Jim Simpson facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Jim Simpson
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| Born | December 20, 1927 |
| Died | January 13, 2016 (aged 88) |
| Occupation | sportscaster |
| Years active | 1960s–1990s? |
| Awards | Sports Lifetime Achievement Award (1997) NSSA Hall of Fame (2000) |
Jim Simpson (born December 20, 1927 – died January 13, 2016) was a famous American sportscaster. A sportscaster is someone who describes sports events on TV or radio. Jim Simpson was known for his exciting play-by-play commentary. He worked for big TV networks like NBC Sports and later ESPN. He even called local baseball games for the Baltimore Orioles in 1988.
In 1997, Jim Simpson received the Sports Lifetime Achievement Award. This award honors people who have had a long and successful career in sports. In 2000, he was added to the National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Association Hall of Fame. This means he was recognized as one of the best sportscasters ever.
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Jim Simpson's Career at NBC
Jim Simpson spent many years working for NBC. He covered a wide variety of sports for the network. He helped viewers feel like they were right there in the action.
Major Events and Sports Covered
At NBC, Jim Simpson called some very important sports events. He was a key voice for many popular sports.
- 1966 World Cup: He covered this huge international soccer tournament.
- Super Bowl I: He was part of the team that called the very first Super Bowl. This is the championship game of American football.
- American Football League and National Football League: He regularly covered professional football games.
- College Basketball: He brought the excitement of college hoops to fans.
- College Football/Notre Dame Football: He was a familiar voice for college football, especially games involving the famous Notre Dame team.
- National Hockey League: He also covered professional ice hockey.
- Tennis: He called many tennis matches.
- Major League Baseball: He described the action from baseball games.
- Golf: He covered major golf tournaments.
Jim Simpson's Time at ESPN
After his time at NBC, Jim Simpson joined ESPN. This network is famous for showing sports all the time. He continued to share his talent with sports fans.
Sports He Covered for ESPN
At ESPN, Jim Simpson continued to cover many different sports. He helped make ESPN a popular channel for sports lovers.
- College football: He continued to call exciting college football games.
- College basketball: He also covered college basketball for ESPN.
- United States Football League: He called games for this professional football league.
- College baseball: He brought college baseball games to viewers.
- National Basketball Association: He also covered professional basketball games.
