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Dick Vitale
Richard John "Dick" Vitale ( born June 9, 1939), also known as "Dickie V", is an American basketball sportscaster. A former head coach in the college and professional ranks, he is well known as a college basketball broadcaster for ESPN. He is known for catchphrases such as "this is awesome baby" and "diaper dandy" (outstanding freshman player), as well as enthusiastic and colorful remarks he makes during games, and has authored nine books and appeared in several movies.
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1939-06-09
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Passaic,_New_Jersey
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Dick Vitale Names 2 Coaches Who Will Be 'All-Time Greats'

Steve Kerr just won his fourth NBA championship as a head coach. Jon Cooper still has a shot to win his third Stanley Cup in a row. According to Dick Vitale, the Golden State Warriors leader and the Tampa Bay Lightning head coach will "rank as all-time greats" when all is said and done.
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Look: Dick Vitale Has Special College World Series Shoutout

Link Jarrett has Notre Dame playing inspired baseball in pursuit of a national title. The Fighting Irish stunned the world by eliminating the top-seeded Tennessee Volunteers in the super regionals. Following their upset in the best-of-three series, they began their run at Omaha, Nebraska, with a 7-3 victory over No. 9 Texas on Friday.
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Dick Vitale Makes His Opinion On Marcus Freeman Very Clear

Like many other Notre Dame fans, ESPN college basketball announcer Dick Vitale is excited about Marcus Freeman. Since being hired as the new head coach of the Irish six months ago, Freeman has energized the fan base with a strong performance on the recruiting trail. He's also been a dynamic face of the program publicly.
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Dick Vitale picks his favorite NBA draft second-round sleepers

This year's crop of talent for the NBA draft is deep, and the teams with multiple selections should fare well. While the top picks in round one draw most of the attention, second-round picks can do more than just make a roster. Last season, the New Orleans Pelicans took Herbert...
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Sports World Is Celebrating Dick Vitale Today

2021 was a trying year for college basketball icon Dick Vitale. Numerous health issues forced him to take the year off from broadcasting games. But today is a special day for the man who coined the term "This is awesome baby!" Dickie V is celebrating his 83rd birthday today. "Thank...
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ESPN legend Dick Vitale reveals an important health update

The ESPN college basketball legend was scheduled for surgery Tuesday in Boston. But on Monday, Vitale tweeted a change in plans:. “I appreciate the concern by many of u over my vocal cord surgery being postponed . Will reschedule & will keep u updated. Like so many I tested positive for COVID- I feel fine / have been double boosted etc -symptoms r minimal . I’m following protocols .”
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Dick Vitale Reacts To College Basketball's Big Returns

Three college basketball stars will be returning to the sport next season, and Dick Vitale couldn't be more excited. Wednesday night was the deadline for college basketball players to withdraw their names from the NBA Draft consideration. Three notable players made such a decision. Gonzaga's Drew Timme, Kansas' Jalen Wilson...
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