Dick Vitale College coach

Richard John "Dick" Vitale (/vaɪˈtæl/; 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. He is known for catchphrases such as "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.

Personal facts

Dick Vitale
Alias (AKA)Vitale Richard John
Birth dateJune 09, 1939
Birth place
Passaic New Jersey

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Coach

coached team
Garfield High School (New Jersey)
University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit Pistons
Rutgers University
East Rutherford New Jersey
overall record
NBA: 34–60
NCAA: 79–29

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Dick Vitale on Wikipedia

External resources

  1. http://espn.go.com/dickvitale/vfile
  2. http://www.dickvitaleonline.com