Wester in 1980.

Allan Bennett Wester Sr. (September 15, 1923 – February 7, 2018)[1] was an American sportscaster nationally known for his work with the Mutual Broadcasting System, most notably on Notre Dame Fighting Irish football broadcasts. He was also the original play-by-play voice of the New Orleans Saints.

New Orleans Saints

His most famous call was of Tom Dempsey's then-National Football League (NFL) record 63-yard field goal on the last play of a 19–17 victory over the Detroit Lions at Tulane Stadium on November 8, 1970.[2]

Here’s the snap. The ball is down. And...it is good! It’s good! It’s good! The Saints win! The Saints win! 19-17![3]

References

  1. ^ Allan Bennett Wester Sr. (obituary) – The Times-Picayune (New Orleans). Retrieved January 13, 2019
  2. ^ Culpepper, Chuck. "Still the One," Sports on Earth, Tuesday, December 10, 2013. Retrieved January 13, 2019
  3. ^ Lewis, Ted. "Saints first radio broadcaster, Al Wester, dies at 93; also known for his work in other sports," The New Orleans Advocate, Saturday, February 10, 2018. Retrieved January 13, 2019
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