"We're fifth in points but I feel like we're a championship caliber team," Welch said. "We just haven't gotten on one of those streaks that I know we're capable of."

The 14 year old Welch will race his Kenyon Midget at Mt. Lawn Speedway near New Castle on Wednesday, and then circle the quarter-mile high-banked oval at Anderson Speedway on Friday night

Welch had a shot a winning at Mt. Lawn the last time the track hosted the series but while running second, he tangled with race leader Jeff Wimmenauer and had to settle for sixth.

"I really like Mt. Lawn and believe we're as good there as anyone," Welch said.

Welch also likes his chances in Friday night's show at Anderson.

"It's a one-groove track so it's all about where you start," Welch said. "But we were second there earlier this year and my car was great there last week, so I'll be ready."