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Christopher Eugene Schenkel (August 21, 1923 – September 11, 2005) was an American sportscaster. Over the course of five decades he called play-by-play for numerous sports on television and radio , becoming known for his smooth delivery and baritone voice.
Sep 12, 2005 · Chris Schenkel, whose versatility and genial style made him one of the most important sports broadcasters from the 1950's to the 1970's, died yesterday at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, Ind.
Here's a video retrospective of the illustrious career of legendary ABS sportscaster Chris Schenkel from June 6, 1997.
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Learn about the life and career of Chris Schenkel, a versatile and respected sportscaster who called football, golf, bowling, and more for CBS and ABC. He was also a gentlemen, a storyteller, and a pioneer in live Olympic coverage.
Sep 12, 2005 · INDIANAPOLIS — Sportscaster Chris Schenkel, whose easygoing baritone won over fans during a more than six-decade broadcasting career in which he covered everything from bowling to the Olympics...
Nov 25, 2014 · When it comes to broadcast versatility, few — if any — can match Chris Schenkel. A television stalwart for more than 40 years, he called football, basketball, golf, horseracing, boxing ...
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Chris Schenkel was a pioneer in sports television and radio, covering everything from bowling to the Olympics. He died in 2004 at age 82 after a long battle with emphysema.
