{
  "id": 19667948,
  "title": "Dan Hicks best calls of his incredible career, including iconic Tiger putt",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/12/dan-hicks-best-calls-of-his-incredible-career-including-iconic-tiger",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-12T15:31:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/dan-hicks-best-calls-incredible-153152217.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Dan Hicks was a renowned sports announcer known for his distinctive voice and ability to deliver memorable calls during significant events. Over a career spanning nearly four decades, he worked for NBC Sports for 34 years, calling everything from Notre Dame games to Olympic events and PGA Tour tournaments. On Thursday, it was announced that Hicks had passed away at the age of 64, leaving behind a legacy of exceptional broadcasting. Fans are now reflecting on some of his most iconic calls, which showcased his talent for capturing the excitement of the moments he covered.\n\nOne of the most celebrated calls from Hicks' career was his iconic 2008 U.S. Open call of Tiger Woods' crucial putt. This moment, where Woods found himself in a playoff with Rocco Mediate at Torrey Pines, was made even more dramatic by Hicks' precise and engaging description of the putt. Another unforgettable moment was his call of the U.S. men's relay comeback during the 2008 Olympic Games, featuring Michael Phelps and Jason Lezak. This relay event, which showcased the perseverance and teamwork of the American swimmers, was perfectly captured by Hicks' enthusiastic and masterful commentary.\n\nHicks' ability to convey the intensity and drama of sporting events was also evident in his call of the exhilarating Nelly Korda win at the 2026 Women's U.S. Open. Korda's victory at Riviera was hailed as one of the greatest in golf, and Hicks' call perfectly encapsulated the triumph and emotion of the moment. Additionally, Hicks' coverage of the 2014 Indianapolis Colts playoff comeback against the Kansas City Chiefs is remembered for its ability to convey the team's determination and the electrifying atmosphere of the game. His calls consistently brought the excitement of the sporting events he covered to life, making him a beloved figure among fans and colleagues alike.",
  "summary": "As the world mourns the death of NBC's Dan Hicks, here are some of his most iconic calls.",
  "key_points": [
    "Dan Hicks, renowned sports announcer, passed away at 64",
    "Iconic 2008 U.S. Open call of Tiger Woods' playoff-winning putt",
    "Captured Olympic relay comeback and Nelly Korda's Women's U.S. Open win"
  ],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}