Gary Bender — legendary sportscaster, former voice of the Phoenix Suns and voice behind countless iconic NFL, NBA, MLB and NCAA games — joins us on th Identity Sports Podcast to reflect on his storied career, faith, and what it truly means to call the game.

In this episode, Gary shares:

• 📺 His early days broadcasting games from a tractor on his family’s farm in Ulysses, Kansas

• 🏀 His time at CBS Sports calling March Madness—including the legendary 1982-84 Final Fours and a front-row seat to Michael Jordan’s first championship shot

• 🏟️ Transition to ABC Sports, TNT, and eventually 18 years as the voice of the Phoenix Suns — along with behind-the-scenes stories from decades in professional sports broadcasting

• 🎙️ His philosophy on broadcasting: preparation, respect for the athlete, the power of storytelling — and being “blessed” to do what he loved every day

Plus, check out his new book "Beyond the Call" available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Call-Gary-Bender/dp/B0FLWTF2TD

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