We found 2 episodes of Off The Dome Radio with the tag “announcing”.
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Episode 82: Joe Gentry, Former Voice of the Butler Bulldogs Men's Basketball Team and Director of Sales at Butler University
Episode | September 5th, 2019 | 1 hr 16 secs
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Joe Gentry is the Director of Sales at Butler University and the former play-by-play voice for the Butler Bulldogs basketball team from 2006-2010.
In this interview, Joe describes his experience covering the basketball team during its 2010 National Championship title run. He also discusses his professional journey, beginning at the radio station in Lafayette and working his way up to calling games at Hinkle. He provides valuable advice to those building a career in broadcasting and announcing, and offers a unique glimpse into Butler University's process of reaching the national stage and garnering worldwide attention.
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Episode 79: Brendan King, Play-By-Play Announcer for the South Bend Cubs
Episode | August 22nd, 2019 | 39 mins 50 secs
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Brendan "BK" King (@bkingsports) is a play-by-play announcer for the South Bend Cubs, a minor league affiliate for the MLB's Chicago Cubs. Brendan graduated with a journalism degree from Butler University, where he was the lead student voice for Butler Athletics. He has also served as the voice for the Orleans Firebirds of the Cape Cod League and the Boise Hawks, a minor league team for the Colorado Rockies.
In this interview, BK talks about his journey as a sports announcer, how he perfects his craft on a daily basis, and the importance of lifelong learning and preparation.