Dan Hicks Longtime Announcer for NBC Sports Has Died Following Acute Illness at 64

Dan Hicks, longtime lead golf play-by-play announcer for NBC Sports, has died following an acute illness. He was 64. Beyond his remarkable career, Dan was also the husband of SportsCenter colleague Hannah Storm and a father of three. Furthermore, Hicks was the longtime lead play-by-play voice of the PGA Tour, Notre Dame football, and Olympic swimming and skiing on NBC.

Thursday morning the PGA Tour released a statement regarding Dan Hicks profound legacy:

“Across three decades, Hicks provided the soundtrack to some of golf’s most memorable moments. The Arizona native joined NBC in 1992 and assumed the network’s lead play-by-play role in 2000, his broadcast style defined by a steady delivery, unmistakable enthusiasm, and ability to capture the significance of a moment.

Hicks anchored weekend coverage of The Players Championship for nearly three decades and was behind the microphone for the evolution of the FedExCup, in addition to several major championships, bringing his composed approach to golf’s biggest stages.

For nearly two decades, Hicks worked alongside renowned analyst Johnny Miller in one of golf television’s defining broadcast partnerships. Hicks provided a measured presence, guiding viewers through the tension and unpredictability of a final round.

After graduating from the University of Arizona, Hicks began his broadcasting career in local radio and television before joining CNN in 1989. He moved to NBC Sports three years later, with assignments including Olympic swimming, alpine skiing and Notre Dame football. Golf, one of his favorite recreational pastimes, became an enduring beat. His voice will always be synonymous with the game.

Hicks is survived by his wife, sports broadcaster Hannah Storm, and their three daughters.

Rest in Peace, Dan Hicks.”

NBC Sports also issued a statement to express their condolences and recognize Hicks’ extraordinary talent and career in sports television. The network giant stated,

“Dan Hicks was an extraordinary colleague, friend and person. In his 34 years at NBC Sports, he was an exceptional storyteller and caller of games and events who elevated some of the biggest moments in sports history.

From Olympic swimming and skiing to Notre Dame football, numerous other high profile events and especially as the signature voice of our golf coverage for the last 26 years, Dan’s blend of knowledge, style, enthusiasm and humor informed and entertained fans for decades.

But far beyond his on-air excellence, Dan was a better person who welcomed teammates with a smile, a joke, or a word of encouragement, sometimes all three in the same sentence. Our heartfelt condolences and love to his wife Hannah and his daughters Hannah, Ellery and Riley.”

Dan was one of the greatest, yet underrated broadcasters of American sports. Dan made two of the most legendary calls in golf and Olympics swimming. Who can forget one of the most famous calls in golf history when Tiger Woods drained a putt to force a playoff at the 2008 U.S. Open and Hicks goes, “Expect anything different!” 

Then there is the Michael Phelps era. His call of the Jason Lezak relay win to secure Gold for Michael Phelps at the 2008 Olympics is an all-timer. Chills.

Dan Hicks knew how to build excitement, add drama and let the moment truly be about the athletes creating it. A one-of-a-kind person and true gem of broadcasting.

Dan Hicks Longtime Announcer for NBC Sports Has Died Following Acute Illness at 64

Hicks’ wife Hannah Storm had the same glowing praise for her late husband. In a social media post Hannah says, “Our family is heartbroken by the sudden and unexpected passing of Dan following an acute illness. He was a devoted husband of over 30 years, loving father to our three daughters, and cherished friend to so many. His loss is immeasurable.

Dan was truly one of a kind and, quite simply, the person everyone wanted to be around. When he walked into a room, he brought the energy, the laughter and the people together. He was endlessly kind, thoughtful and funny, and he made everyone feel like they mattered. Our three daughters and I are heartbroken. We are grateful for the love and support surrounding our family during this incredibly difficult time. There are simply no words to express how much he will be missed.”

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