Ken de la Bastide: ASA name returns to national Stars tour

Dec. 13—Up until its demise following the 2005 season, the Pendleton-based American Speed Association was considered the premier short track pavement series in the U.S. Founded by Anderson resident Rex Robbins, the American Speed Association helped develop the talent of many drivers who made their mark on NASCAR such as Alan Kulwicki, Mark Martin, Rusty Wallace, Jimmie Johnson, Kyle Busch and …