Don't get too excited. As far as I know, there has been no announcement of Bob Barry's retirement. But I don't think I am alone in suggesting it is time for Bob to pass the torch.
According to his bio., BBS has been calling OU sports since 1961. That is 48 frickin' years. While I certainly appreciate his contribution, I think anybody would be a little exhausted after that lengthy of a run. And exhaustion, with a hint of dementia, is what comes across during BBS's broadcasts.
BBS may be the biggest fan of OU athletes. He expresses awe in every call, grandfatherly pride in each interview. But I have no clue what is going on in the game when he does play-by-play. Listening to him is like watching a bad movie. The plot is lost in his disorienting jumps back and forward across time. Running Backs score touchdowns then end up down at the 20. Centers miraculously go from diving out of bounds at one end of the floor to instantly hanging on the rim on the other.
Mr. Barry's service to OU athletics is laudable. As his final gift, he should pass the microphone and enjoy his beloved sooners with the rest of the fans.
According to his bio., BBS has been calling OU sports since 1961. That is 48 frickin' years. While I certainly appreciate his contribution, I think anybody would be a little exhausted after that lengthy of a run. And exhaustion, with a hint of dementia, is what comes across during BBS's broadcasts.
BBS may be the biggest fan of OU athletes. He expresses awe in every call, grandfatherly pride in each interview. But I have no clue what is going on in the game when he does play-by-play. Listening to him is like watching a bad movie. The plot is lost in his disorienting jumps back and forward across time. Running Backs score touchdowns then end up down at the 20. Centers miraculously go from diving out of bounds at one end of the floor to instantly hanging on the rim on the other.
Mr. Barry's service to OU athletics is laudable. As his final gift, he should pass the microphone and enjoy his beloved sooners with the rest of the fans.
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