Bob Valvano, a prominent figure in the world of college basketball and sports broadcasting, has left an indelible mark on the industry through his coaching prowess and engaging commentary. Currently based in Louisville, Kentucky, Valvano serves as the lead game analyst for ESPNRadio during the college basketball season and occasionally for ESPNU.
Valvano’s coaching journey began at Hofstra University, where he spent three years as an assistant to head coach Dick Berg. In 1988, he took his expertise overseas, coaching the Alvik Professional Basketball Club in Sweden. In 1994, he returned to the United States to assume the head coaching position at Bellarmine University. Under his guidance, the team experienced a remarkable improvement over four consecutive years, achieving back-to-back winning seasons with records of 16–11 and 17–10 in his last two years.
In addition to his on-court success, Valvano has become a respected voice in sports broadcasting. Hosting the daily radio show “The V Show” on ESPN680 in Louisville from noon until 3 on weekdays, he engages audiences with his insights and analysis. Valvano’s contributions to the field were acknowledged when he was named the National Sportsradio Voice of the Year by SI’s Richard Deitsch in 2012, and he was honored as the Kentucky Sportscaster of the Year in 2016. With a career spanning coaching, international experience, and acclaimed broadcasting, Bob Valvano continues to be a celebrated figure in the sports world.