Dick Vitale ‘full speed ahead’ at ESPN despite health battle
Legendary broadcaster Dick Vitale opened up on his plans for the upcoming college basketball season.
Legendary college basketball broadcaster Dick Vitale, currently undergoing his fifth cancer treatment in the last six years, remains committed to his schedule at ESPN. In a recent conversation with Jay Heater of the East County Observer, Vitale expressed his determination to stay "full speed ahead" despite his health battle. The longtime analyst has recently undergone regular immunotherapy treatments, but recently participated in a speaking engagement, demonstrating he still possesses a powerful voice.
Entering his 47th year at ESPN, Vitale is under contract through the 2027-28 college basketball season. Despite the challenges of battling cancer, Vitale emphasizes the importance of maintaining positivity and staying active. He advises against staying in bed and doing nothing, as it can worsen the condition. Vitale firmly believes that if one does not have the energy and enthusiasm, they should not accept any project.
His next announcing duty is set for Nov. 27 at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina, where he will call the North Carolina-West Virginia game during the Dick Vitale Invitational.
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