So yeah, I’ve definitely not been announcing for 21 years. There have been many better voices before me, but I was lucky enough to fill that spot since TD left.
When I was a Freshman during the 1998 season, Coach Robe called me down from the press box during a game and told me that he wanted an atmosphere. He told me to listen at how quiet it was in the stadium and how we needed to find a way to get people excited about the game.
So the next game I started with upgrading the music. And then throwing in funny (and annoying) sound effects I downloaded from random internet sites. And giving players the chance to have walk up music. And knowing when to blast music to keep the momentum on our side. It’s grown into what the “Tigue” is today.
It has been a fun ride. I grew up at that ballpark, beginning with serving as batboy for my brother’s American Legion team back in 1990. It wasn’t an easy decision but I’ll always be tuned in from wherever I am and will forever be a Cajun.
You will always be remembered for the role you performed.. Thanks and great job indeed!!
Fan atmosphere was great but lack of sound from the PA was very noticeable
Dont know if I'm hard of hearing or just getting old. In the old stadium, PA was way way to loud. This year, I cannot hear much of anything in the grandstand. Is that what you are referring to?
Dont know if I'm hard of hearing or just getting old. In the old stadium, PA was way way to loud. This year, I cannot hear much of anything in the grandstand. Is that what you are referring to?