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“I was never a 'homer', a broadcaster who cheers the home team. Some fans don't like that. But my job wasn't to cheer. My job was to broadcast the game.”

Quote by Curt Gowdy

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Curt Gowdy was a renowned American sportscaster, born on July 31, 1919, and passed away on February 20, 2006. He was known for his unique style of commentary and deep understanding of sports events. more

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