Tribute to Mike Patrick: Celebrated ESPN Announcer Passes Away at 80

Mike Patrick: A Legacy in Sports Broadcasting

Mike Patrick, a beloved figure in sports broadcasting and a renowned play-by-play announcer for ESPN, passed away on Sunday at the age of 80. He succumbed to natural causes, marking the end of a vibrant career that spanned more than three decades.

The announcement of his death was confirmed on Tuesday by Patrick’s physician, alongside the City of Clarksburg in West Virginia, where he spent his later years.

The Voice Behind Legendary Sports Moments

Patrick began his impressive career in broadcasting in 1982, quickly becoming the voice of ESPN’s