What won the race: Regaining the lead from Scott James on lap 21 after leading the first 10 circuits, polesitter Josh Rice of Verona, Ky., captured $5,000 at Florence Speedway on Saturday. He took the checkers ahead of Tyler Erb and Scott James.

Quotable: “I thought I gave it away there,” Rice said. “I think I was being a little too easy. … man, this thing’s been awesome. We replaced a bunch of parts and I think it’s good to go again. This thing was good all night. I’ve gotta thank dad — that was so cool starting on the front row with him."

Key notes: Rice shot into the lead on the opening lap and led the first 10 circuits until James snuck past amid lapped-traffic to steal the spot. … Fifth-starting Tyler Erb of New Waverly, Texas, finished second after challenging for the lead multiple times throughout the 40-lapper. … Tyler Carpenter retired running fifth with four laps remaining. ... Austyn Mills and Robby Hensley, who recovered to finish fifth, tangled in turn two early in the feature. ... Six cars were involved in a turn-one pileup on the ensuing restart. ... Former Florence standout Jerry Rice, father of Josh, pulled off on lap 31. … Saturday’s race is part of a busy schedule of Super Late Model racing at Florence in 2021 with more than 10 special events planned for the division throughout the season. ... Brandon Green won the modified feature.

On the move: Jason Jameson of Lawrenceburg, Ind., started 15th and finished eighth.

Winner's sponsors: Rice’s Rocket Chassis is powered by a Jay Dickens Racing Engine and sponsored by Sunesis Construction, Rice Brothers Racing, Extreme Sportswear, Brucebilt Performance, Integra and Valvoline.

Points chase: Florence’s points season begins April 3.

Current weather: Overcast Light Rain Mist, 54°F

Car count: 23

Polesitter: Josh Rice

Heat race winners: Josh Rice, Scott James, Tyler Erb