Sports

Taylor Swift Narrates Team USA Figure Skating Olympic Promo

By Virginia Welch. Published on: February 17, 2026

As anticipation builds for the upcoming Winter Olympics, NBC has unveiled a new hype video spotlighting Team USA’s figure skating squad — and the voice guiding the emotional montage belongs to Taylor Swift. The pop superstar lends her narration to the promo, adding a layer of cultural resonance to one of the Games’ most artistically […]

NBC Revives Jim Fagan’s Iconic NBA Voice Through AI for 2025 Season Broadcasts

By Danielle Famble. Published on: May 20, 2025

In a striking blend of nostalgia and innovation, NBC has announced it will bring back the legendary voice of Jim Fagan—using artificial intelligence. The late broadcaster, best known for his work as the signature voice of NBA on NBC during the 1990s and early 2000s, will return posthumously through AI-generated narration as the network reclaims […]

Mike Lange, Legendary Pittsburgh Penguins Broadcaster, Dies at 76

By Ashley Bryant. Published on: February 21, 2025

The world of hockey lost one of its most celebrated voices when Mike Lange, who served as the play-by-play broadcaster for the Pittsburgh Penguins for nearly 50 years, died at the age of 76. Known for an inimitable style filled with trademark catchphrases and boundless enthusiasm, Lange transcended ordinary commentary. Over decades in the booth, […]

Greg Sharpe, Nebraska’s Iconic Play-by-Play Voice, Dies at 61

By Lori Wild. Published on: February 17, 2025

Greg Sharpe, a mainstay of Nebraska sports broadcasting, has died at the age of 61. News of his passing sent shockwaves throughout the Cornhusker community, as fans and colleagues reflected on his decades of dedication and the resonant voice that echoed over the airwaves. According to reports from Huskers Illustrated, ESPN, and Sports Illustrated, Sharpe […]

KNBR’s New Voice Cast: Shifting the Radio Landscape in the Bay Area

By Danielle Famble. Published on: January 30, 2025

San Francisco’s KNBR has long served as the beating heart of Bay Area sports radio, connecting fans to the highs and lows of local teams. Whenever a major league game day rolls around, countless listeners tune in for commentary, insider analysis, and a dash of good-natured banter. Now, KNBR is introducing a new voice cast—a […]

NBA Coverage in 2025: Mike Tirico Takes the Lead at NBC

By Leah Arscottt. Published on: January 29, 2025

The upcoming 2025 NBA season is already shaping up to be a significant milestone in sports broadcasting, particularly for NBC. After rumors and discussions, it’s confirmed that Mike Tirico will helm the network’s lead play-by-play duties for NBA games. Below, we delve into how this new era of NBA coverage came about, the impact of […]

Voice Over in Sports: The Voices Behind the Action

By Kate Marcin. Published on: June 7, 2024

In sports, the excitement and drama of the game are often enhanced by the voices that bring the action to life. These voices, belonging to sports commentators and announcers, play a crucial role in shaping our experience of watching sports. They provide context, build suspense, and deliver memorable catchphrases that become part of the cultural […]