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From Old Dominion Speedway PR:
Reds Kagle, one of only two 5-time track champions at the famed 3/8 mile oval, passed away on Monday, August 29th. Kagle, who had hundreds of wins up and down the East Coast during his career, passed away quietly after a brief illness.
Born on April 20, 1932, Kagle began competing in the Grand National Division (now Sprint Cup) in 1954, competing in one event that season. Sixty-four entries started that event, and Kagle came home 17th driving a Studebaker. His purse for that day was $175.00. His career continued until 1961, when he competed in just 3 events that season. His Grand National career totals included 25 starts, 3 top 5’s, and 9 top 10’s. 1958 was his best season as a driver, finishing in the top 5 twice and scoring 7 top 10’s in 14 events.
But Kagle will better be remembered as one of the best there ever was on the short tracks, battling legends like Roy Hendrick, Jack Bland, and Bobby Ballentine on his way to several wins and track championships throughout his storied career.
Arrangements are TBD at this time.
Reds Kagle, one of only two 5-time track champions at the famed 3/8 mile oval, passed away on Monday, August 29th. Kagle, who had hundreds of wins up and down the East Coast during his career, passed away quietly after a brief illness.
Born on April 20, 1932, Kagle began competing in the Grand National Division (now Sprint Cup) in 1954, competing in one event that season. Sixty-four entries started that event, and Kagle came home 17th driving a Studebaker. His purse for that day was $175.00. His career continued until 1961, when he competed in just 3 events that season. His Grand National career totals included 25 starts, 3 top 5’s, and 9 top 10’s. 1958 was his best season as a driver, finishing in the top 5 twice and scoring 7 top 10’s in 14 events.
But Kagle will better be remembered as one of the best there ever was on the short tracks, battling legends like Roy Hendrick, Jack Bland, and Bobby Ballentine on his way to several wins and track championships throughout his storied career.
Arrangements are TBD at this time.