Vanderbilt broadcaster resigns, enters rehab after "unacceptable" on-air appearance

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Vanderbilt play-by-play broadcaster Joe Fisher announced he had resigned and entered a rehab facility after an awkward appearance on the Commodores' coaches show Monday night.

Fisher's speech was slurred, and he repeated versions of the same question to interim football coach Todd Fitch on ESPN 102.5 The Game. The weekly hour-long show was pulled off the air after about 40 minutes.

It was Vanderbilt's first coaches show since football coach Derek Mason was fired Sunday.

In a Twitter thread Thursday morning, Fisher announced his resignation and future plans:

"I have had the honor of being the Voice of the Commodores for 23 years. Recently I went on the air representing Vanderbilt at a time when I should not have. I was unacceptable to me and to the university. I write this to tell you two things.

First, as of this morning I am checking myself into a rehab facility to address an issue I've struggled with for a long time. As a result I will be off the grid and out of pocket for a while. Second, I have resigned my position at Vanderbilt effective immediately.

I had hoped for a different resolution but that was not to be. I have wonderful memories and experiences with great coaches, players, staff, broadcasters and fans. I will cherish them always. God bless, I love you, and anchor down. Joe"

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