Dan Hicks, a veteran sports broadcaster who served as a voice for major events for over three decades, has died at 64.
His passing was confirmed on Nov. 11, according to Yahoo Sports.
Hicks was widely recognized for his work with NBC Sports, where he covered high-profile sports including Notre Dame football and golf.
He is also remembered for his iconic calls during the 2008 U.S. Open and Olympic swimming events, as noted by Golfweek.
Colleagues described him as a professional who knew exactly when to speak and when to remain silent during broadcasts.
In a personal reflection on his career, Eamon Lynch recalled a story about Hicks losing a microphone to Bob Hope during an early assignment.
Hicks had been warned by producer Tommy Roy, “Do not, under any circumstances, lose the microphone,” as reported by Yahoo Sports.
Despite the warning, Hope successfully took the microphone during a trophy presentation, a moment Hicks later recounted with humor.
Beyond his on-air success, Hicks was noted for his kindness and encouragement toward those working in the sports media industry.
He was frequently seen at the Payne Stewart Award dinner and was known for his storytelling, according to Golfweek.
The broadcaster maintained a reputation as a humble figure despite his significant stature in sports television.
His influence on the industry was profound, and he is remembered by peers for his sharp observations and generous personality.
Lynch described him as a “one-man tide intent on lifting all boats,” per Yahoo Sports and Golfweek.
His legacy remains defined by an admirable body of work that will continue to serve as a soundtrack for sports fans.
The sports world mourns the loss of a colleague who was described as a good hang by those who knew him best.