Gene Deckerhoff, the legendary voice of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, is retiring after 37 incredible seasons as the team’s radio play-by-play broadcaster. His iconic voice and unforgettable calls have become an integral part of Tampa Bay football history.
Via the team’s website,Â
“On Wednesday, the team announced that Deckerhoff will retire at the conclusion of the current season after 37 seasons as the play-by-play announcer for the Buccaneers’ radio network. By that time, Deckerhoff will have called more than 800 Buccaneers games and alerted fans to a Tampa Bay touchdown on more than 1,100 occasions. That is, of course, just one of his many memorable calls over 37 years, as his voice echoes every time an unforgettable moment in franchise history is recalled.”
As the Buccaneers wrap up their 2025 season, fans will hear Deckerhoff’s signature call, “Touchdown, Tampa Bay!”, one last time. Deckerhoff has called more than 800 games and alerting fans to over 1,100 Tampa Bay touchdowns.
Via Buccaneers Owner/Co-Chairman Bryan Glazer,
“For 37 seasons, Gene Deckerhoff’s voice has set the scene for the most iconic moments in our franchise’s history, and his signature calls will forever resonate with Buccaneers fans. His passion, authenticity, and unmistakable voice created memories that have been cherished and enjoyed by countless generations of Buccaneers fans. As he closes out his extraordinary journey, we congratulate Gene on a remarkable broadcasting career and wish him a well-deserved and fulfilling retirement.”
Deckerhoff’s nearly four decades as the Buccaneers’ play-by-play announcer have created a lasting bond with Tampa Bay fans, cementing his place as a cherished figure in franchise history.
Deckerhoff on his time covering the team,
“Calling Buccaneers games has been one of the greatest honors of my professional career. I’ve had the fortune to form meaningful relationships with players, coaches and staff members as well as interact with thousands of Buccaneers fans everywhere in the world. My wife, Ann, and I are grateful to the Glazer family for allowing us to be a part of the Buccaneers organization for so many wonderful years. I am equally thankful to all the members of the radio crew and the partners I have had with me through the years– particularly Dave Moore, who has been by my side for the past 19 years. I will miss doing what I love, but now is the right time to step away.”
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