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Ian Eagle on NBA Announcing, Being a Comedian's Son, First-Game Flop Sweat, and Going 10 Years Without a Mistake

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How to Be a Professional Announcer

When i wanted to be a professional announcer from college to the professional ranks, i just didn't want anyone to question what they were hearing. That's the first step. Is you're in your car listening to a news astor a sports caster, a play by play announcer. If your first reaction is, oh, um, this doesn't feel right, that person doesn't belong there. And ultimately, for me, it was about getting to a consistent level where i could rely on my instincts,. I knew how to adjust. Give the ensia tournament, look, the stakes are really high. You can feel the sense of urgency, and it's your job to deliver that to the

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