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Dick Vitale Faces Fifth Cancer Diagnosis, Begins Immunotherapy
sports1 month ago

Dick Vitale Faces Fifth Cancer Diagnosis, Begins Immunotherapy

Famed ESPN college basketball announcer Dick Vitale, 86, disclosed that biopsy results confirmed melanoma in the lung and liver, and he will start immunotherapy. This marks his fifth cancer diagnosis after previously beating melanoma, lymphoma, vocal-cord cancer and lymph-node cancer. He recently returned to ESPN ahead of March Madness 2025 and remains optimistic, while continuing his pediatric cancer fundraising, including the 21st Dick Vitale Gala on May 1 in Sarasota that aims to raise about $12 million; the gala has already raised more than $105 million for cancer research.

via NBC News|
#cancer#dick-vitale#espn
Dick Vitale faces fifth cancer battle, begins immunotherapy at 86
sports1 month ago

Dick Vitale faces fifth cancer battle, begins immunotherapy at 86

Famed ESPN college basketball broadcaster Dick Vitale has biopsy-confirmed melanoma in his lung and liver cavity and will begin immunotherapy. The 86-year-old is fighting his fifth cancer, after previously beating melanoma, lymphoma, vocal-cord cancer and cancerous lymph nodes; he remains upbeat, continues his ESPN work, and plans to raise funds for pediatric cancer research through his gala.

via CNN|
#college-basketball#dick-vitale#espn
Pat McAfee Apologizes for Offensive Comment About Caitlin Clark
sports2 years ago

Pat McAfee Apologizes for Offensive Comment About Caitlin Clark

Legendary broadcaster Dick Vitale has called for the WNBA to address excessive physical play following a controversial incident where rookie Caitlin Clark was targeted with a cheap shot by Chennedy Carter during a game. The debate has sparked divided opinions on whether the rough play is part of the game or if stronger player protection measures are needed. Vitale's comments have intensified the pressure on the WNBA commissioner to take action, potentially setting new standards for player safety in the league.

via Marca English|
#caitlin-clark#dick-vitale#physical-play
NBA Champion and Detroit Basketball Legend Earl Cureton Dies at 66
sports2 years ago

NBA Champion and Detroit Basketball Legend Earl Cureton Dies at 66

Earl Cureton, a former NBA champion and college star, passed away at the age of 66. Known as "Earl The Twirl," he had a successful career in basketball, playing for teams such as the Philadelphia 76ers, Detroit Pistons, Houston Rockets, Chicago Bulls, Charlotte Hornets, and Toronto Raptors. Cureton also played professionally in Europe and South America. He was a community ambassador for the Pistons and was scheduled to broadcast a game before his passing. His former teammates and the Pistons organization expressed their deep sadness and condolences.

via New York Post |
#basketball#detroit-pistons#dick-vitale
"ESPN Reveals Dick Vitale's Highly Anticipated 2023-24 Men's College Basketball Preseason All-America Teams"
sports2 years ago

"ESPN Reveals Dick Vitale's Highly Anticipated 2023-24 Men's College Basketball Preseason All-America Teams"

College basketball analyst Dick Vitale has released his preseason All-America teams for the 2023-24 season. The teams feature standout players such as Zach Edey from Purdue, Armando Bacot from North Carolina, Johni Broome from Auburn, Tyler Kolek from Marquette, and Boo Buie from Northwestern. Vitale highlights the roster shakeup in college basketball with many top scorers and players transferring, but he is excited to see the progress of young players and project the stars for the upcoming season.

via ESPN|
#college-basketball#dick-vitale#ncaa-basketball
"ESPN's Dick Vitale Battles Vocal Cord Cancer"
health2 years ago

"ESPN's Dick Vitale Battles Vocal Cord Cancer"

Legendary college basketball announcer Dick Vitale has announced that he has been diagnosed with vocal cord cancer, marking his third battle with cancer in two years. After receiving treatment for melanoma and lymphoma, Vitale will now undergo six weeks of radiation to treat the vocal cord cancer. Despite the diagnosis, the 84-year-old remains determined to be ready to commentate college basketball games for his 45th year on ESPN when the season begins in the fall. Vitale's health update coincides with the 2023 ESPY Awards, where he accepted the 2022 Jimmy V Award for Perseverance for his previous battles with cancer.

via USA TODAY|
#cancer-diagnosis#college-basketball#dick-vitale
Dick Vitale's Battle with Vocal Cord Cancer: Surgery, Radiation, and Updates
health2 years ago

Dick Vitale's Battle with Vocal Cord Cancer: Surgery, Radiation, and Updates

Longtime ESPN college basketball analyst Dick Vitale has announced that he has vocal cord cancer and will undergo six weeks of radiation treatment. The 84-year-old Hall of Famer, who previously battled melanoma and lymphoma, expressed his determination to fight the disease and be ready to call games when the college hoops season begins in the fall. Vitale has been with ESPN since its launch in 1979 and is known for his passionate commentary on college basketball.

via ESPN|
#college-basketball#dick-vitale#espn
"ESPN's Dick Vitale Battles Vocal Cord Cancer"
sports2 years ago

"ESPN's Dick Vitale Battles Vocal Cord Cancer"

Legendary ESPN college basketball announcer Dick Vitale has revealed that he has been diagnosed with vocal cord cancer, marking his third cancer diagnosis. Vitale, who previously battled melanoma and lymphoma, plans to undergo six weeks of radiation treatment and is determined to return to calling college basketball games for ESPN. The 84-year-old expressed gratitude for the support he has received and remains optimistic about being ready for the upcoming college hoops season. Vitale has been a prominent figure in college basketball broadcasting since 1979 and is considered one of the most iconic sports broadcasters.

via Yahoo Sports|
#cancer-diagnosis#college-basketball#dick-vitale