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NCAA BasketballDick Vitale reacts to massive Kim Mulkey contract extension with LSU women's basketball

LSU women’s basketball coach Kim Mulkey is set to become the highest-paid coach in women’s college basketball history. After leading LSU to its first national title in the sport, Mulkey is signing a 10-year contract worth $32 million, according to M.A. Voepel. Legendary college basketball broadcaster Dick Vitale said that Mulkey is worth every dollar […]

TennisDick Vitale's GOAT take on Novak Djokovic during US Open will fire up tennis fans

Dick Vitale has long been known for his catchy phrases when he covers college basketball games on ESPN. This time around, Vitale offered his take on 23-time Grand Slam winner and US Open semifinalist Novak Djokovic. “The @DjokerNole is the GOAT & ready for all challenges. Yes, he is a ‘WINNING MACHINE’! @ESPN App,” Vitale […]

NCAA Basketball'Pins and needles:' Dick Vitale shares crucial update on cancer treatment amid Hurricane Idalia scare

Dick Vitale is one of the most beloved NCAA basketball announcers in the history of the sport. The longtime ESPN personality is known for his infectious positivity as well as  his catch phrases including “That’s awesome, baby!” Vitale vowed to “fight like hell” after revealing a cancer diagnosis earlier this summer. Vitale became cancer-free last […]

NCAA Basketball'Plan to fight like hell': Dick Vitale makes bold vow after cancer revelation

ESPN college basketball analyst Dick Vitale revealed on Wednesday that he has vocal cord cancer, but the 84-year-old Hall of Famer made it clear he wouldn’t let it hold him back from calling college games later this year. “I’m sorry to share that I received tough news today from Dr. Zeitels about my throat. The […]

NCAA BasketballNate Oats' Brandon Miller decision vehemently condemned by Dick Vitale

Renowned college basketball analyst Dick Vitale has some fiery words for Alabama basketball head coach Nate Oats over the latter’s comment about Crimson Tide star forward Brandon Miller, whose name hit the headlines over a link to a murder case. Vitale took his incredulity to Twitter after learning that Alabama basketball still decided to make […]

TennisDick Vitale absolutely torches US Open for Nick Kyrgios' 'laughable' $14,000 fine

Nick Kyrgios saw his run at the US Open end in the quarterfinals on Tuesday night, losing to Karen Khachanov in five sets. Shortly after the match ended, the Aussie threw a temper tantrum and destroyed a pair of his racquets. The tournament punished him on Wednesday with a $14,000 fine. But according to legendary […]

NBADick Vitale shares cancer update that everyone will love

When it comes to sports, almost every news story or opinion is met with mixed reactions. However, this is one update that everybody will love. Famed ESPN sportscaster Dick Vitale revealed that he’s cancer free on Wednesday. “Dr Rick Brown just notified me with my results of my major Pet Scan & told me news […]

NCAA BasketballDick Vitale reacts to death of Pete Carril, mastermind of Princeton Offense

The college basketball world lost a legend on Monday when former Princeton Tigers head coach Pete Carril died at the age of 92. Carril’s family put out a statement through Princeton on Monday afternoon. “The Carril family is sad to report that Coach Peter J. Carril passed away peacefully this morning. We kindly ask that […]

NCAA BasketballDick Vitale completes his own March Madness championship with win over cancer

NCAA basketball just isn’t the same without Dick Vitale, however, the man, the myth, and the living legend made some noise on Thursday after announcing he’s defeated cancer. The March Madness tournament was missing Vitale, but maybe he returns next year? Dick Vitale posted his massive accomplishment on social media. The legendary analyst and announcer […]

NCAA BasketballDick Vitale shares bold prediction for Duke vs. North Carolina Final Four matchup

For the first time in March Madness history, the UNC Tar Heels and the Duke Blue Devils will face off against each other. Their Final Four matchup is momentous in many ways. A win by the Devils will give Coach K a chance at winning the tournament for the last time in his career, while […]

NCAA BasketballDick Vitale's heartfelt tribute to Mike Krzyzewski ahead of final game vs North Carolina

The end of an era in college basketball is near, as Saturday’s contest against the North Carolina Tar Heels will be the final game of Duke Blue Devils head coach Mike Krzyzewski’s coaching career. Krzyzewski’s final game has prompted many in the sports world to weigh in on the coach’s accomplished career. Iconic college basketball […]

NCAA BasketballDick Vitale drops truth bomb on Tom Izzo, Michigan State Spartans

The Michigan State Spartans are having a bit of a down year this year. Entering Tuesday, the Spartans were 9-6 in Big Ten play, and 18-8 overall. They traveled to Iowa to square off with the #25 ranked Hawkeyes and were handed a brutal 86-60 loss. After the game, ESPN college basketball announced and legend, […]

NCAA BasketballDick Vitale reveals 'optimistic' career goal after undergoing 'intense' surgery on vocal cords

Beloved college basketball sportscaster Dick Vitale had surgery in mid-February to address ulcerated lesions on his vocal cords, and he expects to be back in the booth for the 2022-2023 college basketball season. Vitale made a Facebook post on Wednesday to update the public and praise his medical team. He thanked Dr. Zeitels for performing […]

EditorialsDick Vitale's wife Lorraine McGrath

Dick Vitale is a former high school, college, and NBA head coach, and is now one of the most well-respected and iconic basketball broadcasters around. He has been calling high school and college basketball games for more than 41 years and has amassed numerous awards and accolades, including getting inducted into the Basketball and College […]

NBADick Vitale’s net worth in 2022

Dick Vitale is a tenured basketball sportscaster. He has been in the business for 41 years and he has also served as a head coach in the college and the professional ranks. In this article, however, we will take a look at Dick Vitale’s net worth in 2022. Net Worth $20 million Age 82 Salary […]

Tampa Bay BuccaneersDick Vitale has epic reaction to Tom Brady signing with Buccaneers

Tom Brady has officially signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. There are a lot of mixed emotions going around the football world. Obviously, New England Patriots fans are devastated to see their long-time superstar quarterback head to a new team. Meanwhile, most Buccaneers fans are excited to have him. Fans around the league are happy […]

New Orleans PelicansDick Vitale either scooped a trade involving Pelicans, Pacers, Hawks or got duped by a Bill Simmons tweet

ESPN college basketball analyst Dick Vitale either scooped a trade involving the New Orleans Pelicans, Indiana Pacers and Atlanta Hawks, or got duped by a trade proposal tweet from The Ringer’s Bill Simmons. It’s draft day in the NBA, so let’s get weird, right? Vitale likely misread Simmons’ tweet, but it doesn’t change the fact […]

Golden State WarriorsAndre Iguodala recalls getting long overdue apology from Dick Vitale

Golden State Warriors forward Andre Iguodala recalled the time he received an apology from college basketball staple Dick Vitale, one he had long awaited and somehow fell into his lap by a mystery of the universe. Back in 2004, Iguodala was a highly-touted prospect coming out of Arizona, but Vitale didn’t think it warranted being […]

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