Jack Cristil's Farewell Address

Yeah I think. Friend recorded it in his car.

Have thoroughly enjoyed listening to JC over the years. Grew up in MS and listened to the State broadcast of many an LSU/State game. He is the class all the way and his years in broadcasting speak for themselves.

Thanks for the memories Mr. Cristil. You will be missed.

#wrapthatoneinmaroonandwhite

Jack's farewell address last night brought a tear to my eye. I know that he wishes he could call MSU games until the day he dies, but he knows that his health is more important. God Bless Jack Cristil and take care of him in this tough time for him in his life.

NO more "Color this one in MArron and White."

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NO more "Color this one in MArron and White."

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Wrap it in maroon and white, you dumbass.

Damn, he was the last of the legendary old-school college football PBP guys from my long-ago youth: Forney at Bama, John Ward at UT, Ferguson at LSU, and of course Munson at UGa.

Cristil was never as polished as some of the above, but he ALWAYS told it like it was, frequently to devastatingly funny effect. And thanks to his trusty egg timer, you were never more than 3 minutes away from hearing the score.

So long Jack, take care of yourself, and thanks for the memories.

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NO more "Color this one in MArron and White."




Wrap it in maroon and white, you dumbass.

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Close enough...didnt listen to one of his broadcasts but i at least knew who he was.

A true legend. I don't even like State but I know greatness when I hear it.

Best wishes...and farewell.

Always thought he did an excellent job.