Corporate Maximize the impact of revenue generating efforts and leverage the power of sports. Required fields are marked *. I wrote up a script and Matt was gracious enough record it that same day. Sign up now! Sign up for the Badgers Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. Paul Allen is a complete homer, but he is an affable guy and very collegial when it comes to other broadcasters. In football, he has seen multiple Rose Bowl wins, Ron Dayne break the NCAA rushing record and Melvin Gordon amass 408 rush yards in one game. For questions or comments about our programming, contact WPR’s Audience Services at 1-800-747-7444, email to listener@wpr.org or use our Listener Feedback form. Me being me, I thought, lets take this up a notch and have Matt Lepay, the radio voice of your Wisconsin Badgers record a special message for Badgers fans all across the country. With those impressive seasons came iconic plays, and Lepay has witnessed his share, to say the least. Lepay joined WIBA Radio in Madison in 1994 after a stint as sports director at WTSO Radio (also in Madison). Coan set an incredible pace for Read…. MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- The Milwaukee Brewers announced Thursday, July 16, the 2020 60-game regular-season broadcast schedule, which includes every game broadcast on both television and radio.All 60 ga View Bio “ "Sport has the power to change the world. Radio: 1310 AM and 101.5 FM, with Matt Lepay and Mike Lucas : From Barry to Bo: Broadcasting the Badgers from the Best Seat in the House" He has earned Wisconsin Sportscaster of the Year ten times, including the last two years. TV: ESPN, with Bob Wischusen and Dick Vitale (above) Radio: 1310 AM and 101.5 FM, with Matt Lepay and Mike Lucas. The award is presented … Up in the Camp Randall Stadium broadcast booth, play-by-play man Matt Lepay and color commentator Mike Lucas were busy calling their first game together for local radio … Where to listen: Badger Sports Network on the iHeartRadio app or Sirius Satellite Radio 196. Where to listen: Badger Sports Network on the iHeartRadio app or Sirius Satellite Radio 84. Matt Lepay will join the Brewers' broadcast team on FOX Sports Wisconsin this season. But since 1993, the Wisconsin basketball and/or football team has finished with a winning record in every season. NumenLumen. MADISON, Wis. — At age 52, Matt Lepay likes to say he feels like the oldest rookie in broadcasting right now. Announcers: Play-by-Play: Matt Lepay; Analyst: Mike Lucas; Share this article 169 shares share tweet text email link Like this article? Much of Matt Lepay’s new book, "Why Not Wisconsin? Matt Lepay enters his seventh season with the Brewers calling play-by-play after joining the FOX Sports Wisconsin team in January 2014. Madison's home for the latest in Wisconsin sports, including the Wisconsin Badgers, Green Bay Packers, Milwaukee Brewers, Milwaukee Bucks, and NASCAR. Up in the Camp Randall Stadium broadcast booth, play-by-play man Matt Lepay and color commentator Mike Lucas were busy calling their first game together for local radio station WIBA. Matt Lepay enters his seventh season with the Brewers calling play-by-play after joining the FOX Sports Wisconsin team in January 2014. For the first time since 1994, the Voice of the Badgers will be muted in the fall. Since 1988, Lepay has been the radio voice for the Wisconsin Badgers men's basketball team, and since 1994, the voice of the Wisconsin Badgers football team. He thinks the Pack's Wayne Larrivee (sp?) “Matt is obviously a knowledgeable sports mind and a professional who has established a strong connection with fans across the state of Wisconsin,” said Mike Dimond, Senior Vice President and General Manager for FOX Sports Wisconsin. TV: ESPN, with Bob Wischusen and Dick Vitale (above) Radio: 1310 AM and 101.5 FM, with Matt Lepay and Mike Lucas. Lepay does play-by-play for Badgers' football and basketball. With his passion and excitement for Wisconsin sports and sports broadcasting, Lepay has become a Wisconsin sports icon — even despite his Ohio roots. Post Oct 02, 2009 #1 2009-10-02T14:35. matt lepay, radio voice of the badgers joins chris and marques to talk badger hoops As a long-time broadcast engineer for iHeart Radio in Madison, he's spent the last two decades sitting in press boxes coast-to-coast making sure Badgers fans can hear, loud and clear, the familiar stylings of Matt Lepay and Mike Lucas. Lepay said he first had ambitions to become a broadcaster when he was youngster growing up in Ohio listening to Al Michaels call Cincinnati Reds games on radio. Right now, it’s probably football. 6 posts Matt Lepay on Twin Cities sports radio Matt Lepay on Twin Cities sports radio. Matt Lepay: Helped put together a student broadcast team for Ohio State University hockey and baseball. Matt Lepay, also known as The Voice of the Badgers, is an American sportscaster. Tweets by @uwbadgers. The network is expected to release a spring training broadcast schedule in … Hired by WNCI Radio in Columbus, where I did some news and sports anchoring. With Lepay’s knowledge and analysis of multiple sports at this point in his career, it comes as no surprise that he doesn’t have a favorite, since it changes depending on the time of year. Matt Lepay (born March 9, 1962) is an American sportscaster. He … If you asked me that question in the middle of January, I would tell you basketball is my favorite sport. 19K 2,173 7. Why Not Wisconsin? "I was hopeful that maybe they would keep kicking the can," Lepay said of the conference presidents and chancellors. Though, even Read…. Since 1988, Lepay has been the radio voice for the Wisconsin Badgers men's basketball team, and since 1994, the voice of the Wisconsin Badgers football team. Wisconsin defeated Illinois 45-7 on Friday night. — Matt Lepay (@MattLepay) August 11, 2020. Lepay then joined the University of Wisconsin basketball radio broadcast in 1988 and added broadcasting Wisconsin football to his resume in 1994. Hear Matt Lepay's call of Bronson Koenig's buzzer-beating three-pointer to take down the Xavier Musketeers and send Wisconsin to the Sweet 16. 31K 8,928 77. Matt Lepay (born March 9, 1962) is an American sportscaster. MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- The Milwaukee Brewers announced Thursday, July 16, the 2020 60-game regular-season broadcast schedule, which includes every game broadcast on both television and radio… Tuesday afternoon, the Big Ten postponed all fall sports, including football. Photo: Getty Images (note: not from game described) Nelson Mandela. View Bio “ "Sport has the power to change the world. In basketball, he has been a part of three Final Fours, including the 2015 Final Four when Wisconsin handed Kentucky their first loss of the season. Keep updated on the latest news and information. He is co-author of "Why Not Wisconsin? Matt Lepay and longtime broadcast colleague Mike Lucas (l). Stream Matt Lepay 10 - 1-19 by Nashville Sports Radio - WNSR from desktop or your mobile device 7,059. After growing up listening to Marty Brennaman, the former Cincinnati Reds play-by-play broadcaster, Lepay majored in journalism at The Ohio State University. Post Oct 02, 2009 #1 2009-10-02T14:35. Coan set an incredible pace for, Fullback U: Why football’s forgotten position still reigns supreme in Madison, Ron Dayne was one of the most talented college athletes to ever step foot on a football field. Matt Lepay. Email Sign me up View all newsletters More Stories. Your email address will not be published. Lepay … Matt LePay is a college sports commentator, calling since 1988 for UW Badger men's basketball and 1994 for UW Badger football. Audio: Learfield/IMG College. “I mean, right now, for me I really enjoy the anticipation of a big game. View Matt Lepay’s profile on LinkedIn, the world's largest professional community. Matt LePay is a college sports commentator, calling since 1988 for UW Badger men's basketball and 1994 for UW Badger football. Lepay joined WIBA Radio in Madison in 1994 after a stint as sports director at WTSO Radio (also in Madison). Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Photo: Getty Images (note: not from game described) Utah State v Wisconsin. This is a list of current NCAA Division I FBS radio broadcasters for both football and men's basketball. Featuring Outkick The Coverage with Clay Travis, The Dan Patrick Show, The Herd with Colin Cowherd, and The Mike Heller Show, with programming from Fox Sports Radio. : From Barry to Bo: Broadcasting the Badgers from the Best Seat in the House, WHYsconsin: Camp Randall's Civil War History & Modern Stadium Memories, Wisconsin Educational Communications Board. In fact, Lepay has earned seven Wisconsin Sportscaster of the Year Awards, making him one of the most decorated sportswriters in the state, behind only Jim Irwin, Bob Uecker and Earl Gillespie. 19K 2,173 7. Corporate Maximize the impact of revenue generating efforts and leverage the power of sports. UW-Madison's Premier Independent Student Newspaper, All Content © The Badger Herald, 1995 - 2021, The biggest story of the day through the Badgers’ two opening drives? A key part of the conversation was how the pandemic will affect the team this year. Podcasts See All. When: 6 p.m. Sunday. Matt Lepay. He is co-author of "Why Not Wisconsin? Yet, Matt Lepay (middle, Packers’ voice Wayne Larrivee to his right and Turner play-by-player Brian Anderson to his left) is best known and proudly so as the Voice of Wisconsin football and basketball. Here are the radio broadcast highlights as called by Matt Lepay and Mike Lucas on the Badgers Sports Network! Became a budget cut victim in the spring of 1986. Matt Lepay (born March 9, 1962) is an American sportscaster. : From Barry to Bo: Broadcasting the Badgers from the Best Seat in the House". Sign up for the Badgers Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. Wisconsin Sportscaster of the Year Awards. Radio: 1310 AM and 101.5 FM, with Matt Lepay and Mike Lucas. About Wisconsin Badgers. Though, even, With Lepay’s broadcasting expansion to Major League Baseball, his repertoire and popularity have increased vastly. I wrote up a script and Matt was gracious enough record it that same day. Me being me, I thought, lets take this up a notch and have Matt Lepay, the radio voice of your Wisconsin Badgers record a special message for Badgers fans all across the country. 19K 2,173 7. As a long-time broadcast engineer for iHeart Radio in Madison, he's spent the last two decades sitting in press boxes coast-to-coast making sure Badgers fans can hear, loud and clear, the familiar stylings of Matt Lepay and Mike Lucas. Who is in the pipeline to replace Matt LePay? AKA TAW. The Brewers and FOX Sports Wisconsin announced on Sunday that Lepay, a seven-time winner of the Wisconsin Sportscaster of the Year Award, will handle play-by-play for approximately 35 Brewers telecasts this season, filling in for Brian Anderson while he handles national telecast … The award is presented by the National Sports Media Association. Matt Lepay, the radio voice of your Wisconsin Badgers kicks it off with a special message for Badgers fans and front line workers all across the country. Matt has 3 jobs listed on their profile. is the best PxP guy in the NFL. Wisconsin Badgers Sports Network. Voice of the Wisconsin Badgers. Stream Matt Lepay 10 - 1-19 by Nashville Sports Radio - WNSR from desktop or your mobile device For technical questions or comments about WPR’s website, streaming or other digital media products, please use our Website Feedback form. After over 20 years of calling games for both Wisconsin football and basketball, Lepay’s opportunity to call games for the Milwaukee Brewers on TV “came from the sky.” His adjustment to TV broadcasting was a smooth one, working as a substitute for broadcaster Brian Anderson for several games each season beginning in 2014. “At this stage of my life, this is a pretty good spot for us,” Lepay said. Since 1988 Lepay has been the radio voice for the Wisconsin Badgers men's basketball team, and since 1994, the voice of the Wisconsin Badgers football team. Hired by WNCI Radio in Columbus, where I did some news and sports anchoring. During The UW Now Livestream event on October 20, Mike Knetter — president and CEO of the Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association — hosted a conversation about the upcoming season with deputy UW athletic director Chris McIntosh ’04, MS’19 and Matt Lepay, the radio voice of the Badgers. Since 1988, Lepay has been the radio voice for the Wisconsin Badgers men's basketball team, and since 1994, the voice of the Wisconsin Badgers football team. NumenLumen. BADGERS (15-7, 9-6) JOHN PETERSON, ASSOCIATED PRESS Coach: … Audio: Learfield/IMG College. 7,059. Lepay joined WIBA Radio in Madison in 1994 after a stint as sports director at WTSO Radio (also in Madison). When asked if he would ever consider moving solely into TV broadcasting, Lepay admitted he would never say never but did acknowledge the fact that he and his wife are comfortable in Madison. Podcasts See All. Radio stations all across Wisconsin played Jump Around at 3pm on Saturday. Tuesday afternoon, the Big Ten postponed all fall sports, including football. Matt's calls of Wisconsin football, basketball, and Brewers baseball are some of the best you'll find in the country. He is co-author of "Why Not Wisconsin? Jack Coan. The Badgers make their 10th Rose Bowl appearance and seek their first win in the coveted Pasadena slot since 2000. Paul Allen is a complete homer, but he is an affable guy and very collegial when it comes to other broadcasters. Biographical information last updated on October 20, 2020 - 4:12pm. Coming from Ohio State, where the football team was a perennial powerhouse, Lepay experienced a challenge acclimating to the Wisconsin culture, as the football team consistently performed poorly. He added that, while it is cool to be recognized, he also understands that broadcasting is really subjected to what people like, so his style just happens to be liked by others. It was only a glimpse of what was to come with more involvement from radio companies, and the play-by-play voice of Wisconsin football and men's basketball, Matt Lepay, even lent … MADISON, Wis. — At age 52, Matt Lepay likes to say he feels like the oldest rookie in broadcasting right now. © 2021 by Wisconsin Public Radio, a service of the Wisconsin Educational Communications Board and the University of Wisconsin-Madison. See the complete profile on LinkedIn and discover Matt… UW Badgers/Learfield Radio Network, Madison 2011 Lance Allan WTMJ-TV, Milwaukee 2010 Dennis Krause Time Warner Cable Sports, Milwaukee 2009 Matt Lepay WIBA, Madison ... Matt Lepay WIBA/WISC-TV, Madison 1999 Dennis Krause WTMJ-TV, Milwaukee 1998 Jim Powell WTMJ. In fact, Lepay has earned seven Wisconsin Sportscaster of the Year Awards, making him one of the most decorated sportswriters in the state, behind only Jim Irwin, Bob Uecker and Earl Gillespie. Matt Lepay (born March 9, 1962) is an American sportscaster. View Matt Lepay’s profile on LinkedIn, the world's largest professional community. “When I say us, I’m talking about my wife and I. I don’t see a change coming, unless the University doesn’t want me around anymore.”. It has the power to unite in a way that little else does." He has earned Wisconsin Sportscaster of the Year ten times, including the last two years. Hear Matt Lepay's call of Bronson Koenig's buzzer-beating three-pointer to take down the Xavier Musketeers and send Wisconsin to the Sweet 16. … Since 1988, Lepay has been the radio voice for the Wisconsin Badgers men's basketball team, and since 1994, the voice of the Wisconsin Badgers football team. “[UW] means everything now,” Lepay said. “It’s whatever’s in season,” Lepay said. This talent has kept Lepay and his family in Madison, as he has come to identify with the city and state. AKA TAW. Announcers: Play-by-Play: Matt Lepay; Analyst: Mike Lucas; Share this article 40 shares share tweet text email link Like this article? Lepay has been the voice of Wisconsin Badgers football since 1994 and is currently in his 26th season as the men's basketball play-by-play announcer. For the first time since 1994, the Voice of the Badgers will be muted in the fall. Matt has 3 jobs listed on their profile. Radio stations all across Wisconsin played Jump Around at 3pm on Saturday. Radio: 1310 AM and 101.5 FM, with Matt Lepay and Mike Lucas From Barry to Bo: Broadcasting the Badgers from the Best Seat in the House" is the about … "I was hopeful that maybe they would keep kicking the can," Lepay said of the conference presidents and chancellors. The Steve Czaban Show; The Mike Heller Show; The Dan Patrick Show; The Herd with Colin Cowherd; NASCAR Broadcast Schedule; Spring 2020 Classic Sports Broadcasts ; High School Classic Schedule; FOX Sports Radio; FOX Sports Radio Weekends; Sports. Matt Lepay once again will fill in periodically for Anderson on play-by-play, as will radio announcer Jeff Levering. Since the 1990s, Matt Lepay has been one of the most recognizable voices in Wisconsin, especially on basketball and football game days. Why? He joined WIBA Radio in Madison, Wis., in 1994 after a stint as sports director at WTSO Radio. Matt Lepay once again will fill in periodically for Anderson on play-by-play, as will radio announcer Jeff Levering. In recent years, he 's also done up to 50 Brewers baseball games a year on TV. Jack Coan. Lepay’s tenure in the broadcast booth has coincided with some of the best stretches of Wisconsin football and basketball. His voice is strong and deep enough to fill Camp Randall Stadium. Matt Lepay: Helped put together a student broadcast team for Ohio State University hockey and baseball. NumenLumen. Or if it’s the middle of May, it would be baseball.”, Fullback U: Why football’s forgotten position still reigns supreme in MadisonRon Dayne was one of the most talented college athletes to ever step foot on a football field.

Career Radio. Content from the Badger … Here are the radio broadcast highlights as called by Matt Lepay and Mike Lucas on the Badgers Sports Network! With just over three decades of experience under his belt, Lepay has endured some of the best and worst days in Wisconsin sports. Moshalito. Matt LePay is a college sports commentator, calling since 1988 for UW Badger men's basketball and 1994 for UW Badger football. Lepay notably handles the play-by-play, Lucas choreographs chunks of insight and analysis, while McCann sets up, maintains and operates the … In fact, Lepay has earned seven. : From Barry to Bo: Broadcasting the Badgers from the Best Seat in the House" — Matt Lepay (@MattLepay) August 11, 2020. Traditionally, a radio broadcaster announces every game, or almost every game, for the team they cover, earning the distinction of being called the "voice" of that team. Of course, having spent the last … Voice of the Wisconsin Badgers, Matt Lepay, joins Wilde and Tausch on the eve of Wisconsin facing the No.4 Michigan Wolverines. Later joined WPTW Radio in Piqua, OH, where I played the "beautiful music … Listen; On Air. Lepay is the longtime radio play-by-play man for Wisconsin basketball and football, and now a fill-in television announcer for the Brewers. One of my first assignments was to cover the 1985 Rose Bowl between Ohio State and USC. Lepay’s role in Wisconsin sports since 1988 has been major to say the least, rising to become one of the most recognizable voices in Wisconsin. Became a budget cut victim in the spring of 1986. Nelson Mandela. Matt Lepay on Twin Cities sports radio Matt Lepay on Twin Cities sports radio. Voice of the Wisconsin Badgers. NumenLumen. Matt Lepay has become a fixture on Milwaukee and Wisconsin radios through his work as the play-by-play voice of University of Wisconsin football and men's basketball. "Matt is obviously a knowledgeable sports mind and … Matt Lepay has become a fixture on Milwaukee and Wisconsin radios through his work as the play-by-play voice of University of Wisconsin football and men's basketball. Matt Lepay on Twin Cities sports radio. 31K 8,928 77. Lepay said the awards are a great honor, especially considering that he is being recognized by his peers. … Image courtesy of Matt Lepay Since the 1990s, Matt Lepay has been one of the most recognizable voices in Wisconsin, especially on basketball and football game days. He does appreciate the recognition, though, and takes his job seriously in the full scope of things. 19K 2,173 7. This article was published Oct 22, 2019 at 8:15 am and last updated Oct 20, 2019 at 12:05 pm, Your email address will not be published. Point Wisconsin. Veteran broadcaster Matt Lepay considers himself a rookie as he prepares to step into his new part-time role as the television voice of the Milwaukee Brewers this season.. It has the power to unite in a way that little else does." Voice of the Wisconsin Badgers, Matt Lepay, joins Wilde and Tausch on the eve of Wisconsin facing the No.4 Michigan Wolverines. “[I] grew up in Ohio, went to school there, but [my wife and I] have spent more of our lives here in Wisconsin than we did in Ohio, so it’s just a big part of our lives.”, Football: Badgers beat down on SpartyThe biggest story of the day through the Badgers’ two opening drives? One of my first assignments was to cover the 1985 Rose Bowl between Ohio State and USC. On game day in the fall, he drives through downtown Madison on his way to the stadium. In fact, the team totaled just four wins in the three seasons between 1988 and 1990. He joined WIBA Radio in Madison in 1994, and also previously served as the sports director at WTSO Radio. With Lepay’s broadcasting expansion to Major League Baseball, his repertoire and popularity have increased vastly. Lepay is the longtime radio play-by-play man for Wisconsin basketball and football, and now a fill-in television announcer for the Brewers. As we slowly get back to normal, several radio stations will be getting back to normal programming and won't be … Moshalito. Post Mar 30, 2019 #1 2019-03-30T00:16. After growing up listening to Marty Brennaman, the former Cincinnati Reds play-by-play broadcaster, Lepay majored in journalism at The Ohio State University. During The UW Now Livestream event on October 20, Mike Knetter — president and CEO of the Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association — hosted a conversation about the upcoming season with deputy UW athletic director Chris McIntosh ’04, MS’19 and Matt Lepay, the radio voice of the Badgers. Email Sign me up View all newsletters More Stories.