Today, Wes Durham still serves as the radio play-by-play announcer of the Falcons. A particular instance where Wes brought Taylor to help broadcast a Georgia Tech game in 2006 signified just one scenario in which Wes has influenced Taylor’s broadcast work. Come join us. We would like to show you a description here but the site wonât allow us. “I have two great teachers, my favorite broadcasters are my father and my brother.”. Poor Wes Durham and David Archer, who had the call of Atlanta's complete fourth quarter and overtime meltdown. Taylor Durham, now the play-by-play radio announcer for Elon athletics, has always relied on the advice offered to him by his older brother. Durham Region Health Department Covid-19 Page To get a test and, if needed, an assessment , go to the Durham Region Covid 19 Assessment Centers covidswab.lh.ca to complete the online form. But he was unsure of the necessary steps to get to the level that he strived to obtain. *Why calling high school games is more difficult than calling games in the NFL. The experience that Wes received in his college years impressed his younger brother Taylor in his own career path in radio broadcasts. Wes Durham (Voice of the Atlanta Falcons) 1.25.21 . *Why the relationships he has built in the business are more validating than the awards heâs won. He’s also a co-host of a morning satellite show on SiriusXM’s ACC channel. The Voice of the Falcons and the voice of the ACC Network joined the show to preview the Falcons ahead of their matchup against Carolina, and Wes gives his thoughts on the College Football Playoffs Click here for part one. When I was at Georgia Tech, the support I got there made a big difference in doing both games. Whether it's on the field of play or off of it, Packer and Durham have you covered all season long. 00:00. Wes Durham and Vince Ferrara / Credit: 99.1 The Sports Animal. Let's get a unique look at the Falcons from a guy who sees every play and is in the loop of the Atlanta Falcons! Welcome to West Durham Minor Lacrosse Association Home Of The Rockmen Lacrosse Club Registration Learn More 2020 Rep Coaches Learn More Tournaments Learn More OLA COVID-19 March 30th UPDATE Learn More Social Feeds Tweets by WestDurhamLAX NEWS & EVENTS Sponsors 1355 Kingston Road PO Box 66088 Pickering, ON L1V 6P7 Career Highlights: Radio play-by-play voice of the Atlanta Falcons (2004-present) Voice of Georgia Tech athletics (1995-present), providing play-by-play for radio broadcasts of football, basketball, and baseball games; We will evaluate the situation every two weeks. “He was and still is a tremendous influence on my career,” he said of his father. Wes Durham is never shy about expressing the roots of his career and will be the first person to say that he is fortunate to have been a student in the early years of Elon University. “A play happened and I did a hand gesture to Wes and he said what it means on the radio,” Taylor said. Former Boston College great Matt Ryan turned in a career season for the Atlanta Falcons in 2016, earning NFL MVP honors and a trip to the Super Bowl. In 2004, Durham was named radio announcer of the NFL’s Atlanta Falcons in addition to his responsibilities at Georgia Tech. 9:26. Wes Durham will not be with the ACC Network broadcast for today’s Syracuse at North Carolina football game after a COVID-19 test was deemed inconclusive this week. “I knew what I wanted to do but I’m not sure I had clarity of it,” he said. “It was one of the few places I could get in,” he said. “He’s my biggest supporter and biggest critic. Senior broadcast journalism major Matt Krause is a former play-by-play and color analyst for Elon athletics and is now a studio host and producer for IMG College. Click here for part one. “Wes and I are separated by seven and a half years,” Taylor said. Durham transitioned to television broadcasts in 2013 after leaving Georgia Tech, becoming the lead play-by-play voice for FOX Sports South in addition to working for Raycom Sports of the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) Network. Wes responded simply, “It’s sign language, that’s the way we communicate stuff,” to which King replied with, “Damn.”. These professionals are what Durham says are important to helping guide your career path. Durham said that he’s happy of the improvements Elon has made since his graduation, adding that he’s honored to have stayed involved with the school throughout his adult life. Today, Wes Durham still serves as the radio play-by-play announcer of the Falcons. West Ham United welcome Durham to Dagenham & Redbridge Stadium in the quarter-finals of the FA Women's Continental League Cup on Thursday, and you can get a FREE digital copy of the Official Matchday Programme now!. October 6, 2020 10/06/2020 10:00 pm. What you should know about Sunday’s NFL game between the Falcons (1-4) and the Cardinals ... Wes Durham. ( Log Out / ... Durham is the radio voice of the Atlanta Falcons, broadcasts ACC games on TV and is co-host with Mark Packer of the weekday morning-drive show “ACC This Morning” on SiriusXM ACC Radio (371) from 7–10 a.m. Wes Durham Play-By-Play, Atlanta Falcons & Georgia Tech Football . We are a successful, expanding department, engaged in teaching and research across an exceptional range of ⦠We would like to show you a description here but the site wonât allow us. Episode 172 with Atlanta Falcons radio broadcaster Wes Durham. He discusses: -Influence his Dad, Woody, had on him in his life and career -How he pays tribute to his father, who passed away in 2018 -Being a DJ at a roller rink -How going to two high school reunions led to jobs at Georgia Tech and the Falcons -Vanderbilt's head basketball coach, Eddie Fogler, helped him ⦠Wes Durham has been radio play-by-play voice of the Atlanta Falcons since 2004, and just completed 6th season as the primary football and basketball play-by-play announcer for the ACC on Fox Sports South and Raycom Sports. By Vince Ferrara / @VinceSports. Download Embed. Wes Durham brings remarkable voice, insight and historical context to everything he does, and today he's bringing it to The Football Four Podcast. Making the switch to television Durham transitioned to television broadcasts in 2013 after leaving Georgia Tech, becoming the lead play-by-play voice for FOX Sports South in addition to working for Raycom Sports of the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) Network. One of his most notable calls occurred in 2004 when, then freshman, Calvin Johnson caught a game-winning touchdown pass against Clemson University. Hectic travel schedule the norm for Wes Durham. “I saw what could be accomplished here,” he said. By Vince Ferrara / @VinceSports. He has been the voice of the Falcons since 2004. The Elon University School of Communications is a much different place than it was in 1988. 23 talking about this. Although the school initially did not have the programs that are available today, Durham would eventually become a part of Elon’s first four-year communications class. He’s also a co-host of a morning satellite show on SiriusXM’s ACC channel. Taylor expanded on the advice that Wes offered him throughout his broadcast career in the Elon booth. Change ), You are commenting using your Facebook account. Durham’s broadcasting roots date back to growing up in nearby Cary, North Carolina with his younger brother, Taylor who is now head of the Elon IMG Sports Network, and his father Woody who had been in radio broadcast for nearly 40 years at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Atlanta Falcons play-by-play announcer Wes Durham joins "NFL Now" to talk about the Falcons' offseason acquisitions, expectations for 2020 and more. Welcome to the Department of History, ranked 3rd in The Complete University Guide (2021) and The Times Good University Guide (2020). The Winning Edge seeks to increase diversity in the sports and entertainment industry by investing education, financial, and cognitive resources into the next generation of minority leaders. Atlanta Falcons Preview: Is Dan Quinn Coaching For His Job?Each day the MMQB will preview a different NFL team throughout training camp. “The people who understand what you want to do makes a big difference when you want to do something more.”. Wes joked that the Falcons are undefeated when he comes on … ACC Network / ESPN / Co-host "Packer & Durham" / "Voice of the Atlanta Falcons" Wes Durham: Falcons' success rate on first downs will determine if they beat Panthers Duration: 05:09 1 hour ago Atlanta Falcons play-by-play announcer Wes Durham joins "TNF First Look" for ⦠Change ), You are commenting using your Twitter account. *Why the relationships he has built in the business are more validating than the awards he’s won. When the broadcast went to break, former Georgia Tech color commentator Kim King asked Wes, “What the hell was that?” in regard to Taylor’s gesture. Durham is now a play-by-play announcer for Fox Sports and is the voice of the Atlanta Falcons after having stints at four universities as a radio announcer. Welcome to International Wildlife Consultants Ltd. IWC was incorporated in 2006 from a family-run business dating back to 1983. Pre-game at 11 a.m. with Harry Douglas and Paul Crane. “I’m very proud of this university.”. 0 0 about 1 year ago. Good stuff. As head of the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets and Atlanta Falcons radio broadcast, Durham was awarded the “Georgia Sportscaster of the Year” award nine times, most recently in 2014 for his work. ( Log Out / An avid golfer, Durham has 20 year old twins, Emily (attends Florida State) and Will (attends Kennesaw State), and is married to the former Vicky Newman. “It was a class, but it was almost like going to work.”. “I saw what Wes did. Durham is great for the Falcons because we don't get a lot of "cheerleading" from the media like other teams do. “In the technological age, my brother was the guy on the forefront of the change over that put everything on a computer.”. Wes Durham: Falcons' success rate on first downs will determine if they beat Panthers. “At the time I was pretty locked in about being in radio and television.”. It wasn’t very hard to make the decision to come here.”. Some of the involvement that Durham partook in while at Elon included The Pendulum, broadcasting all football and basketball games and learning from multiple experienced professors who were coming off years of exposure in the field. Hail Mary: Fly Eagles Fly! Before he made the transition, though, he consulted with professionals who came to understand his own personal career goals. ( Log Out / Wes Durham discusses the Falcons woes & the upcoming weekend of ACC football By The Clubhouse with Kyle Bailey . Go to the Blogs tab under my name anytime to access my blogs. Durham still maintains his strong relationship to a school that gave him his first opportunity to discover a voice for athletics. Those two stations will simulcast Falcons games starting this upcoming season. Our show today is at 1pm CST with special guest Wes Durham The Voice Of The Atlanta Falcons. *He tells stories about Calvin Johnson, Michael Jordan, Dean Smith, and Coach K. The Atlanta Falcons added a lot of new faces in the offseason, both through the NFL Draft and free agency. In fact, the school didn’t even exist, and wouldn’t for another 10 years. I chat with Wes Durham, the voice of the Atlanta Falcons. January 25, 2021. Growing up in an environment filled with radio broadcast potential, Wes decided to look about 60 miles northwest to a small school that, at the time, did not have a degree available for students who wished to major in journalism. And from Pro Football Weekley Michael Blunda to talk Chargers and Cheifs. Wes Durham has been radio play-by-play voice of the Atlanta Falcons since 2004, and just completed 6th season as the primary football and basketball play-by-play announcer for the ACC on Fox Sports South and Raycom Sports. I for one, appreciate it, however, you are right - to each his own. “When he was 21, I was a 13 year old kid spending weekends on this campus. Durham West is proceeding ahead with hockey operations for both rep and house league programs within the framework of the Red Zone limitations. From 1995-2013, he was the radio voice of Georgia Tech, and was on the call for more than 750 football and basketball games. Go to the Blogs tab under my name anytime to access my blogs. In addition, Durham will also call football and men’s basketball games for ACCN. Welcome to English Studies at Durham We are one of few university English departments in the world who teach and research in literature produced in Britain from the early medieval period to the present day as well as in anglophone literature from across the globe. Durham died on March 7, 2018, of complications from primary progressive aphasia. In addition to his play-by-play duties, Wes Durham is also the co-host of Packer & Durham, which airs … Episode 172 with Atlanta Falcons radio broadcaster Wes Durham. He discusses: -Influence his Dad, Woody, had on him in his life and career -How he pays tribute to his father, who passed away in 2018 -Being a DJ at a roller rink -How going to two high school reunions led to jobs at Georgia Tech and the Falcons -Vanderbilt's head basketball coach, Eddie Fogler, helped him land at … The Falcons radio crew thought they were in trouble by tone of their voice and obviously, they were right. Wes talked about Dan Quinnâs job security, Vic Beasleyâs ⦠Elon honored Durham in 2013 as being a distinguished alumni for his work in the broadcasting arena. “I knew Elon was starting the communications program,” Durham said. Episode 22: Wes Durham | Voice of Atlanta Falcons & Radio/TV Play-by-Play Announcer Subscribe on Apple Podcast | Google Play | Stitcher Rich Take On Sports Show Notes: Rich Spotlight: Wes Durham Wes loved basketball from an early age and fell in love with the art of storytelling with play-by-play His dad Woody Durham who was the Voice of the Tarheels was⦠November 5, 2012 ATLANTA Falcons announcer Wes Durham (LEFT) moderates a question and answer session as NFL commissioner Roger Goodell ⦠Durham said the best advice he has ever given to aspiring broadcasters is the experience that you go through in your collegiate career, “You can go to school anywhere in this business but it’s about the experience you have at that school.”. “I was guilty of knowing what I wanted to do and Elon had a great academic development program.”. His dad, Woody Durham, was The Voice of the Tar Heels from 1971 until 2011 and did the play by play for UNC football & basketball. “People come up to me and say ‘hey I heard you went to Elon’ and I take a lot of pride in that,” he said. Wes Durham Play-By-Play, Atlanta Falcons & Georgia Tech Football . We talk about: *Growing up as the son of North Carolina broadcasting legend Woody Durham. Which one of these unfamiliar faces does the Voice of the Falcons Wes Durham … Wes Durham brings a much needed homerism to our game calling. Durham knew he wanted to get into radio broadcasting. Atlanta Falcons Postgame Breakdown presented by AT&T | Tune in weekly as Wes Durham and DJ Shockley break down the big moments of each game and dissect the key plays. This is part two of a two part podcast with Wes Durham, voice of the Atlanta Falcons. October 6, 2020 10/06/2020 10:00 pm. Wes Durham, Atlanta Falcons play-by-play voice and ACC Network host/play-by-play announcer, joined me this week on my Zoom video and radio series during this quarantine period we’re in. “I learned from the best of both worlds,” he said. Create a free website or blog at WordPress.com. Wes says, “I think it would be neat. Press Row Podcast 99/19) - Voice of the Falcons Wes Durham previews Atlanta's upcoming game with the New Orleans Saints While at Georgia Tech, Durham began to make a name for himself with several memorable calls in big games for the Yellow Jackets. NFL. Golf profile on Georgia Tech and Atlanta Falcons announcer Wes Durham and his father, Woody Durham, long-time voice of the North Carolina Tar Heels Keywords: Wes Durham, Woody Durham, Atlanta Falcons golf, GolfStyles Magazine, Patrick Jones, golf writer, North Carolina, Atlanta, freelance writer, Georgia Tech golf, North Carolina Tarheels golf Atlanta Falcons play-by-play voice Wes Durham joins Softy and Tony Castricone to preview the Seahawks first game of the season against the Falcons and also the ACC and their plans to play the upcoming season in the fall. Durham is great for the Falcons because we don't get a lot of "cheerleading" from the media like other teams do. Wes Durham discusses the Falcons woes & the upcoming weekend of ACC football By The Clubhouse with Kyle Bailey . Voice of the Atlanta Falcons Wes Durahm joined Press Row on Wednesday, November 13 to discuss the Falconsâ surprising 26-9 win over the New Orleans Saints on Sunday. Episode 22: Wes Durham | Voice of Atlanta Falcons & Radio/TV Play-by-Play Announcer Subscribe on Apple Podcast | Google Play | Stitcher Rich Take On Sports Show Notes: Rich Spotlight: Wes Durham Wes loved basketball from an early age and fell in love with the art of storytelling with play-by-play His dad Woody Durham who was the Voice of the Tarheels was… Follow Wes Durham on Twitter: @WesDurham Author. Wes had taught Taylor certain gestures to communicate plays back to the booth for him to say on air. Aside from his duties at Tech, Durham has spent the last 9 years calling Atlanta Falcons games as well -- something that I'm sure can be very taxing, but is very rewarding at the same time. Color Analyst: Dave Archer. A 1988 graduate of Elon, Wes holds a bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications, and was honored by their School of Communications as their “Distinguished Alumnus”, in April of 2013. *He tells stories about Calvin Johnson, Michael Jordan, Dean Smith, and Coach K. Good Stuff on the show today! Wes Durham Calls Atlanta Falcons A Franchise Of Trai Turner Jersey. It is an umbrella company covering a range of activities: Undertaking short and long-term consultancies with international clients on conservation, animal welfare, legal issues, event management and heritage, mainly focussed on Birds of Prey. *His detailed preparation process. April 5, 2018 admin 0 Comments . Newcastle Falcons Representatives from Newcastle Falcons have been working with year 3 and 4 on each Friday this term. ( Log Out / His sophomore, junior and senior year he had the opportunity to do about 150 football and basketball games. Mark Packer and Wes Durham cover every angle of every story from all 15 schools in the ACC. I chat with Wes Durham, the voice of the Atlanta Falcons. He loves the Falcons and he gets excited when they make a great play. They have spent time outside learning some rugby skills and also time in the classroom learning how to live a healthy lifestyle. His late father, Woody Durham, is one of the most decorated college announcers of all-time, after a 40-year career as the “Voice of the Tar Heels” for North Carolina football and basketball. “I’ve been very blessed to have unbelievable support. Wes Durham, Atlanta Falcons play-by-play voice and ACC Network host/play-by-play announcer, joined me this week on my Zoom video and ⦠The call has stood out for many Georgia Tech fans in highlighting the first big play of the now National Football League (NFL) star, Johnson. “We were out there on the front lines,” he said. Aside from his duties at Tech, Durham has spent the last 9 years calling Atlanta Falcons games as well -- something that I'm sure can be ⦠Taylor elaborated that his observations of his older brother heavily influenced his decision to take advantage of an opportunity unique to his interests. This is part two of a two part podcast with Wes Durham, voice of the Atlanta Falcons. WE are a 501(c)3 organization and 100% OF DONATIONS DIRECTLY SUPPORT OUR MISSION. Wes Durham and Vince Ferrara / Credit: 99.1 The Sports Animal. “I just hope that I can be a part of the active lifeline that is the School of Communications at Elon.”. Atlanta Falcons Postgame Breakdown presented by AT&T | Tune in weekly as Wes Durham and DJ Shockley break down the big moments of each game and dissect the key plays! Info ; Live Chat Comments; Sports, #acc, #atlanta, #basketball, #bigten, #broadcasting, #college, #falcons, #football, #nfl, #sec, #sports. 13:15. 2300 Holcomb Bridge RdSuite 128 #103Roswell, GA 30076Email Us, The WorkThe LeadershipThe BrandingThe Game Changers, 887 West Marietta Street Northwest, Atlanta, GA, 30318, United States. Here are the top 10 radio calls from the season.2016-02-10T20:47:16.000Z. *His detailed preparation process. Change ), You are commenting using your Google account. ⦠Wes Durham Falcons Radio The Atlanta Falcons, after eight years, has dropped 92.9/Dave-FM as its radio partner and is moving to Star 94 and 790/The Zone. * Wes Durham, ACC Network and Atlanta Falcons PxP . For the past 18 years, Wes Durham has been a major part of Georgia Tech's athletic department. After graduating from Elon in 1988, Wes Durham journeyed to Marshall University, Radford University and Vanderbilt University as a radio announcer before landing in Atlanta, Georgia in 1995 to be the radio play-by-play announcer for the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets — a position he would hold for almost 20 years. Change ), Live Blog: Itzhak Perlman Fall Convocation. “I was fortunate to steadily move my way up the ladder on the college side,” he said. Wes Durham, Atlanta Falcons play-by-play voice and ACC Network host/play-by-play announcer, joined me this week on my Zoom video and radio series during this quarantine period we’re in. 0:31. “You’re still doing the game, its just a little more notoriety,” he said of the change in the college game to the professional level. During this time, Taylor went home to spend time regarding his child. Hail Mary-Webshow. Voice of the Falcons Wes Durham joins "NFL AM" to talk how feelings were after Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan signed his new contract and also how to address the offensive line. He was the one who instilled the opportunity to do things.”. From: The Drive with Jack. “When I left to go to television, I talked to Mr. Blank and Mr. McKay and they’ve always been supportive in what I want to do,” he said. Wes Durham is the co-host of Packer and Durham – ACC Network’s morning show from 7-10 a.m. Monday-Friday. Durham’s work not only spans in the broadcast booth but also back to the Elon University community. “The one thing I’ve learned over the years is that you have to have a good team of people around you.”. She and Wes now live in her hometown, Cartersville, Georgia. “I feel very fortunate to be a graduate,” he said. Ann trai turner jersey Dunham Obama, the Presidentâs mother kicked the bucket many years ago. Durham became involved in as many opportunities that were available to him as a student, taking Elon’s first communications classes. Today, Wes Durham still serves as the radio play-by-play announcer of the Falcons. By the time I was a junior at Elon, I had covered around 125-150 football and basketball games.”.
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