Lindsey Nelson

Announcer, Award Winner

1919 – 1995

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Who was Lindsey Nelson?

Lindsey Nelson was an American sportscaster best known for his broadcasts of college football and New York Mets baseball. He spent 17 years with the New York Mets and three years with the San Francisco Giants. For 33 years Nelson covered college football, including 26 Cotton Bowls, five Sugar Bowls, four Rose Bowls, and 14 years announcing Notre Dame games. He is in 13 separate Halls of Fame. Fans remember a talented broadcaster, an expert storyteller, and a true sports enthusiast. From his colorful jackets to his equally colorful broadcasts, Nelson established himself as one of the industry's leading sportscasters.

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Born
May 25, 1919
Campbellsville
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Nationality
  • United States of America
Profession
Lived in
  • Knoxville
  • Atlanta
Died
Jun 10, 1995
Atlanta

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on July 23, 2013

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