Talladega-Texaco Walk of Fame officials announced that Dr. Jerry Punch, lead announcer and host of ESPN/ABC sports coverage, will emcee the 2007 Induction Ceremony honoring Matt Kenseth and Terry Labonte. “I know how much my dear friend, the late Benny Parsons, loved being involved with this special evening,” Punch said. “I am extremely honored and privileged to be asked to emcee this event. I hope I can continue the passion that Benny brought to the induction ceremony; however, as we all know, there was only one Benny Parsons.” The Talladega-Texaco Walk of Fame in downtown Talladega is both a focal point saluting NASCAR’s greatest names and a tribute to one of racing’s brightest stars – the late Davey Allison. Developed in 1994, the Talladega-Texaco Walk of Fame has inducted one active driver and up to two inactive drivers since 1995 based on the fans’ vote chosen from a ballot of nominees selected by strict guidelines.(TSS PR)(9-18-2007)
