Howie Schwab, a legend at ESPN, passes away at 92
Schwab was a pioneer in the sports television industry
He was a mentor to many young journalists
Howie Schwab, a legendary figure in the sports television industry, has died at the age of 92. Schwab was a pioneer in the field, and he helped to shape the way that sports are covered on television. He was also a mentor to many young journalists, and he helped to launch the careers of some of the biggest names in the industry.
Schwab was born in Baldwin, Long Island, and he attended St. John's University. After graduating from college, he began his career as a sportswriter for the New York Daily News. In 1979, he joined ESPN, and he quickly became one of the network's most popular personalities. Schwab was known for his encyclopedic knowledge of sports, his quick wit, and his infectious enthusiasm.
Schwab was a pioneer in the use of videotape in sports broadcasting. He was also one of the first broadcasters to use computers to analyze sports data. Schwab's work helped to revolutionize the way that sports are covered on television, and he is credited with helping to make ESPN the success that it is today.
In addition to his work at ESPN, Schwab also wrote several books on sports. He was also a popular lecturer and speaker. Schwab was a member of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame and the National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Association Hall of Fame.
Schwab's death is a great loss to the sports world. He was a true pioneer, and he helped to shape the way that sports are covered on television. He will be missed by all who knew him.
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