Fred McLeod facts for kids

Fred McLeod was a well-known American sportscaster. He was famous for calling games for the Cleveland Cavaliers, a professional basketball team in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He also worked for the Detroit Pistons, another NBA team.

Early Career in Sports Broadcasting

Fred McLeod began his career in sports broadcasting by covering high school sports. He called many high school football and basketball games for Fox Sports Detroit. This early experience helped him develop his skills as a play-by-play announcer.

Working as a Sports Anchor

Besides calling games, Fred McLeod also worked as a sports anchor. He was a weekend sports anchor for WDIV-TV. He also hosted a show called "Sports Final Edition." These roles allowed him to share sports news and highlights with viewers.

Calling Major League Baseball Games

Fred McLeod's talent extended to baseball as well. He called games for several Major League Baseball (MLB) teams. These included the Detroit Tigers, the Cleveland Indians (now the Cleveland Guardians), and the Oakland Athletics. His voice became familiar to many baseball fans.

Television Stations Fred McLeod Worked For

Throughout his career, Fred McLeod worked at various television stations across the United States. He served as a sports anchor for KQTV-TV, WSTV-TV, and KPIX-TV. Each of these roles helped him build a strong career in sports media.

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  Fred McLeod and Harry Vardon at the 1913 U.S. Open

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  1913 U.S. Open