Gus Johnson

Sports Broadcaster, CBS Sports Veteran, Fox Sports Commentator

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Gus Johnson Biography

Gus Johnson has established a significant presence in the sports broadcasting world, calling a wide variety of sports for several major networks. Johnson's lengthy tenure at CBS Sports from 1996 to 2011 is well noted, where he became a staple voice during the NCAA Tournament. His enthusiastic commentary during pivotal moments in sports history, such as Princeton's narrow victory over UCLA in 1996 and several thrilling NCAA games, earned him a distinct place among sports fans.

Apart from his work with CBS, Johnson provided play-by-play for the New York Knicks and WNBA’s New York Liberty through the Madison Square Garden Network (MSG) until 2010. His memorable calls, including the notable reaction to Allan Houston’s decisive shot in the 1999 NBA playoffs, are particularly remembered by Knicks fans. Johnson's voice also extended to other sports, where he covered the Golden Gloves Tournament and was a fixture in MSG’s coverage of other major New York sports.

In addition to his roles in basketball and boxing, Johnson broadened his reach to football and gaming. He was the voice behind EA Sports' NCAA Basketball 10 and Madden NFL games for the 2011 and 2012 editions. His diverse capabilities saw him calling NFL plays, including a dramatic Hail Mary play in a 2010 game between the Jacksonville Jaguars and Houston Texans. Johnson's engagement with football extended to commentary for the Detroit Lions' pre-season games and handling play-by-play for the Buffalo Bills and Philadelphia Eagles during their pre-season matchups.

Fox Sports significantly benefited from Johnson's expertise in both college football and basketball after his departure from CBS in 2011. He reunited with Bill Raftery for Fox College Hoops broadcasts and was also a notable voice for Major League Soccer and UEFA Champions League matches on the network.

In more recent years, Johnson took on play-by-play responsibilities for the Milwaukee Bucks during the 2015-2016 NBA season on Fox Sports Wisconsin and joined the broadcast team for the BIG3 basketball league's inaugural season in 2017, showcased on Fox Sports 1. His versatility and enduring appeal as a sports commentator highlight his broad impact across multiple areas of sports broadcasting.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 08/22/2024.

Gus Johnson Videos

  • Gus Johnson's Best College Football Calls - YouTube
  • Gus Johnson's Best NCAA Calls - YouTube
  • Gus Johnson's Best Calls - YouTube

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    Gus Johnson is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Athlete, Broadcasting, Host & Emcee, Journalism, Sports, Sports Journalism & Broadcasting, Television & Film.
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Gus Johnson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics . The estimated speaking fee range to book Gus Johnson for your event is available upon request. Gus Johnson generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Max Kellerman, Doris Burke, Rachel Nichols, Chris Myers and Desmond Howard. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Gus Johnson for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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