Voice of the Orange, Matt Park ’97 Receives Marty Glickman Award

SYRACUSE, N.Y. –– The Newhouse Sports Media Center announced on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025, that Matt Park ’97 is the tenth recipient of the Marty Glickman Award for Leadership in Sports Media.

The S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications presented the Marty Glickman Award on Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025, in the Joyce Hergenhan Auditorium (Room 140 Newhouse 3). Named for sportscasting pioneer and 1939 Syracuse University graduate Marty Glickman, the award recognizes individuals for their leadership in sports media.

The Voice of the Orange and adjunct professor, Matt Park, is the lead play-by-play announcer for Syracuse University Football and Basketball broadcasts on the Syracuse IMG Sports Network. Park joined the Syracuse ISP Sports Network in 2003 and hosted the Doug Marrone and Jim Boeheim Shows in July 2004. Previous Marty Glickman Award Winner of 2024, Dan Hoard ’85 passed the honor onto Matt Park ’97.

Hoard talked about Park’s journey as an intern with him and his undeniable dedication and love for the craft. During Park’s internship with Hoard, Park would go to games and fill out scoresheets and soak every ounce of material he could. Park is the example of what it means and takes to be successful in the sports media industry. To perfect and hone in on a passionate craft is what Park excels at.

Sports Media Center Director, Olivia Stomski says,” Matt Park embodies the legacy of Marty Glickman. He has not just taught here at Newhouse for 20 years, he has served as a mentor, a coach and an advocate for countless students over the years. His fingerprint is on nearly every sports broadcast we as fans watch from home.”

Park has been woven into the foundations of Syracuse University and sports. Celtics and ESPN Lacrosse play-by-play commentator and studio host, Drew Carter ’19 said, “ Matt, I speak for every student who’s come through here in the last decade when I say thank you for the standard you’ve set at Newhouse and the direct impact you’ve had on so many of us. You deserve this.”

While current and former students went on to poke fun at Professor Park’s feedback and necessary criticisms, the same sentiment held true throughout all the lives Park has made a mark on. The value of believing in and developing the next generation of sportscasters is just one mark in Parks legacy.

Hudson Ridley, the Sports Director of WAER said,” It may be hard to find someone who cares more for WAER than Matt Park.” Hudson believes that students across Newhouse learn most from what WAER and Professor Park has to offer to students and their development in sports media.

Ridley adds on,” Young broadcasters who are new to the process may take that feedback in a discouraging way. But what they fail to realize is that if Professor Park didn’t care, why would he say anything… If Professor Park didn’t care, then we would be off the air. So, on behalf of everyone at WAER I want to say thank you for that.”

Nicholas Waley touches on Matt Park’s impact on Syracuse University’s campus. “His dedication to his students has helped produce some of the best broadcasters of this generation. His office hours on Thursday afternoons are not just difficult to get but are the most valuable office hours on this campus. It’s where I learned the most, not just as an announcer, but as a professional in this industry.”

Park goes on to say,” Tonight’s attendance is an overwhelming demonstration of the pride of the Newhouse School. From these notable alums, all of whom are so busy as everybody knows this time of year football and basketball are both going on, so it’s hard to get here. We appreciate everybody in any way you can sharing your time and treasure. To see that an so many former students who have overcome my tutelage is very heartwarming.”

“None of this happens without the continued determination of our students. Your professionalism, maturity, eagerness to learn, and trustworthiness is how this whole thing works.” Professor Park touches on how proud he is of the level of professionalism and high standards that the students at the Newhouse School exemplify and how he is unable to take full credit for the passion that runs deep without the walls of the campus.

Legendary sportscasters, Costas, McDonough, Eagle and Albert came back to Syracuse to celebrate the newest member of the Glickman award winners. Park, the voice of the Orange, credits former winners in shaping the future of sports media and creating a path for him to follow. The Newhouse Sports Media Center thanks Matt Park for all that he does for Syracuse and Newhouse students.

Previous Marty Glickman Award Winners
Bob Costas ‘74
Bob Costas, a proud member of the Orange Family, was the inaugural Glickman Award winner in 2013! From calling games at WAER to becoming one of the most iconic voices in sports, Costas has covered 12 Olympics, 10 NBA Finals, 7 Super Bowls and 7 World Series. Earning 29 Emmys along the way.

Marv Albert ‘63
Marv Albert, the legendary “Voice of Basketball,” was honored with the Marty Glickman Award in 2014! Albert began as a ball boy for the New York Knicks, where he formed a relationship with the great Marty Glickman. Through Glickman’s mentorship, Albert paved the way to a Hall-of-Fame career across the biggest stages in sports. He’s called 12 NBA Finals, 8 Stanley Cup Finals, 8 Super Bowls, and 4 Olympic Games. Along the way, he’s earned ‘Yes!’ 9 Emmy Awards and solidified his status as one of the most influential and recognizable play-by-play announcers of all time.

Beth Mowins G’90
Beth Mowins was the 2015 Marty Glickman Award winner! Best known as the voice of the Women’s College World Series, Mowins has covered NCAA Championships with volleyball, softball, basketball and soccer! As a member on the crew of a Chicago Cubs game, Mowins made history as a part of the first all-female broadcasting crew ever. Mowins has paved the way for women in play-by-play roles across the industry.

Sean McDonough ‘84
Sean McDonough was the 2016 Marty Glickman Award winner! A true broadcasting legend, McDonough has been one of sports television’s most versatile and respected voices for decades. He’s called the ’92 and ’93 World Series, covered 3 Olympic Games, and led broadcasts for Monday Night Football, the Stanley Cup Finals, and the CFB Playoff.

Mike Tirico ‘88
Mike Tirico was the 2017 recipient of the Marty Glickman Award for Leadership in Sports Media! A five-time Sports Emmy Award winner and member of the National Sports Media Hall of Fame, Tirico has called some of the biggest moments in sports and now serves as the lead play-by-play voice for both Sunday Night Football and NBA on NBC.

Ian Eagle ‘90
Ian Eagle was the 2018 winner of the Marty Glickman Award! Since 8 years old, Eagle knew what he wanted to do and became one of the most recognizable voices in sports broadcasting. Eagle has spent most of his career as the lead play-by-play announcer for the Brooklyn Nets with the YES network. Eagle is now also calling league games for NBA on Amazon Prime. The 2-time national sportscaster of the year and 4-time Emmy winner has exemplified excellence in the world of storytelling.

Sandy Montag ‘85
With a 40-year career spanning every corner of the sports media world, Sandy Montag has built a legacy rooted in storytelling, leadership, and innovation. As President of The Montag Group, he represents some of the most influential voices in sports, including Bob Costas, Mike Tirico, Jim Nantz, and Scott Van Pelt. Before launching his own company, Montag spent 30 years at IMG, where he began as an assistant to John Madden and went on to oversee client operations, shaping the careers of industry greats.

Dick Stockton ‘64
A legendary voice in sports broadcasting, Dick Stockton’s career has spanned over five decades and some of the most iconic moments in sports history. From calling Carlton Fisk’s unforgettable 1975 World Series home run to covering six Super Bowls, Stockton’s legacy is cemented across generations of fans. He’s been honored by both the National Sports Media Association Hall of Fame and the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame and was named among the Top 50 Network Sportscasters of All Time.

Dan Hoard ‘85
Dan Hoard is the 2024 Marty Glickman Award winner. From the voice of the Cincinnati Bengals to the University of Cincinnati, Dan Hoard has become one of the most respected names in sports broadcasting. A six-time Regional Emmy winner and four-time Ohio Sportscaster of the Year, Hoard’s storytelling and passion for the game have resonated with fans for decades. Having called three Super Bowls, his voice has captured some of football’s biggest moments.