Broadcast legend Dick Vitale returned to broadcast duties on Saturday and met a loud roar from Clemson fans at Little John Coliseum.
Vitale, who hasn't called the game in nearly two years, has returned to television for Clemson's home game with the second Duke.
The Hall of Fame broadcaster has been on hiatus since 2023 as he is battling four different types of cancer.
ESPN created a montage In the case of Vitale ahead of Saturday's game, he sent a special message at the end.
“I can't believe I'm going to call a game,” Vitale said in a message. “Thank you for all my colleagues, every message, every prayer.”
“In the case of cancer patients who may be listening, they are always positive and have faith,” Vitale added.
Vitale I was also seen taking photos Then he slams his fist with the fans in the Clemson student section.
Longtime ESPN analysts revealed about him A journey to combat cancer Alongside Dave O'Brien and Cory Alexander, there's a lot of emotion.
“I want to thank all of you. The reception is off the charts,” Vitale said, fighting back tears. “I can't say how excited I am to be here. This is like my Super Bowl.”
“We'll beat the hell of chemotherapy and radiation so we can sit on the court and play games.”
Vitale, 85, announced on January 8 that he was cancer-free, in addition to six months of chemotherapy and 65 radiation therapy.
His recent surgery was in the summer of 2024, following cancerous lymph nodes on his neck.
Vitale's return will take place 22 months after the game assigned to international broadcasting of UCONN vs. San Diego State Title Game on April 3, 2023.
He has been an ESPN broadcaster since the 1979-80 season and has called over 1,000 games during his illustrious career.
He was inducted into the College Basketball Hall of Fame in 2008 with Nicemith for his work behind Mike.
Vitale was scheduled to return to TV last month, but was delayed due to an accident at home.
