Barney Hall | |
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.jpg) Hall in 2011 | |
| Born | Barney Hall June 24, 1932 Elkin, North Carolina, U.S. |
| Died | January 26, 2016 (aged 83) |
| Occupation | Sports commentator |
| Employer | Motor Racing Network |
| Spouse |
Karen Carrier (m. 1981) |
Barney Hall[1] (June 24, 1932 – January 26, 2016) was an American sports commentator for Motor Racing Network, formerly calling NASCAR races. Hall broadcast races for over 50 years.[2] Hall is considered one of the best NASCAR commentators of all-time.[3] MRN director David Hyatt stated, "Motor Racing Network is 'The Voice of NASCAR' and Barney Hall is the voice of MRN."[4]
- ^ Beard, Brock (2018-07-15). J. D.: The Life and Death of a Forgotten NASCAR Legend. Waldorf Publishing. ISBN 978-1-64136-980-0.
- ^ Aumann, Mark (April 24, 2007). "10 Questions: Barney Hall". NASCAR.com. Turner Sports Interactive, Inc. Archived from the original on September 30, 2007. Retrieved January 15, 2013.
- ^ Caldwell, Clayton (May 14, 2009). "NASCAR's 10 Best Broadcasters of All Time". BleacherReport.com. Bleacher Report, Inc. Retrieved January 15, 2013.
- ^ "Barney Hall Rejoins MRN at Martinsville". MRN.com. Motor Racing Network. March 28, 2012. Archived from the original on August 10, 2014. Retrieved January 15, 2013.