Dan Hicks

Dan Hicks, a stalwart in American sports broadcasting, has been a fixture at NBC Sports since 1992, contributing significantly to the network’s diverse sports coverage. Hicks began his journey in radio and later became a weekend sports anchor for KVOA, the NBC affiliate in Tucson. His career took an eastern turn in 1989 when he joined CNN in Atlanta as a sports reporter.

Hicks’s versatility is evident in his extensive roles at NBC. While he is widely recognized for his play-by-play commentary for golf, he made a seamless transition to the helm of Notre Dame football’s play-by-play commentary in 2013, succeeding Tom Hammond. Notably, he steered the ship during NFL Wildcard Saturday, calling the thrilling 2014 AFC Wildcard matchup, witnessing the Indianapolis Colts orchestrate the second-biggest comeback in NFL playoff history against the Kansas City Chiefs.

His expertise extends beyond the gridiron and fairways, as Hicks has also been a prominent figure in NBC’s coverage of the French Open tennis tournament since 2019. Over the years, he has been a play-by-play commentator for NBA on NBC and NFL on NBC, with a stint as a tower announcer for NBC’s golf coverage.

A key contributor to NBC’s Olympic Games coverage, Hicks has lent his voice to a variety of events. His memorable calls include the men’s 4×100 freestyle relay at the 2008 Summer Olympics, capturing the USA’s dramatic come-from-behind victory over France. Whether it’s the intensity of Olympic swimming or the strategic play on the golf course, Dan Hicks has proven himself as a versatile and seasoned sportscaster, earning the respect of audiences and colleagues alike.