners with clients to create custom solutions that address unique business challenges. Recognized as Michigan’s fastest-growing company and #22 in the nation on the Inc. 5000 list, DQS drives industry growth while giving back through its nonprofit, Foundation for Pops, and partnerships like the River Rouge School District.
