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By nhscuga

September 22, 2008 5:46 PM | Link to this

Larry Munson will always be the greatest announcer in the history of college football. We will miss you Larry.

By RVP

September 22, 2008 5:46 PM | Link to this

I will miss the old Larry Munson. Truthfully, he has sounded weak and in pain. Sorry, it was overdue.

By Barry

September 22, 2008 5:46 PM | Link to this

We knew this day would eventually come; however, if this is correct it is an extremely sad one for all those that bleed red and black. Larry can NEVER be replaced—he is as much an irreplaceable piece of the UGA fabric as Vince Dooley and Herschel Walker. I just hope Larry is doing OK and can enjoy following the Dawgs from the sidelines.

By Scott

September 22, 2008 5:47 PM | Link to this

Larry Munson has been the one constant in Georgia football since I was a kid. He is a direct link back to my youth, and as such I will miss hearing him call the UGA games a great deal!

We all knew in the past few years that any game could be his last…so I have definitely listened more to the radio of late and treasured hearing his voice. He definitely sounded tired in the first couple of games this season. I hope all is well with him.

Larry Munson will forever be the greatest announcer ever to me.

By Ramblin Wreck

September 22, 2008 5:48 PM | Link to this

Larry Munson, you are a first Class Act and this Ramblin Wreck will miss your voice in the Air! God Bless you Larry!

By PreachDawg

September 22, 2008 5:48 PM | Link to this

I haven’t been around long, but I remember listening to Larry Munson when I was a kid. I believe the call for me would have to be 2001 game vs UT.

In the words of Larry munson: “10 Seconds, We’re on their 6. Michael Johnson turned around asked the bench something. And now, Greene makes him lineup on the right in the slot, we have 3 receivers. Tennessee playing what amounts to a 4-4, Fake, and there’s somebody Touchdown! My God a Touchdown! We threw it to Haynes. We just stuffed them with five seconds left! My God almighty, did you see what he did! David Greene just straightened up and we snuck the fullback over! Haynes is keeping the ball! Haynes is come running all the way across to the bench. We just dumped it over 26-24. We just stepped on their face with a hobnailed boot and broke their nose. We just crushed their faces!”

God Bless Ya Larry. Have a Great Time Fishing!

By Sandi

September 22, 2008 5:50 PM | Link to this

What a sad day!!!

By OZZFEST

September 22, 2008 5:50 PM | Link to this

A Bulldog tear is falling between the hedges.

By Mark

September 22, 2008 5:50 PM | Link to this

It’s a sad day for those of us for whom Munson is the voice of Georgia football.

My favorite Munson call is one you never hear anymore: Lindsey’s Scott’s 99-yard kickoff return to begin the second half of the 1978 LSU game in Baton Rouge. Munson’s description was absolutely electric.

Thanks for 43 great years, Larry!

By Michael

September 22, 2008 5:51 PM | Link to this

It’s bittersweet, but a bit overdue. He’ll be missed mainly because of all of the memories his voice conjures up. But truth be told, he won’t be missed by anyone that wants to listen to a game and be able to get a sense of what’s actually happening as it occurs. He just hasn’t been able to deliver that for several years now. Thanks for the memories Larry. God bless.

By MC

September 22, 2008 5:53 PM | Link to this

Larry is woven into the fabric of Georgia Football. He has given us tremendous pleasure and memories over the years. We will definitely miss his spontaneous enthusiasm for the big play. Larry should stay in the booth until HE says he is ready to step down - period. As long as this is his decision, I’m OK with it. Thank you, Larry, for 42 glorious years as the Voice of the Georgia Bulldogs!!

By AUburnTiger

September 22, 2008 5:53 PM | Link to this

Hope you are doing well Munson. I may be on the opposite side of the rivalry, but we all hope you do well. Hope you enjoy listening to the games for the rest of your years.

WAR EAGLE

By pjb

September 22, 2008 5:54 PM | Link to this

Larry is part of the Bulldawg Nation and he will be missed. I know I will miss hearing his voice call the games and talking with the guys during the pregame. He is like a throw back to the old days. Someone will replace him but no one will do it like he did it.

By Matt in Athens

September 22, 2008 5:54 PM | Link to this

It’s a sad day, but man has he earned this retirement. I’m only 21, but I remember vividly the Michael Johnson touchdown call against Auburn. I was riding in a car on 441 South near Madison and went nuts. Thanks, Larry. Go Dawgs

By Dawwwwg

September 22, 2008 5:55 PM | Link to this

Please take Lorne with you!

By Matt in Athens

September 22, 2008 5:56 PM | Link to this

His best, in my opinion:

“We’re on the 19, you gotta get to the 4 for the first down. Crowd roars at us, 3 wideouts. Man, we’ve had some shots haven’t we? Snap to David Greene, there he goes in the corner again and we jump up… TOUCHDOWN! OH GOD A TOUCHDOWN! In the corner! With 85 seconds!” UGA vs. Auburn 2002

“Tennessee playing what amounts to a 4-4, Fake, and there’s somebody Touchdown! My God a Touchdown! We threw it to Haynes. We just stuffed them with five seconds left! My God almighty, did you see what he did! David Greene just straightened up and we snuck the fullback over! Haynes is keeping the ball! Haynes is come running all the way across to the bench. We just dumped it over 26-24. We just stepped on their face with a hobnailed boot and broke their nose. We just crushed their faces!” UGA vs. Tennessee 2001

“So we’ll try and kick one 100,000 miles, we hold it on our own 49-1/2, 60 yards plus a foot and Butler kicks a long one, Butler kicks a long one, OH MY GOD! OH MY GOD! OH MY GOD!… The stadium is worse than bonkers. Eleven seconds left and I can’t believe what I saw. This is ungodly!” UGA vs. Clemson 1984

“4th and 17, I know I’m asking a lot you guys, but Hunker it down one more time! … Pass into the endzone… and the Dawgs broke it up! They broke it up! … The Dawgs with 42 seconds… I won’t ask you to do that again you guys … 32 seconds, Lastinger up to the line… Lastinger falls back on the 16 … GA students standing and roaring 23, 22, 21 clock running, running. Oh look at the Sugar falling out of the sky! Look at the Sugar falling out of the sky!” UGA vs. Auburn 1982

“Florida in a stand-up five, they may or may not blitz, Belue third down on the 8, in trouble, he got a block behind him going to throw on the run, complete on the 25 to the 30, Lindsay Scott 35, 40, Lindsay Scott 45, 50, 45, 40. … Run Lindsay, 25, 20, 15, 10, Lindsay Scott! Lindsay Scott! Lindsay Scott! … Well, I can’t believe it. 92 yards and Lindsay really got in a foot race I broke my chair. I came right through a chair. A metal steel chair with about a 5 inch cushion, I broke it. The booth came apart. The stadium… well the stadium fell down, now they do have to renovate this place… they’ll have to rebuild it now. This is incredible. You know this game has always been called the World’s Greatest Cocktail Party, do you know what’s gonna happen here tonight, and up at St. Simmons and Jeckyl Island, and all those places where all those dawg people have got those condominiums for 4 days. Man is there going to be some property destroyed tonight! 26-21, Dawgs on top. We were gone. I’d gave up, you did too. We were out of it and gone. Miracle!” UGA vs. Florida 1980

By Redcoat Dad

September 22, 2008 5:56 PM | Link to this

It had to happen eventually, but Larry’s departure as Voice of the Dawgs is still all the more bittersweet. UGA and football fans everywhere owe you far more than can ever be repayed.
Damn Good Dawg

and Happy 86th Birthday, Larry.

By GT Grad

September 22, 2008 5:56 PM | Link to this

Yes, I know I’m from the opposition, but I still remember Ed Thelenious (and yes I know I don’t know how to spell his name).

In my mind Ed was the best play=by-play football announcer I ever heard. Not a homer, though at times he showed excitement over UGA plays, Ed set up the game so well the listener thought he was actually inside the stadium. A clear, deep voice that announced the formation, the motion, and every aspect of each play as it went forward. IMHO the absolute best! I guess Munson replaced him. and though Munson had many great (possibly scripted) calls of UGA plays, and seemed to moan and cry when the Dogs weren’t doing well or when a call went against them, I still miss the steadiness of Ed’s play calling.

UGA fans will miss Munson, and I sympathize with them, but if you get a chance to hear a tape of Ed Thelenious calling a Georgia game, don’t miss it.

I hope UGA finds a replacement more like Ed than Larry.

Best wishes to Larry in any case. He did a memorable job.

L. Moore GT ‘69

By FinanceBuzz

September 22, 2008 5:57 PM | Link to this

I hope he is well and gets to enjoy some relaxation during retirement.

By SugarDawg

September 22, 2008 5:59 PM | Link to this

Larry Munson is a living legend and is unequaled in college sports. He has been the Dawgs’ 12th man and has inspired and cajoled many a victory for the guys on the field.

Thank you, Mr. Munson. We love you and thank you for what you have done for Georgia Athletics and the broadcasting industry. God Bless Larry Munson. Go Dawgs!

There will never be another like you.

By DeDe

September 22, 2008 5:59 PM | Link to this

I am stunned. Even thought we knew it was coming. Larry is such an institution with UGA. I was 10 years old when he started doing the games. And growing up in a family of true Bulldog alumni and fans, we always listened to the game while my parents were attending. We enjoyed the discussions when they got home. So I grew up hearing Larry Munson every Saturday in the fall. That is the only way I have ever listened to the game even if it is on TV. You will be missed. I hope you know the enjoyment we have had over the years listening to your commentary’s of the Bulldogs. You always made the games much more exciting and emotional, which made them the best. I can’t pinpoint my favorite call. There have been so many. Maybe the call for Lindsey Scott. It’s hard to pick. And I really don’t know who should replace him, but they better have personality. Have a great retirement Larry. You deserve it.

By Katy

September 22, 2008 5:59 PM | Link to this

Along with most, my whole life that I couldn’t be in the stands I’ve turned down the volume on the tv and listened to Larry instead. Games won’t be the same, but I’m grateful we have so many memories. Let’s win the championship this year for Mr. Munson.

By TT

September 22, 2008 6:01 PM | Link to this

My oldest son and I got the chance to meet Larry a few years ago, something we will never forget. What a gentleman, you will be missed.

By TCFATL

September 22, 2008 6:02 PM | Link to this

Tears in my eyes, truly the end of an era. I am glad that my six year old son has grown old enough to hear him voice a few games, but am sad my three year old daughter will not. But this is not about us, it is about Larry, and I wholly agree that he has duly deserved his retirement. I pray that this sudden announcement is not a harbinger that his health has taken a turn for the worse. I further pray that he has many good years ahead of him, duly annointed the #1 dawg fan in the land. We should all be so fortunate that we are able to make such a profound impact on any given profession and community.

By Jimmy Etheridge

September 22, 2008 6:03 PM | Link to this

I always knew this day would come, but never really believed that it would. Larry, you will always be a part of Georgia football as much as Sinkwich, Trippi, Tarkenton, Belue, Woerner, Scott, Walker and UGA. You are the greatest ever, and your voice on Football Saturdays will be sorely missed in this household and family. As PreachDawg so aptly put it, God Bless Ya, and try not to catch them all!

“Tennessee guessed the other side! We went to the short side and pitched it to that kid out of Johnson County! He got a block out in front of him about the six or seven and went in the corner standing! Give the guy some rest!”

By Muson

September 22, 2008 6:05 PM | Link to this

The black jerseys would have confused him. He picked a good week to retire.

By Annie

September 22, 2008 6:05 PM | Link to this

Its a sad day for the Bulldawg nation and college football. Enjoy your retirement Larry and just know you have given me many, many years of joy listening to your voice each Bulldawg season. God Bless You Larry!

By Annie

September 22, 2008 6:06 PM | Link to this

Its a sad day for the Bulldawg nation and college football. Enjoy your retirement Larry and just know you have given me many, many years of joy listening to your voice each Bulldawg season. God Bless You Larry!

By BuzzDraft

September 22, 2008 6:06 PM | Link to this

As a Tech graduate and ferocious fan, Larry represented everything I loathe and I couldn’t stand to hear his voice, which tells me he did a DAMNED GOOD JOB as the voice of georgie.

I wish Larry good health and comfort, and all the best with his family. Radio programs in this state will never be the same.

By mulc

September 22, 2008 6:07 PM | Link to this

Thanks for 20 great years!!

By Andrew

September 22, 2008 6:09 PM | Link to this

I am a Georgia Tech fan, however Larry is the greatest announer in football and He will be missed by Georgia Fans and those of us on the other side of the field. I wish Tech could have got him first. Best Wishes Larry.

By UGA V

September 22, 2008 6:12 PM | Link to this

Larry Munson and Al Ciraldo, from the other side of the hedge, were the last of a breed. We were both very, very fortunate to have them.

Godspeed, Larry. Hunker Down One More Time.

By Ga

September 22, 2008 6:12 PM | Link to this

Somehow, I never thought this moment would get here. It can never be the same.

By Kyle

September 22, 2008 6:15 PM | Link to this

Munson will ALWAYS be the voice of the Dawgs, in my mind.

I was listening to a game earlier this season and was thinking how much Munson did not sound like himself and was thinking that he should consider calling it a career and a GREAT ONE at that.

Larry Munson will be missed on Saturday’s during College Football season. It will take us long time dawg fans a while to get used to a new voice, but we will always remember Munson and his GREAT game calling ability.

All the best to Larry Munson is his LONG overdue retirement.

Larry, you can now enjoy the dawg games from the other side of the mic as we have every week for years!

Thanks for all of the memories!

Go DAWGS!

(“Loren, whatdaya got?”)

By Kevin

September 22, 2008 6:17 PM | Link to this

Hey GT Grad u should not knock a larry he was by far the greatest person n announer ever n sorry for U i guess those empty seats affect u MInd…Poor Man yes ED was great but as a Falcon announcer oh he was not Georgia Bulldogs first it was Milo Hamiton u dimwitted GT Grad fellow

By C

September 22, 2008 6:17 PM | Link to this

Thanks for all the football Larry. Loved your work with the Falcons when I was growing up, and the Bulldogs in recent years. Thanks again.

By Blake

September 22, 2008 6:17 PM | Link to this

The finest voice that ever called a game in any sport. Won’t be the same without him but i know he will still be watching and cheering for the Dawgs until he draws his last breath.

Thanks for the memories, Munsie.

By Tater

September 22, 2008 6:17 PM | Link to this

Larry is one on a kind, the very Best!!! I will miss him calling the games. Sad day for this Dawg fan. www.thedawgsden.com

By boots

September 22, 2008 6:18 PM | Link to this

Larry, your work life has touched the lives of 100’s of thousands of Georgians. I grew up in the state listening to you call the games with my father. Later, I went to UGA and loved you even more. Now, as a 40 year old father, I have listened to games with my own children. You are a blessing to the state, the university and football fans everywhere. You will be associated with college broadcasting and UGA for the next 100 years. Thank you for a great service and 42 years of adding joy to our lives. Go Dawgs and God bless you.

By rob

September 22, 2008 6:18 PM | Link to this

“We’re on the 7 down by 7 and the Dogs can smell it!”

God, I am going to miss his calls. Each one was a beauty. Enjoy a well deserved retirement.

By Luann Jones

September 22, 2008 6:19 PM | Link to this

Nothing lasts forever; we are selfish to want his voice and presence to be. Yet, we are grateful for all the memories and joy he brought to everyone—be they at the game with headphones or not in the stadium but feeling like they were.

For all the years, thank you from the bottoms of some very sad Bulldog Nation hearts.

Go Scott and Eric!!!

By FLAGATORS

September 22, 2008 6:21 PM | Link to this

BAAAAAHHH NA NANANA, GOOOOO GATOORRSSSS

IF I COULD SAY ON TOHING TO MUNSON,IT WOULD BE HE SUCKS

By Heath

September 22, 2008 6:21 PM | Link to this

Such a sad day. It’s time to say goodbye to an old friend, I guess. But most of us always thought that old friend would never leave.

All of those classic calls mentioned earlier are truly memorable. One that will always ring in my head was UGA/UT 2002. My wife-to-be and I were driving through Tennessee (enemy territory!) on our way to Boone, NC. I had been enduring the UT broadcast all day when it came down to a 4th down for UGA. Instead of punting, we decided to go for it with less than a minute to go.

I started losing the radio signal and searched frantically for the game. I barely found Larry’s voice in time to hear him say “we put the whole school out in front of him.” In my mind I can still see the road and the sun setting at that moment in 2002.

Thank you Larry for that moment and all the others, too.

By Hick from the Sticks

September 22, 2008 6:22 PM | Link to this

Talk about the day the music died…

My blood runs through the Golden Dome itself in South Bend, but Munson is truly a legend irrespective of what team you pull for.

God speed, Larry. Enjoy your retirement.

Hunker Down.

By NGB

September 22, 2008 6:24 PM | Link to this

Good fishing,my man,and thanks for the memories!!!!!!!!!!!

By JD

September 22, 2008 6:24 PM | Link to this

It hurts. Skip Caray, now Munson? I remember in 82’ when listening to radio was common for football. That was the year of his “Sugar Falling from the Sky” statement. I was on the back porch working with my dad, I was 8. I heard him say that on the radio dropped something I was holding for my dad and ran straight to the TV to see “Sugar falling from the sky”! The great thing about his voice is that it’s associated with so many Georgia memories, but also family/friend memories b/c listening to the games usually meant the game wasn’t on TV and you were sitting around with family/friends either listening or doing stuff on the side (work). Those who never heard him broadcast basketball really missed a treat. I’ll never forget the OT win vs. LSU or the overtime games with Tech. Listening to him describe Shaq. Wow.

By GT_guy

September 22, 2008 6:25 PM | Link to this

As a Tech fan who hates Georgia, Mr Munson will be missed. Larry called the Falcon games from 1987 to 1991. He always brought excitement to the game. Yeah, he’s a homer, but he made a lot of Falcon fans and fans of that other team in Athens happy. Go fishing Larry, you sure deserve the time off. Best wishes Sir!

By Joshua Barlowe

September 22, 2008 6:26 PM | Link to this

Miss him?

You’re kidding, right? Maybe now we’ll be able to know what’s going on in the game…

By Verdawg

September 22, 2008 6:28 PM | Link to this

There will never be another play-by-play announcer quite like Larry.
Back in the day when very few away games were on television, he brought you into the stadium.
I’ve been listening to Larry for 30 years and there are too many great calls to name.

My all time favorite Larry story though is when my sister-in-law saw him at the Dawgs hotel in Lexington the day of the game in 1994. It was my 38th birthday and I was at home. Janie got Larry to follow her to a payphone (no cell phones back then) and wait while she called my house. She told me to hold on because she had someone who wanted to wish me a happy birthday. In his best game day voice, his first words were, “Brian, is today your birthday”? I almost couldn’t speak and managed “Yeah, Larry”?? He talked to me for a few minutes and I’ll never forget that as long as I live. It was the most memorable birthday present I ever received.

Larry, you’ll always be the greatest and you’ll be missed by the entire Bulldawg Nation! You’ve earned the rest and I wish you all the best!

By Eddie

September 22, 2008 6:29 PM | Link to this

This is truly a sad day for the Bulldog nation. Larry—you gave us the picture when all of the games were not on tv. My first great memory was when Herschel scored against Tennessee. Thanks for all of the great memories—you are the very best. God bless and happy birthday.

Eddie

By gdog

September 22, 2008 6:29 PM | Link to this

Larry’s time is over….good to see that Larry knew this and is letting go.

By Yankee

September 22, 2008 6:32 PM | Link to this

WHO?

By Johnny Danger Dawg

September 22, 2008 6:33 PM | Link to this

Larry was a fearless announcer. He was never afraid to say whatever popped into his head. I loved it when he’d see a strange defensive formation, so he’d just make up a name for it.

By Airborne Vol

September 22, 2008 6:37 PM | Link to this

I am a season ticket holder to Tennessee and was sad when John Ward retired. As a member of the Army currently deployed in Afghanistan, I was previously stationed in GA, TN and NC and if I was out on a Saturday night and UGA was playing, I would try and find the broadcast on the radio just to listen to Larry Munson. I have a very good friend who is a UGA graduate and we always tease back and forth during football season. I respect the job Larry Munson has done for all the UGA fans over the years and will miss hearing him when I return to the States next May. Go DAWGS, BEAT Bama!!!

By GT Brill

September 22, 2008 6:38 PM | Link to this

Southern football will never be the same. God Bless you, Larry. I am a 45 yr old die hard Tech fan and I am genuinely bummed. The end of an era for sure.

By Bo

September 22, 2008 6:39 PM | Link to this

You will be missed.Even though I’m a Volunteer living in Ga, I would listen to you during the Tenn/Ga games being played in Athens. You and John Ward will never or could be replaced. Take Care God bless

By Tony

September 22, 2008 6:42 PM | Link to this

I will truly miss Mr. Larry Munson. At least I had the privilege to be at his next to last game!! I have a lot of Munson calls downloaded, and still love to listen to them!! I will truly miss Larry Munson!! GO DAWGS!!!

By Larry Fan

September 22, 2008 6:42 PM | Link to this

My god almighty he ran right through two men!

By Get rid of eric zeier

September 22, 2008 6:43 PM | Link to this

Larry you gotta stay. ur the voice of the dawgs! I can’t stand to listen eric zeier.

By twodawgs

September 22, 2008 6:43 PM | Link to this

Larry, we Dawgs would like to hold onto you forever: but that would be selfish. Enjoy your retirement and may you continue to enjoy your beloved Dawgs for the rest of your years. Hope they reward your service with a few more national championships. Hunker down my friend and when it is your turn to go, I am sure all the UGAs will be there to meet you at the Pearly Gates.

By P-Dawg

September 22, 2008 6:43 PM | Link to this

The thing that I loved most about Larry Munson is that on many of his most memorable touchdown calls, he never actually used the word “touchdown.” It was his sheer enthusiasm that bled through the airwaves that made him the true legend that he is.

The Dawg Nation and college football fans everywhere will miss him terribly.

By Stephen

September 22, 2008 6:44 PM | Link to this

Some of my most fond memories are listening to Larry call the Georgia games. Those mornings listening to the games around the trucks after a dove hunt down home in Southwest Georgia… Jumping and screaming in my dorm as I watched the 2001 Tennessee game with the radio up and the tv muted… I wonder how many times I’ve listened to that call?

Even after becoming a Ramblin’ Wreck I couldn’t bear to miss listening to Larry call the games. Larry, you will be missed! God bless you!

By SS teach

September 22, 2008 6:44 PM | Link to this

I have tears in my eyes right now. Larry Munson has defined many of my most precious memories from a small child to an adult pushing 40. I grew up just out of Athens, the child of a 1st generation UGA (& college) graduate. TV on mute, Sugar Bowl vs. Notre Dame in 1980….Larry called the NC game. I wll never forget that & so many other precious Larry “Bulldog” moments. When I heard there would be a special at 7:00 on WSB, I was alarmed. I’m glad to see he is still around….and just made a decision that this was the time. Happy birthday, Larry. We’ll miss you.

By fishtales

September 22, 2008 6:46 PM | Link to this

Probably time for him to call it a career…but he will always be one of the all-time greatest. Go Dawgs Larry from the Bama Nation!

By Tony

September 22, 2008 6:49 PM | Link to this

“Buck back 3rd down on the 8. In trouble got a block behind him, gonna throw on the run: Complete to the 25 to the 30!! Lindsay Scott 35-40, Lindsay Scott 45-50, 45-40, RUN LINDSAY, 25-20 15, 10, 5, LINDSAY SCOTT LINDSAY SCOTT LINDSAY SCOTT!!!! Well I can’t believe it 92 yards and Lindsay really got into a foot race!! I broke my chair!! I broke it!! A metal steel chair with about a 5 inch cushion!!………………..MAN IS THERE GONNA BE SOME PROPERTY DESTROYED TONIGHT!!!!!”

My favorite Larry Munson call of all time!!!!

By Tony

September 22, 2008 6:49 PM | Link to this

“Buck back 3rd down on the 8. In trouble got a block behind him, gonna throw on the run: Complete to the 25 to the 30!! Lindsay Scott 35-40, Lindsay Scott 45-50, 45-40, RUN LINDSAY, 25-20 15, 10, 5, LINDSAY SCOTT LINDSAY SCOTT LINDSAY SCOTT!!!! Well I can’t believe it 92 yards and Lindsay really got into a foot race!! I broke my chair!! I broke it!! A metal steel chair with about a 5 inch cushion!!………………..MAN IS THERE GONNA BE SOME PROPERTY DESTROYED TONIGHT!!!!!”

My favorite Larry Munson call of all time!!!!

By Battle

September 22, 2008 6:51 PM | Link to this

Mr. Munson,

I cannot even begin to help you “get the picture” of how you came into my childhood and beyond home during those special football saturdays. Special are the times me and my father, Don Battle, listened to your exciting play by play calls down in Coastal Georgia. I cherish, like I know many others fans do, each and evey one of those precious memories. I can still hear my father screaming over one of the many great plays you called from games past.

I wish I could have listened to your last game for some kind of closure, but time moves on doesn’t it. Thank you Larry for making Georgia Football so enjoyable. Your relaxing tone and insight has made you a fatherly figure to the true Georgia Fan. The end of this era is a true change of passage.

Thank you for all those precious football memories!

Daniel Battle Beaufort, S.C.

By middleagedwhiteguy

September 22, 2008 6:55 PM | Link to this

Father Time broke his nose with a hobnail boot. It just crushed his face.

By dandydawg

September 22, 2008 6:55 PM | Link to this

Larry,

You are the BEST! You will truly be missed. I only wish we could have won another NC for you! I would love for that to have been your final game! Anyway, May God bless and keep you. You are the biggest DAWG!

By Big_Dawg_fan

September 22, 2008 6:57 PM | Link to this

I’m a big Dawg fan, but honestly, Larry mentally retired about 10 years ago. It’s completely exasperating to listen to listen to him on the radio if that’s the only way you can get information about the game and can’t watch the corresponding TV broadcast.

We only like Larry because he acts like he’s one of us, bleeding Bulldog red. But he’s not a very good play-by-play guy. He doesn’t tell you the situation very often and Loren’s ridiculous comments from the sideline make it very frustrating. I know these guys are Georgia guys, but I’m excited about some fresh voices in the booth and hopefully soon on the sidelines.

I hope Larry’s health improves and he can enjoy the rest of his life, especially the Dawgs’ run at the national title this season. Best to the Munsons!

By russ

September 22, 2008 6:59 PM | Link to this

Larry Munson is one of the biggest reasons I became a Bulldog fan waaayyy back in ‘75 at 7 years of age. My dad told me to listen to him one Saturday before all of the games were televised as they are now. I fell in love instantly even at that young age. God bless you Mr. Munson and thank you sir for all of those Saturday afternoons. There will NEVER be another Larry Munson.

By John Browne

September 22, 2008 6:59 PM | Link to this

Larry really made the game day experience special!!

By WarEagle

September 22, 2008 7:00 PM | Link to this

As a lifelong and die hard Auburn fan, I think Larry Munson epitomizes College Football at its finest. Georgia has been lucky to have him and we have all been lucky to hear him.

By Danny G

September 22, 2008 7:01 PM | Link to this

He always seemed like and old friend sitting in your living room or camp site telling you what the Dawgs were doing. I want to cry, but I will simply say, “Good Bye Old Friend”. The Dawg Nation will miss you and always love you.

By alan

September 22, 2008 7:03 PM | Link to this

How many times have I turned the volume down on the t.v. and turned the radio up? Listening to Larry Munson was like watching the game with him sitting on the couch with you. What a lot of fun I have had over the years watching games with my friends and waiting on the next verbal gem. God bless you brother.

By Bob

September 22, 2008 7:05 PM | Link to this

Kevin, You are dead wrong. Ed Thilenious was indeed the voice of the Dawgs. He took the Falcons job when they started up in 66. Larry moved from Milo’s sidekick to replace Ed.

Their styles were totally different. I like Thilenious an awful lot, but Larry Munson is Georgia Football. God Bless him.

By LESD

September 22, 2008 7:05 PM | Link to this

Larry Munson is one of those rare men who makes college football more than a game. He is central to our football tradition. His voice is the expression of his (and our) love, passion, fear, and excitement. For all his weird and wonderful idiosyncrasies, or maybe because of them, he is a giant of a human being for all of us who grew up with Georgia football. The man and his voice have given all of us memories that we will never forget no matter how long we live.

Larry, I hope you enjoy many more years of Georgia football from the comfort of your home. And thank you again for the telephone interview that you gave a high school newspaper reporter 27 springs ago. I’ll always be grateful.

all the best, one more Munson fan

By DogCatcher

September 22, 2008 7:06 PM | Link to this

Next time, hire a professional to do the job. Larry was amusing, that’s the best thing I can say about his work.

By LESD

September 22, 2008 7:06 PM | Link to this

Larry Munson is one of those rare men who makes college football more than a game. He is central to our football tradition. His voice is the expression of his (and our) love, passion, fear, and excitement. For all his weird and wonderful idiosyncrasies, or maybe because of them, he is a giant of a human being for all of us who grew up with Georgia football. The man and his voice have given all of us memories that we will never forget no matter how long we live.

Larry, I hope you enjoy many more years of Georgia football from the comfort of your home. And thank you again for the telephone interview that you gave a high school newspaper reporter 27 springs ago. I’ll always be grateful.

all the best, one more Munson fan

By Ted Striker

September 22, 2008 7:06 PM | Link to this

Munson is as sacred to true UGA as The Arch, Sanford Stadium, Uga, and the fight song.

By the way — thanks to the classy fans of other schools sharing their thoughts. You make sports great!

By tyler forsyth

September 22, 2008 7:07 PM | Link to this

THANK GOD! GET THAT OLD MAN OUT OF THERE! WOULD OF LOVED TO LISTEN TO HIM TALK DURIN THE PAST 2 TENNESSEE GAMES…. BYE BYE OLDIE!

By Dawg Hater

September 22, 2008 7:07 PM | Link to this

So long to the laughing stock of all the SEC announcers. The guy has been terrible for the last few years after he was horrible the first few.

Never mind that he was slobbering fan, he never mentioned what the situation was except for ‘4 inches’ for a first down.

Good riddance, I’d say. He needs to take Loren with him.

By Mark

September 22, 2008 7:09 PM | Link to this

Larry had the unique ability to call a game like true Georgia fans would call it. He used we and they just like we do in the stands. My travels around to see the Dawgs growing up did not afford much opportunity to listen to him, but God I couldn’t wait to get back to the car and listen to the highlights. All of his great calls are associated with some of the best times in my life going to games with my dad and another friend of his. I will miss his calls dearly and it is my hope one day to just sit in Sanford Stadium and listen to his greatest calls as those highlights are played on the video board. I’m sure, like a lot of you, that I would sit there for hours alternating between tears and chill bumps. God bless you Larry and happy retirement!

GO DAWGS!!!

By JS

September 22, 2008 7:12 PM | Link to this

It was time.

By dawg crazy

September 22, 2008 7:14 PM | Link to this

thanks larry, for all the fond memories i have you and dawgs. we knew it was coming but we are never ready for it. thanks again and “go dogs ” beat bama.

By Matthew H

September 22, 2008 7:15 PM | Link to this

Larry is the greatest person I,ve ever herd in announcing college football, his greatness will be greatly missed,I will miss his great voice and personality , Larry I personally hope your retirement , will be as nice as you,ve been to all of the great bulldog fans you have endoured during your years in the radio booth , take care and god bless you.

By Cubby Blue

September 22, 2008 7:19 PM | Link to this

What a wondrous voice he has. He will truly be missed.

This is comparable to me losing my beloved Harry Caray.

By Munson is the greatest

September 22, 2008 7:21 PM | Link to this

Why do people feel the need to get on here and bash a man who dedicated his life to bringing this game to people who, at the time, could not watch it on TV and after we could we still chose to mute it and hear him. You people need to get in your bed and cry your nerd eyes to sleep. This man is a legend in every Atlanta sport there is. WE LOVE YOU LARRY!!!!!!!! All the best in your future …health, wealth, and prosperity.

By GA Patriot

September 22, 2008 7:23 PM | Link to this

The 1980 national championship season. We beat Auburn and Larry’s comment about sugar falling from the sky, referring to Sugar Bowl where we beat Notre Dame.Thanks Larry for the memorys. You cannot be replaced. GA football will not be same with out you. You are a homer and you are GA football. You made the radio feel like you were at the game.

By BartowVOL

September 22, 2008 7:30 PM | Link to this

His best call ever was a UT @ UGA game in ‘94 when we had Todd Helton as our QB. Munson said something like “My God they’ve come down here and beaten us with a first baseman ! ” Now that was pretty funny !!!

Happy retirement you ‘ole gravel voiced homer. Not exactly sad to see you retire, but I do wish you well and some improved health.

By Dawg Hater

September 22, 2008 7:35 PM | Link to this

I don’t know what the criteria you slobs have for a voice but Larry’s voice sounded like the old man in a nursing home who was there dieing of throat cancer.

To correct the history, Larry came from Minnesota to Vandy, where he was fired for not keeping the fans correctly informed. He then came to the Braves, where he was backup to Milo, but was fired when Ed Thlleneous replaced him. Desperate, he begged Georgia for a job to replace Thileneous.

By florida gaytor

September 22, 2008 7:35 PM | Link to this

bout time he retired. I am a georgia native and I hate UGA. The only good thing that comes out of Athens is 316!

By Munson Fan

September 22, 2008 7:41 PM | Link to this

Anyone who has anything bad to say about Mr. Munson today, needs to do a little soul searching about what kind of person they really are. These people should be pitied. . There are a lot of Tech and Georgia Fans who have really shown real class is.

By JOHN

September 22, 2008 7:43 PM | Link to this

Losing the sounds of Skip and Larry in the same year is going to be tough to get through.

The DAWGS are in good hands, but it just won’t be the same knowing you will never hear Larry describing the pageantry before a game. God Speed good man.

By dawgette

September 22, 2008 7:43 PM | Link to this

Does anyone have larry’s 1978 call vs. LSU? I remember it but I haven’t been able to find it anywhere!!!

By J Meyer

September 22, 2008 7:50 PM | Link to this

Larry called my last high school football game back in Nov 1963, the Tobacco Bowl in Hartsville, TN when he was with WSM in Nashville. I grew up listening to him do Nashville Vols AA baseball games and Vanderbilt Football games. Never heard him do a Georgia game, but I will always remember that voice. As they say “He is good people”

By susan/dawghouse

September 22, 2008 7:52 PM | Link to this

Larry Munson is everything we think of when we say UGA….To all of us who love the red and black what a sad day!Larry was one of the greatest ever to call football in the south..we are lucky we had him so long!

Larry I hope the fishing is great for you and you can relax…no more long flights home…

To all of the fans from from other football schools who have shared their well wishes for Larry thank you for showing how truly wonderful southern football is by showing how classey you represent your school…Bama,Auburn and Tech…much thanks!!!

We will miss you Larry!!!Go Dawgs!!

By Munson Fan

September 22, 2008 7:54 PM | Link to this

Anyone who has anything bad to say about Mr. Munson today, needs to do a little soul searching about what kind of person they really are. These people should be pitied. . There are a lot of Tech and Georgia Fans who have really shown real class is.

By russ

September 22, 2008 7:56 PM | Link to this

Larry I just want you to know how much you have meant to me over the years. When I hear your voice I am immediately transported back to the early 80’s when UGA football was rarely on tv . As a young teenager, I held on to every call you would make like I was reading a good book. It seems like when every close game came to an end I felt as if I had just ended some great journey that you took me on. You truly took sports broadcasting to the next level with your unique way of calling football and I will never forget you. All the best in your future Larry!

By Martha

September 22, 2008 7:56 PM | Link to this

This is a day I hoped would never come. Thank you, Mr. Munson, for many wonderful Saturday afternoons and nights, listening to The Dawgs play fabulous football. You are a legend and a gentleman. Enjoy your well-deserved retirement. And if you change your mind……..we’ll be here.

By Cynthia_GTfan

September 22, 2008 8:00 PM | Link to this

Larry Munson has been the voice of the Dawgs for as long as I can remember. Even this life-long Tech fan is sad to see the voice of the Dawgs go. This truly is an end of an era. A fall day in my childhood wasn’t complete withour hearing both Tech’s Al Ciraldo and UGA’s Larry Munson call the football games. After listening to the Central Michigan game, though, it was becoming rather apparent that though his heart still wanted to be in the game, his body wasn’t cooperating. He sounded very tired and weak. He’s given it all for UGA and truly deserves to watch and enjoy the rest of the games as a spectator. Best wishes, Larry!

By AUFan

September 22, 2008 8:03 PM | Link to this

As others have mentioned, it was time. That being said, masters of their craft always feel the urge to continue, and Mr. Munson can definitely be termed a master of his craft. Enjoy your well-deserved retirement, Sir!!

By John

September 22, 2008 8:08 PM | Link to this

Won’t miss him at all. Just a windbag who should have hung it up a long time ago. ABOUT TIME!!!!

By Proud Dawg

September 22, 2008 8:11 PM | Link to this

Mr. Munson, Thank you for all you have given to the Bulldog Nation. Your love of the dawgs came through with every call and you will never be forgotten.

God Speed….

By Steve Spurrier

September 22, 2008 8:11 PM | Link to this

This day didn’t come soon enough. Hell, Munson’s been dead for several years, they just haven’t closed the coffin yet! My only wish is that he’ll live long enough to see florida put wuppin on georgia one more time.

By Mikey in the SAV

September 22, 2008 8:12 PM | Link to this

Larry was golden to us back in the day when we seldom got a game on TV- we hung on his every word.. Sadly, father time has robbed him ( and us ) of his faculties, so yes, it is time.

We love you larry…

Godspeed….

By Go Dawgs

September 22, 2008 8:14 PM | Link to this

Thanks for all the memories Larry. Whenever I think about georgia football itll be in your voice.

By AtlantaGirl

September 22, 2008 8:15 PM | Link to this

Larry Munson has been a horrible announcer. He’s a joke to almost everyone except Georgia fans. And to those people who are saying nobody should say anything bad about him today - good grief! The man’s not dead; he’s just retiring. I can’t stand to listen to him for one minute. All he does is whine and grumble. And if you want a mental picture of what’s happening in the game, forget about it.

By Tim Martin

September 22, 2008 8:17 PM | Link to this

I agree that it is nice to see the fans of other colleges pass along kind words at Larry’s retirement. I can’t think of the DAWGS without Larry being in the box calling the game.

And to you weak pathetic scum posting nasty comments, when you look in the mirror, that mark on your forehead is a backwards L as in “LOSER”!

By D-ville Dawg Fan

September 22, 2008 8:20 PM | Link to this

i remember growing up listening to Larry Munson. My parents would drag me around on saturday afternoon and most of the time i would sit in the car and listen to him call the game. Thank You Larry Munson for a lifetime of memories.

By gapeach

September 22, 2008 8:20 PM | Link to this

if you don’t have anything nice to say, just shut up. Your mothers would be ashamed that you had no better raising than some of you exhibit here. Godspeed Larry. I grew up listening to you and to me, you WERE Georgia football. God bless you in this next phase of your life—Sweet Retirement!!

By Rod

September 22, 2008 8:22 PM | Link to this

Chuck Oliver is a disrespectful fat Auburn grad son of a b***! How David Pollick doesn’t beat his asss right there on the air is beyond me. Thank you Larry, I have listened to you call the games for 30 years. I hope you come out of retirement for the national championship game if we make it to the championship.

By Michael

September 22, 2008 8:22 PM | Link to this

Thanks for all the great memories and calls you have made during my life time (3y4 years old) you are a LEGEND. Once again THANKS LARRY “THE LEGEND” MUNSON!!!!!!!

By kauai dawg

September 22, 2008 8:26 PM | Link to this

Larry, You are the best no question! Larry we pray for a blessed transition in life. You have made the DAWGS a joy to listen to and follow. I have many fond memories of calls of games dating back to the 76 team until the 2008 Dawgs. The call in shows and games and pregame shows…. wow… you can really paint the picture! God Bless and Go Dawgs!

By Bernie

September 22, 2008 8:30 PM | Link to this

Larry,… as a Florida Gator fan I’ll always remember your call in 1980 against us (Belue to Scott). Your a credit to Bulldog nation and your profession and you will be missed.There comes a time in life when its time,and you are a class act.Spend the time with the family and friends because they earned the time to have you around.Good Luck Larry…and May God Bless You!

By Steve

September 22, 2008 8:31 PM | Link to this

For my generation, the greatest Munson call will always be Belue-to Scott at the 1980 Florida game. I was at the game without a radio, so didn’t hear the call until later. There are so MAHY - Rex Robinson’s field goal to beat Kentucky in 1978 (“Yeah!! Yeah!! Yeah!!), Kevin Butler’s 62 or 63-yard field goal to beat Clemson a couple of years later, the immortal “My God, a Freshman!!” call at Tennessee in ‘80, the first time Herschel broke a long TD run at home in that ‘80 season (against Texas A&M)- :”There goes Herschel Walker! There goes Herschel Walker! There goes Herschel Walker all the way!!”.

The list could go on forever. Larry Munson was and IS the greatest ever, period. He can never be duplicated, and although Georgia announcers will come and go in the years ahead, he can never truly be replaced.

Thank you Larry, thank you, thank you, thank you for all the wonderful memories. You will never be forgotten.

Steve Shelnutt Monroe GA UGA Redcoat Band ‘77 - ‘79

By caballo muerto

September 22, 2008 8:33 PM | Link to this

It’s ridiculous that he was allowed to stay so long. You simply could not follow the game based on his broadcasting. One heck of a lot of action was lost, covered up by his ubiquitous “WE.” Larry, you’re not a “we.” You had nothing to do with the outcome of any football game.

The same people that like Munson’s broadcasts want Bobby Cox to keep managing the Braves until he’s 86 too. What a bunch of sentimental sissies. NEWS FLASH- We’re all going to die. Just because you live a long time doesn’t make you any more special.

By Mayretta Man

September 22, 2008 8:33 PM | Link to this

I hope they will find a spot for him on the pregame show even if he does it remotely. While it was time for him to give up play-by-play, I’m not ready to face football Saturdays without his voice.

By athdog

September 22, 2008 8:38 PM | Link to this

Agreed, like him or loathe him, anyone who would make comments such as the one FLAGATOR, or GAYTOR or the other ones showing a lack of respect for a great career should look in the mirror. What you see is a lump of crap looking back at your sorry A**

By Who is Larry Munson

September 22, 2008 8:39 PM | Link to this

Some uga clown on this blog he was the voice of college football. yea right.outside state of ga nobody knows the guy…… tim martin with a name like that, u gotta be a loser!

By Goodcop72

September 22, 2008 8:40 PM | Link to this

To the best there ever was….THANKS Hearing you call the plays for the Dawgs is something i will always recall and tell my grandchildren..Good Luck in everything and best wishes

By Columbus Dawg

September 22, 2008 8:42 PM | Link to this

I am sitting here at my computer typing this email with tears welling up in my eyes reading that the great Larry Munson is stepping down. Yes I am a 35 year old man and really dont care what people think. We are losing a great icon that will never be forgotten or replaced. My father was a graduate of Georgia in the early 60’s. He got me hooked on UGA football. I can remember my dad sitting in the kitchen during Georgia games listening to the Great Larry Munson. My father loved to listen to you Larry. My father passed in July of 2001. I can honestly say that the greatest call of my life was the hobnailed boot. I am a high school football coach and I was on my way to warner robbins for a saturday night football game. I was listening to the game on the radio on the way to my game. Your call was magical. I turned and looked to the sky and said “dad, Larry called another incredible game!” Wish you were hear to hear it. Thank you for all the wonderful memories Larry!!!!!!!

By 7Straight

September 22, 2008 8:44 PM | Link to this

We have been missing Munson for a couple of years now. There will never be another like him. Thanks for the memories—-and the calls that will be played and replayed as long as football exists.

By reality check

September 22, 2008 8:44 PM | Link to this

Sniff…sniff..It has been time for along time. I remember about 15 years ago he was calling a Falcons Game and called Tony Casillis “A Real Big Senior!” What a hack. Should have retired 41 years ago.

By crackerdog

September 22, 2008 8:45 PM | Link to this

Yes I remember Ed Thelenious as well. Even more so, Bill Monday. 14-13 over Auburn for the SEC championship. Fran Tarkington to Bill Heron with 2:06 left. Now that was the “land of milk and honey”! How many games did I listen to on that old RCA radio as Ed said “Imagine your radio dial as we see the field”. Dan McGill was the precursor of Loran Smith. He always met with the opposing team’s sports information director before the game and wished them. “Best of luck every day but today.”

Old’s cool. Go Dogs!

By guy

September 22, 2008 8:46 PM | Link to this

I told my wife last week that I thought Larry Munson would call the Alabama game and retire. I wish that could have happened. There will never be another Mark Richt,Herschel Walker,or David Pollock. Most of all,no one will ever replace Larry Munson.He’s in a class by himself!!!

By Cremins

September 22, 2008 8:48 PM | Link to this

Although it had to happen at some point, it is still sad to hear. Great announcer.

By crackerdog

September 22, 2008 8:52 PM | Link to this

However, I still remember exactly where I was in Tallahassee on the way to the FSU -Navy game when I heard the Lindsay Scott call. Still can’t go through that intersection without yelling “Lindsay Scott! Lindsay Scott!”

By Gary Strickland

September 22, 2008 9:04 PM | Link to this

I’ve been listening to you Larry since 1973 when I was 13. I hope you know your a legend. Saturday when I turn on my radio it will never be the same without you. I can remember many games where we turned down the volume on the TV so you could call the game Bulldog style. I wish you the best and now you can enjoy the Dawgs from your living room with the rest of us! Good luck Larry! We love you!

By Gary Strickland

September 22, 2008 9:04 PM | Link to this

I’ve been listening to you Larry since 1973 when I was 13. I hope you know your a legend. Saturday when I turn on my radio it will never be the same without you. I can remember many games where we turned down the volume on the TV so you could call the game Bulldog style. I wish you the best and now you can enjoy the Dawgs from your living room with the rest of us! Good luck Larry! We love you!

By Gary Strickland

September 22, 2008 9:04 PM | Link to this

I’ve been listening to you Larry since 1973 when I was 13. I hope you know your a legend. Saturday when I turn on my radio it will never be the same without you. I can remember many games where we turned down the volume on the TV so you could call the game Bulldog style. I wish you the best and now you can enjoy the Dawgs from your living room with the rest of us! Good luck Larry! We love you!

By Gary Strickland

September 22, 2008 9:04 PM | Link to this

I’ve been listening to you Larry since 1973 when I was 13. I hope you know your a legend. Saturday when I turn on my radio it will never be the same without you. I can remember many games where we turned down the volume on the TV so you could call the game Bulldog style. I wish you the best and now you can enjoy the Dawgs from your living room with the rest of us! Good luck Larry! We love you!

By DHD

September 22, 2008 9:06 PM | Link to this

How about an article about all of the other folks in Atlanta who have done their jobs. Good grief, this guy announced 12 games a year? What is so great about that? What about the guy who worked at GM 40-50 hours a week for 40 years? What about that guy? I don’t get it.

By rmay

September 22, 2008 9:07 PM | Link to this

Larry.

At 61, I’ve been listening to you since 66, or 40 plus years. Loved everyone of them. Thanks for your class, enthusiasm, and above all the thrills.
I’ll bait your hook, or go get the beer anytime. Thank you my friend, your contribution has been significant.

By James

September 22, 2008 9:10 PM | Link to this

As a young child I remember sitting by the radio and listing to my first broadcast, it was 1980 at Tennessee. As I listed to Larry that night it made me want to listen every weekend. He is the reason that I still follow the dawgs today. Thanks Larry for all the memories.

By Dawgone

September 22, 2008 9:13 PM | Link to this

The first game I remember hearing Larry call was the 1968 Ga Fla game in Jacksonville which Georgia won 51 - 0 in a driving rain storm. Since then players, coaches and even several UGAs have come and gone but Larry has always been there.

There are many of his calls that I can remember exactly where I was and what I was doing at the moment. I remember being on my hands and knees in my living room floor pounding the carpet with my fist and begging Lindsey to run. I remember being on a golf course with head phones on when the sugar fell from the sky. When we broke up the Auburn pass I yelled so loud other golfers just knew I had hit a hole in one. There have been so many great memories I couldnt begin to list them all.

It would be great if we could win it all this year and dedicate the National Championship to Larry. Enjoy your retirement. You will always be remembered and missed.

By Grit Man

September 22, 2008 9:14 PM | Link to this

Thank you Larry for the many great memories that you provided for us Bulldog fans. It was always a wonderful childhood memory of mine to be picking peanuts on a Saturday afternoon in South Georgia while listening to you call a wonderful game. It just did not get any better than that.

By "bout time

September 22, 2008 9:14 PM | Link to this

I cannot believe the people who think this guy could call a game. I tried the “turning down the tv and listening to Larry” It was better to turn down Larry and hear the neighbor’s lawnmower. I love the Bulldogs but the world passed Larry by many many years ago.

By TheMitch

September 22, 2008 9:15 PM | Link to this

I wonder if he’ll get that operation done to remove those marbles in his mouth.

By zenupe75

September 22, 2008 9:18 PM | Link to this

Gamecock here,

Growing up on the border, I’ve listen to Larry for since the 1970’s when I was in high school. Everybody loves Larry Munson. Everybody. He did the Braves when they first came here with Erine and MIlo Hamilton. Hate the Dogs, but love Larry! He will be missed and I probably won’t listen to as many broadcasts. But I’m stuck with AM-750. Ugggggh that Scott Howard gets on my nerves. I miss Larry already. Go Cocks!

By Dr Dawg

September 22, 2008 9:20 PM | Link to this

I can’t ever remember having a patient with a subdural hematoma recover completely without some deficit - Larry was undoubtedly aware of his and yet the courage and fortitude he showed by coming back to the booth to announce the Ga games is remarkable. As the heart and soul of the Bulldog nation he tried to stretch and lean in there for one more yard, one more first down, one more score. Larry - now you get the picture - you’ll be revered and remembered and loved by millions - as long as there are tapes and CDs and a UGA football team, your famous calls will be replayed time and time again bringing chills and thrills to the faithful. Thanks for the many memories.

By who cares?

September 22, 2008 9:24 PM | Link to this

Who Cares?

By Auburn Guy

September 22, 2008 9:26 PM | Link to this

Remember when you watched TV, but you turned the volume down and brought the radio in the room so you could listen to Larry make his calls?

He’ll be missed in College Football, a true class act. But I hope he gets to be a fan, watching and listening to HIS bulldogs.

Auburn lost Jim Fyffe, a wonderful announcer a few years ago due to a sudden death. He and Larry used to ride to games together and there were wonderful stories about both of them.

I’m glad Larry will have time to soak in retirement and enjoy it.

New announcers will do just fine, they just won’t ever be Larry.

By Pete

September 22, 2008 9:29 PM | Link to this

I have listened to him his entire career and my entire life. He is the greatest. I will miss him a lot.

By Pete

September 22, 2008 9:29 PM | Link to this

I have listened to him his entire career and my entire life. He is the greatest. I will miss him a lot.

By gtforever

September 22, 2008 9:33 PM | Link to this

He was and always will be, one of the BEST!

By Dave In Tampa

September 22, 2008 9:33 PM | Link to this

First of all, I tip my hat to the tech folks who came on and have said some nice things about Munson. True class, thank you!

I get goose bumps every time I hear Munson, “Look at the Sugar Falling from the sky” I will miss you alot with thousands of others. God Bless you Mr. Munson

By BJ

September 22, 2008 9:35 PM | Link to this

I think Larry King would make a great replacement for Larry Munson.

By Bullie

September 22, 2008 9:38 PM | Link to this

Thank you Larry for many great years. Now it’s time to steal Wes Durham away from Tech!

By ColaDawg

September 22, 2008 9:42 PM | Link to this

Thanks for all the memories. I’ve bled red and black with you and the Dawgs for years, and know you can never be replaced. My personal favorite: the “Run Lindsay, Run” sequence with the ultimate tag line about the partying sure to follow.

I know your thoughts are with the Dawgs, just as the thoughts, best wishes and prayers of Bulldog Nation are with you. Godspeed, my friend.

By GaDawg

September 22, 2008 9:48 PM | Link to this

DawgHater, you need to check your facts before showing how much of an A$$ you really are. Ed Thlleneous did not fire him he hired him as his replacement you idiot.

I’ve listened to some of the other college announcers on Sirrus on Saturdays. And even though father time has finally caught up with Larry he was still better than what many of the other 1-A schools had to offer. Larry you brought many fond memories to me of working with my dad in the yard on Saturdays with the speakers in the living room window so we could hear you call the game. May God continue to bless you in your retirement. I hope your not giving up the Sunday feature movies with the UGA girls.

By roger

September 22, 2008 9:48 PM | Link to this

God Bless you Larry Munson, you have been the eyes before tv for many people, True class, being from Jesup, Georgia. The Belue to Scott play still feels like yesterday. Thank you.

By Reality Check

September 22, 2008 9:52 PM | Link to this

Who cares?

By Steve

September 22, 2008 9:55 PM | Link to this

The day that many of us have been dreading has finally arrived. Most, if not all, Georgia faithful have seen this coming for a while now. The first couple of games this year, Munson sounded raspy and tired. God bless him for hanging in as long as he did. Georgia football just won’t be quite the same without him.

And as for all of you pathetic, soulless imbeciles who have used this forum to take cheap shots at someone whose shoes you are not fit t polish, get a life. Even Florida fans have more class. Your mothers must be proud.

By Andrew

September 22, 2008 9:55 PM | Link to this

Larry Munson is the voice of College football. Munson has given football fans great moments for decades. My most memorable experience was listening to this man as a youngster right beside my father. I have been listening to Munson for 28 years and I am 31. I did not know who I was listening to at the early age, but my father loved him. That was all that mattered to me. Thanks for the memories from run Lindsay run to hobnail boot. From a Jacksonville Florida Dawg

By sr.citizen dawg

September 22, 2008 9:56 PM | Link to this

Bulldawg football will never be the same without you. I can’t tell you how many hours we have spent together over the past 34 years and I am richer for it. You are and always have been simply the best. Our hopes and prayers are for your happiness, good health and continued success.

By Roy Riegels

September 22, 2008 9:57 PM | Link to this

I’ve never heard a more biased, nonsensical announcer in my life. Being behind a play or two is bad enough, but not even recognizing the right players that are on the field? LM should’ve hung up the headphones a LOOOOOOONG time ago. Pretty much before he ever dreamed of doing what he poorly did.

By Dana

September 22, 2008 9:57 PM | Link to this

OMG I will forever remember Larry . We will miss him so much. We are bulldog lovers ,Raise bulldogs and named one after him calling him Munson. When Larry Was in the hospital in April of this year. I saw him, My Grand mother was in ICU and all the nurses was talking about him,, Man how I wanted to just walk in there and talk with him. My whole family for every game would turn the sound down on the tv and turn the radio up Just to hear him. This weekends game I was looking forward to hearing his voice again. I will miss him so much , The Wright Family in Bishop..

By Jason

September 22, 2008 10:01 PM | Link to this

We will miss you, Larry. I grew up listening to you for 33 years…you are the voice of Georgia football for me and that will never change. I hope you have a wonderful retirement. Thanks for all the wonderful memories!

By Bear Bryant

September 22, 2008 10:04 PM | Link to this

That bug eyed sum bit#h couldn’t call sheet. Good Ridance! What the fuk is a hobnail boot anyway? Ain’t no such thing. What a dumb a*.

By Valinor

September 22, 2008 10:04 PM | Link to this

I have truly, truly regretted this day. I knew it was coming but, selfishly, I always wanted one more game.

As many that have posted here, I was young when Larry started calling the games on radio. I didn’t see a game on TV till I was a teenager. Didn’t need to.

All of the posts here from rival fans wishing Larry well, what a class act! I pity the people who want to make negative comments during such a time.

Larry, get better and enjoy your well deserved time off. There are plenty of fish out there waiting to be caught.

By Paul P.

September 22, 2008 10:09 PM | Link to this

Larry Munson is as much a part of UGA football as the colors red and black. Never for a minute could anyone ever doubt that there was anything else in the world Larry would rather be doing than calling UGA football. Enjoy retirement, Larry! Football fans everywhere will miss your passion! Go Dawgs!

By wiseoldawg

September 22, 2008 10:12 PM | Link to this

Thanks, Larry. You more than anyone are the reason why I am such a fan of the Dawgs. God bless you . My heart is to full to say more.

By tim

September 22, 2008 10:16 PM | Link to this

I’m not what you would call a Dawg fan but I have nothing but respect for Larry Munson. He made it OK to be a homer. Why is that such a bad thing? He always seemed p** to go to Loren on the sideline. Still don’t know how Loren has a job. I will miss Larry and yelling at the radio, What’s the damn score man just say the damn score!!!!!! A true homer in an era where that’s a bad thing.

By Mike

September 22, 2008 10:18 PM | Link to this

As I come up on the big 6-0 in a few weeks, I can remember all the way back to the 1950’s when Munson called the baseball games for the Nashvile Vols. We could not pick up the Crackers at night, so catching them at Sulpher Dell with the 255 foot fence in right field was my first time to hear him call a game of any kind. There There is absolutely no way UGA can ever repay him for the effort he expended in building the Bulldog Nation. Hope Coach Richt will dedicate the hoped for victory against Alabama to him. There is a time to pick on your rivals, but this is not one of them. As far as these classless clowns who find that it is appropriate to ridicule a sports legend who is in declining health, they probably would have ridculed Lou Gehrig when he was dying of A L S. G T F Up you lowlife lizards.

By LoMac

September 22, 2008 10:20 PM | Link to this

Yep, I will miss the riveting clear descriptions like “and we tackle him over there” Good Riddance

By CitizenK9

September 22, 2008 10:20 PM | Link to this

The Dawg’s War Correspondent

With troups in harm’s way I’m reluctant to use this comparison, but in my mind he was a war correspondent reporting live from the front line. Focused, serious, precise-and when the game called for it -urgent, intense, and spontaneous (Leading to quotes we’ll never forget). A Homer but always honest in his assessments and professional in carrying out his duties. He conveyed a measured sense of satisfaction after a win and somber resignation after a loss. But even after a loss, Larry’s voice gave us some comfort and optimism. Hearing him reminded us we’d fight again another day and he’d be there with us.

A treasure that can’t be replaced

By Jim Rivers

September 22, 2008 10:23 PM | Link to this

Miss him??? Well, I will be aware that he is no longer there but that’s all

By lijb

September 22, 2008 10:26 PM | Link to this

now i know why uga looked the way he did on saturday afternoon

By Louise

September 22, 2008 10:43 PM | Link to this

I am very sad right now but I have wonderful memories of hearing Larry on the radio. There’s nothin’ finer in the land than reliving the great call with Ga. & Florida (Lindsey Scott, Lindsey Scott, Run Lindsey… etc!) I pray his pain will go away and he will fish as long as he wants to. Our Bulldog Nation will never forget him.

By Finally!!

September 22, 2008 10:46 PM | Link to this

I don’t think you people really know what you’re talking about. I grew up with his son who he practically abandoned. Munson was drunken dirtbag and college football will be better off without him.

By Lacey

September 22, 2008 10:46 PM | Link to this

We were so very lucky to have such a wonderful announcer all these years. Larry, we sure will miss you! You deserve a long standing ovation!

By kenr

September 22, 2008 10:50 PM | Link to this

Thank you for the memories,they last a lifetime. If you would like to go fishing on Lake Eufaula let me know! God speed my friend! Ken Greene

By USAFdawg757

September 22, 2008 11:01 PM | Link to this

There are 2 men whose voices I most associate with my childhood. Paul Harvey is one and Larry Munson the other. You are and forever will be revered and beloved in the annals or the Bulldawg Nation. WE SALUTE YOU!!!

By Bullzeye

September 22, 2008 11:10 PM | Link to this

My God he’s only a Freshman….

By Vegas Dawg

September 22, 2008 11:15 PM | Link to this

What a great announcer. God Bless you Larry.

By bill

September 22, 2008 11:15 PM | Link to this

Don’t let the screen door hitcha on your way out.

Georgia fans exploited this doddering old man for far too long just to compensate for small penis syndrome.

By kent

September 22, 2008 11:18 PM | Link to this

you can always tell a UGA fan… BUT NOT MUCH!!!!!

By dude

September 22, 2008 11:19 PM | Link to this

Larry - You were the only one who ever approached John Ward’s excellence, and I’ll always respect you for that. Good luck.

By NELSON

September 22, 2008 11:23 PM | Link to this

Larry Munson was one of the reasons that college football is such a great game. Goodbye and Godspeed to you. This Yellowjacket will miss you.

By USAFdawg757

September 22, 2008 11:24 PM | Link to this

BILL = TERENCE MOORE

By K**

September 22, 2008 11:26 PM | Link to this

so now that Munson is done, will WSB shorten the broadcasts from 17 hours to around 5 or so? Jesus Christ, they start at 3:30 on Friday, and go until 6 AM on Sunday. Can you really stand 18 HOURS OF SCOTT HOWARD? I don’t think so.

By Dickey

September 22, 2008 11:27 PM | Link to this

Retiring? He must have found his pants.

By bill

September 22, 2008 11:28 PM | Link to this

Talkin to me, chairforce757?

By jill

September 22, 2008 11:33 PM | Link to this

Since the question was how much will you miss the bloviatior…Do negative numbers count? -1,000,000,000,000 I will be happy not to hear him. And the clock ticks ticks ticks. Loren whattcha got…Well Larry I just figgered out why they call them Tight Ends. Farking Pansy! G******* I need a drink. Got the w******* lined up for after the game, Scott?

By bill

September 22, 2008 11:39 PM | Link to this

USAFdawg757 , you know where I am

By xenu

September 22, 2008 11:42 PM | Link to this

Now if we could just get rid of Zeier, Howard, Smith and Williams.

By 74 Graduate

September 22, 2008 11:46 PM | Link to this

To many of us who actually spent our four years at UGA and graduated, Larry has been a constant embarassment, casting humiliation among all who attend or attended UGA. There have been too many times that we have watched a game on tv while listening to Munson on the radio, and seriously wondered what game Munson was watching (cause it surely wasn’t the same one we were watching). He should have found something else to do LONG ago. The only reason he is regarded as a legend is that he’s sat there for so long . Oh well, all bad things eventually come to an end…UGA eventually evolved from just being a running “three yards and a cloud of dust” team to a well-rounded team with a balanced ground and air attack….and now we will actually get an announcer who can actually give accurate play by play who doesn’t sound like he talks with marbles in his mouth.

By hoot

September 22, 2008 11:46 PM | Link to this

Doesn’t ISP own the broadcast rights to UGA just like the do GA TECH? Hopefully, Now ISP will step in and make the UGA broadcasts as professional as the rest of the ISP stable. Real announcers, 5 hours or so start to finish, no HOMERS.

By hobnailed boot

September 22, 2008 11:47 PM | Link to this

I wish Larry Munson well with his health and a happy retirement. But other than that I just don’t understand why people admire the man and call him classy of all things.

I’m sorry but just don’t respect a major college announcer that proudly declares “we just stepped on their noses with a hobnailed boot, we broke their noses, we crushed their face”. In the history of college football I’ve never seen a more classless utterance from an announcer.

Don’t even try to defend that. That was just plain classless and I can’t understand what kind of a fan base would love a trashtalker like that? At most other places people would have demanded that the man be fired.

Only at Georgia would they celebrate someone who exhibits such poor sportsmanship.

By Mark

September 22, 2008 11:48 PM | Link to this

Larry is the only UGA announcer I have known. Back in the 70’s, before cable and television deals, every Saturday dad would get out a radio, set it next to his chair and turn on the game. and just before the start of the game came those words, “Now get the picture.”

In the 80’s we often turned down the volume on the television and turned on the same old radio. Always better than someone who did not have the feeling for the DAWGS.

In the late 90’s and 2000’s, when I moved to Virginia, I could pickup UGA night games.

With the announcement of his retirement, it is going to hard to get the picture now.

By Steve

September 22, 2008 11:56 PM | Link to this

I don’t know who would be the best play by play guy as a replacement, but I think that Buck Belue would be an excellent choice to take over color commentary!

By jules

September 23, 2008 12:07 AM | Link to this

Now get the picture. I got 2 ho’s on my lap and I’m hard. My toup is about to fall off I’m so excited. oh Shat! I blew my load before the hour was over. Loren what you got? Well Larry, Peter North is bragging about how great a lover I am.

By jules

September 23, 2008 12:08 AM | Link to this

Now get the picture. I got 2 ho’s on my lap and I’m hard. My toup is about to fall off I’m so excited. oh Shat! I blew my load before the hour was over. Loren what you got? Well Larry, Peter North is bragging about how great a lover I am.

By jules

September 23, 2008 12:11 AM | Link to this

Now get the picture. I got 2 ho’s on my lap and I’m hard. My toup is about to fall off I’m so excited. oh Shat! I blew my load before the hour was over. Loren what you got? Well Larry, Peter North is bragging about how great a lover I am.

By Vince

September 23, 2008 12:31 AM | Link to this

I have listened to Larry since the 60’s and lived and died by his calls. What set Larry apart from other announcers was he said what you were feeling. Larry’s comments were never scripted such as “Oh my or shakin an bakin” and “Sugar falling out of the sky and hunker down you guys one more time” are timeless legends. Scott Howard, hunker down for all us bulldog fans you have a great tradition to carry on.

By phil

September 23, 2008 12:44 AM | Link to this

Loran Smith says “I guess I’m the senior guy now, aren’t I”—as questions arise as to who will do play by play.

By hoop

September 23, 2008 12:46 AM | Link to this

Scott Howard silent as Loran Smith declares he’s in charge, “senior guy now”

By bob

September 23, 2008 12:49 AM | Link to this

Still no response as Smith tries to seize job—“I’m the senior guy now” says Loran Smith. Scott Howard silent for once, unlike Bulldog Games.

By hume

September 23, 2008 12:53 AM | Link to this

I can’t wait for the Loran Smith play by play…

Well looky here, georgia’s in white pants, which you shouldn’t wear before labor day, while Alabama is in all black…

By news

September 23, 2008 12:58 AM | Link to this

It’s so much fun chopping up s** to make words say things other than they mean. thanks AJC for the opportunity for me to do what you do every day, even if it’s only for a little while. Lying cheating liberal wackos.

By huge

September 23, 2008 1:01 AM | Link to this

Scott Howard looks to Alexander Haig, pending Smith statement that “he is the senior guy now”

By michael katz

September 23, 2008 1:08 AM | Link to this

I understand the nostalgia factor, but he was so pessimistic! UGA could be up by 30 points and he would be worried! I hope the next guy is not such a “Debbie Downer”

By OMG

September 23, 2008 1:08 AM | Link to this

OMG!

Munson’s dead?

By Ms. Saint Paul

September 23, 2008 1:10 AM | Link to this

I have known Larry for many years. He would remember everyone and we would talk about Minnesota and events. Larry Munson is a multi-versital person and I will always remember his kindness.

By Steve

September 23, 2008 1:11 AM | Link to this

Dear Mr. Munson, We all knew the day would come. We didn’t want the day to come. The Bulldog Nation owes you a great debt of gratitude for the grand job you’ve done. I have gone to extreme lengths to put myself in position to hear your call of Georgia football games. It’s been better than my grandmother’s fried chicken. Anyone else; CBS, ABC, ESPN, anyone at all, for all my 30 plus years of listening is a very poor 2d. You are the best! Thanks, Larry

By mike

September 23, 2008 1:23 AM | Link to this

Larry thought he knew me for years. he’d talk to the trash can, and call it mike. I didn’t have the heart to tell him in the final days when he called Scott “gabby”, or Loran ” long winded guy who writes a column that somebody reads” that he needed to be put in a home. But when he finally started calling Vince Dooley “madam of the house” we all knew it was time.

By ............................................BuLLdawg

September 23, 2008 1:54 AM | Link to this

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In all of sports, Larry Munson is the best announcer of all-time. Baseball had a few like him. College Football used to have some like him. None have endured to this day, but Larry Munson. We Georgia Bulldogs have always turned off every broadcast volume except for his. Our opponents recognize that in post-game comments, they are forced to respond to his call of the game. Everyone knows Larry Munson is a Georgia Bulldog. We are worried about this team’s strength. My God, they are good. Run. Run. Run. We just broke them. He’s open in the end zone. Down the sideline, we go. We just ran right over them. A Freshman. I wish Larry Munson nothing but the best personally. For all the kids who never will get their play at Georgia immortalized, we can always imitate Larry Munson and how he would have told the world how the play actually looked. His grovel voice pleading that our opponent not be as good as they seemed to Larry Munson, clearly endeared himself to every opponent each week. My God, they are good he would exclaim. If you haven’t already, you might want to read the comments by other teams’ fans about how much they Love Larry Munson. One would think that he partisan Georgia Bulldog viewpoint would grate on our opponents. It never did. They would just sit there and listen in awe with all the rest of the sports’ world. There might never be another who can emulate, but there should be a School of Journalism course designed to do nothing but study how a game is described for their fans. In closing out his illustrious career, it is only fitting that he would think of us. If you want to be a broadcaster, you must have a thorough study of how he so enjoys life and knows that he is there for us to color the pageantry of a sports’ contest. “I can’t express enough my deep feelings toward the Georgia football fans,” Munson said in a release. “They have been so friendly especially during this most recent period of time. I feel I owe them so much more than I can give. I’ll remember all the great times with the Dogs and have the fondest wishes and good luck toward them all.” It is not us that you owe, but we. Thank you.

I nominate Larry Munson for The Legendary Larry Munson Award.

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By David Holton

September 23, 2008 2:38 AM | Link to this

Larry: As a Georgia Fan, I will miss you calling the games. You will be truly miss. I wish you good health. You are truly a legend. Take Care & God Bless from your Fan from Ga-Lina David Holton

By Tripp Pledge Jones

September 23, 2008 2:48 AM | Link to this

I have nothing but fond memories of Larry calling the games play by play. I remember when I was a college student, at the time we didn’t have cable in the dorm rooms, however we would cling to the speaker boxes and watch Larry call the games play by play. Larry Munson will be missed.

By David Holton

September 23, 2008 2:51 AM | Link to this

Larry: As a TRUE Georgia Fan, I will miss calling the games. You are a legend in broadcasting. I wish you good health. Take Care & God Bless from your FAN in Ga-Lina David

By GA Patriot

September 23, 2008 3:01 AM | Link to this

The comment by Bulldawg says it all. Thanks Bulldawg. Nothing more needs to be added to this blog. Larry thanks for the many years making Ga football so memorable. Your calls are pricelees and should go into Ga hall of Fame.

By GA Patriot

September 23, 2008 3:01 AM | Link to this

The comment by Bulldawg says it all. Thanks Bulldawg. Nothing more needs to be added to this blog. Larry thanks for the many years making Ga football so memorable. Your calls are priceless and should go into Ga hall of Fame.

By Steve

September 23, 2008 3:43 AM | Link to this

What is the U. of Ga. waiting for? Honor Larry Munson by naming something after him. The press box, the broadcast booth, the whole darned stadium…. at least something!!!

By dawgman

September 23, 2008 5:00 AM | Link to this

A friend retired today. I didn’t know him, but yet I did. He taught me a lot.

He taught me to get the picture.He reminded me that Ole Miss had a huge offensive line and we were soooo small up front. He taught me that “down in the corner” meant we scored, even though he never told me that. I knew he hated Tennessee, but he never told me that either. I never had to look at the clock in a close game because he read it for me…sixteen…fifteen…fourteen…thirteen… watch the clock! watch the clock!

A friend retired today. A gold watch is hardly enough. Maybe 13 wins and a couple of trophies will help. Right now I’m not sure.

By Andrew

September 23, 2008 5:20 AM | Link to this

One of the earliest memories I have is sitting on the floor at home watching the Dawgs and listening to Larry Munson.

By walt

September 23, 2008 6:14 AM | Link to this

Actually, not much. It was obvious that he rarely prepared for a game, using simply “them” and “us” when calling plays because he only knew the names a few players. I’m glad he’s out of here.

By a reader

September 23, 2008 6:48 AM | Link to this

I never heard him. Nor will I hear his replacement, as watching a game is a waste of precious time. Let’s play in a game instead, and have fun doing it. Or, do something … like … read, study, travel, swim, hunt, date, fish, etc.

By Georgia

September 23, 2008 6:52 AM | Link to this

Wouldn’t you think for just one day that everyone could just say some nice things. I’ll bet you that not ONE Tech Fan had anything bad to say here. I can assure that real Ga. & Tech Fans took the high road, as well as people who support most other Schools. What you have here is a few people who hate their job, hate their family, hate everything.You didn’t have to like Larry, but you should show some respect.I’ll tell you what, why don’t all you losers go to work and tell your Boss what you posted here. You may find that you will get the mop and broom pulled right out of your hand and you will be looking for another job. Your post says a lot about you. I just don’t get it. No one yet knows exactly why Larry quit this week. I’m sure you don’t care. Another thing, I have been a Georgia Fan all my life. I have never hated Ga. Tech. I have always hoped they won every game, except against us. I don’t think that most negative posters would be so vicious if their name, address & picture suddenly appeared by their post.

By Barry

September 23, 2008 6:58 AM | Link to this

Thank you for bringing all the games to life in my living on the days I was not to attend in person. I will ways appreciate the home town voice. I have three sons, and all have heard the stories from run Lindsey run, to run Hershel,- to David Pollack. thank for all the memories. what cha got Loran.

By WP

September 23, 2008 7:04 AM | Link to this

Thanks for all the great calls. You are right there with UGA as #1 DAWG

By James Stroud

September 23, 2008 7:10 AM | Link to this

Asking us “the people of Georgia” how much we will miss Larry Munson is like asking us how much we will miss our best friend, a member of our family, our childhood days. A piece of the magic is gone and a piece of us that longed for fall Saturday afternoons listening to him is gone too. Larry is a piece of Georgia just as much as that red clay that prevades the state. We will be sad to be assured but such is the way of life, time marches on but don’t fret…We have our memories..and we must consider ourselves lucky to have even had him at all. I just hope that one day I can hear him again call games in Heaven. I love you Dad!

By Murphy

September 23, 2008 7:25 AM | Link to this

Im speachless.I knew this day would come,but Im still not ready for Larry to go.I remember watching the Dawgs play on t.v and turning down the sound so I could turn up the radio and listen to Larry call the action.Larry you will always be #1 with us.I have a 17,7 and 5 year old that know Larry Munson and I do believe as generations go by,Larry,s calls will always be remembered.

By marie

September 23, 2008 7:28 AM | Link to this

I will truly miss you. If there ever was a true legend- YOU ARE IT!!!! I knew this day would come, but it feels like part of me is gone. I cannot stop crying. Let’s GO DAWGS- make 2008 for Larry- win it ALL!!! GOD BLESS you Larry and enjoy your retirement and follow the LORD!! Love ya much.

By Greg

September 23, 2008 7:39 AM | Link to this

My first memories of UGA football was of Mr. Munson calling the games. Many years later I attended UGA. Larry thank you for the memories! You will be missed!!! Enjoy your retirement you earned it.

By aps

September 23, 2008 7:49 AM | Link to this

I will miss Larry but can he take that insufferable Loran Smith with him into retirement?

By Bear

September 23, 2008 8:01 AM | Link to this

Long overdue. He should have retired years ago. Hearing him talk with that old scratchy voice was painful to hear.

By Patrick Bushue

September 23, 2008 8:02 AM | Link to this

Larry, There will never be another broadcaster like you. I will miss you deeply every football Saturday. May the fish always be biting and your ashes long. Farewell my friend and hunker down for Larry on Saturday against Alabama.

By Dean

September 23, 2008 8:14 AM | Link to this

Larry, you are the best. As a kid growing up in South Carolina, I loved listening to two announcers. Bob Fulton for Carolina and you for Georgia. Announcers are not the same today. From the Gamecock Nation, we wish you all the best.

By Jeff

September 23, 2008 8:19 AM | Link to this

Before every game was on TV you had radio games. The play by play guy had to paint a visual for the listener.

Larry MADE Georgia Football! “My God, we just beat Tennessee in Knoxville” or “Look at the sugar falling out of the sky” are more than calls, they are poetry.

Bless you Larry, the era of radio has passed, but for us gray beards, we remember sunny Saturday afternoons when you would set the table for us. Thanks for the memories!

By #1 Munson Fan

September 23, 2008 8:22 AM | Link to this

Larry,

Honestly I am not sure if the Dawgs will be the same. You wil always be a part of my findest memories watching Dawgs football. Yes I said watching because as a child I remember my father would ALWAYS turn the volume down on the TV and listen to you on the radio while the Dawgs played. To borrow a Cliche from the USMC, many people have to wonder what mark they made on this world, you will never have to wonder that.

Thank You,

Dallas, GA

By David

September 23, 2008 8:23 AM | Link to this

thanks Larry, there will never be another

By Scott Miner

September 23, 2008 8:32 AM | Link to this

whenever I would hear Larry call the Georgia games instead of him saying”They are on the 20 yard line” he would make it personal”WE are on the 20 yard line”. I have never heard any announcer do that. Being from Michigan and hearing the likes of Ernie Harwell and George Kell calling Tiger games and Frank Beckmann calling U of M football games to see that Larry is retiring is a sad day in sports.

For all you have done Larry…you are the one!!!

By RonB

September 23, 2008 8:33 AM | Link to this

I’m a die-hard ‘Jacket, but I know an icon when I see one. Larry Munson is a treasure, and all of us need to take a deep breath when a treasure is no longer before us. Thanks, LM.

By Turner

September 23, 2008 8:48 AM | Link to this

I heard Larry call a UGA game before I ever had cable in WAX/ SILVER CREEK Georgia. He brought the game to life. He is Georgia Football in many many ways.

By Tech is NO. 1

September 23, 2008 8:50 AM | Link to this

Munson was way overrated and he should have quit 25 years ago. Wes Durham, now there is a REAL announcer! GO JACKETS!!

By Charlie Weston

September 23, 2008 9:14 AM | Link to this

Larry Munson was, to put it simply, the voice of my childhood.

I was 6 years old when he became a legend when Rex Robinson beat Kentucky in Lexington. When I was 8, I remember my dad and I huddled with a transistor radio trying to listen to Herschel’s debut in Knoxville. After Munson’s call, “He’s running over people! Oh you Herschel Walker!”, my dad said, “Munson’s going nuts!”

I used to listen to the old cassette tapes of the seasons (before DVD or even VHS). Names like Richard Appleby, Gene Washington, Matt Robinson, Willie McLendon, Jeff Pyburn, Buck Belue, Amp Arnold, Lindsey Scott, Scott Woerner, John Lastinger, and of course, Herschel Walker. Those were the heroes of my youth and their stories were told in vivid and gut-wrenching detail by one of the great story tellers, Larry Munson.

In an era before every game was televised, Larry Munson was the voice of the Dawgs and he will be missed more than he could possibly know.

Let’s just say, everything I needed to know I learned from reading the Bible, talking with my dad, and listening to Larry Munson.

By mayretter local

September 23, 2008 9:16 AM | Link to this

Thanks Larry!!!!! We’ll miss ya!!!

By True Jacket

September 23, 2008 9:18 AM | Link to this

Even a die-hard Jacket who bleeds White and Gold has to tip his hat. I wish you the best, Mr. Munson.

By Tucker

September 23, 2008 9:18 AM | Link to this

As an LSU fan, I appreciate Larry Munson as the last survivor of the primarily radio era when nearly every SEC school had an exceptional radio announcer, who could colorfully paint word pictures of what was happening on and around the field. When TV coverage was not so thoroughly pervasive, this was an absolute necessity for diehard SEC fans across the South. Munson is a certified member of that elite club of announcers like Ferguson at LSU, Forney at Alabama, Ward at Tennessee, honorary member Ciraldo at Tech, etc.

By dawgmom

September 23, 2008 9:19 AM | Link to this

Too bad he could not have done one last game between the hedges to get a proper send off and be honored in Dawg Style….but maybe he didn’t want that kind of fanfare, or maybe he’s just too tired to go on.

Anyway, Larry, it won’t be the same without you. Thanks for the memories.

By duh

September 23, 2008 9:24 AM | Link to this

To all the morons that say Larry was a trashtalker and had no class, THE CALLS WEREN’T MEANT FOR YOU!!!!!!!!!! They were for GEORGIA fans. My God, I still can’t get over how many Jack*$$es there are in this world. Anyway, Thanks for the memories Larry and take care.

By Karen

September 23, 2008 9:27 AM | Link to this

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you, Larry Munson…for bringing the Dawgs!!! to us thur your voice…you will always be the voice of the Georgia Bulldogs…God Bless and good health…you will be truly missed by all….Karen

By Karen

September 23, 2008 9:28 AM | Link to this

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you, Larry Munson…for bringing the Dawgs!!! to us thur your voice…you will always be the voice of the Georgia Bulldogs…God Bless and good health…you will be truly missed by all….Karen

By Pau;

September 23, 2008 9:46 AM | Link to this

God: “So, You’re the great Larry Munson - the voice of my Georgia Bulldogs!” Larry: “Uh. yes, Lord.” God: “I knew you were on your way, of course, so before I let you into the Kingdom for a peaceful eternity, you have gotta do it one more time, the “Run, Lindsey, run,” and, of course, Herschel and the “Hobnail Boot…Boy did I get a chuckle out of that!”. “And, finally, I’ve let it be known that I’ve broken your mold so there won’t be another Larry Munson.” “Don’t worry, the Bulldog Nation agrees with me (but, then again, they’d better!). “I will also let you have all the Ugas that are here so you can have some ‘heavenly’ pets!” Larry Munson: “Uh, thanks Lord.” I must admit, I had a great ride for 43 years and I’m glad you enjoyed the games listening to them as much as I had describing You and the Bulldog Nation each and every movement.”

God Bless you in retirement, Larry. You’re video tributes made an old man get tears in his eyes re-living the moments of infamy.

By ewe1987

September 23, 2008 10:03 AM | Link to this

I just listened to a clip of Munson’s greatest calls on YouTube. There seemed to be a lot of water in my eyes all of a sudden. I started to grab a tissue; that’s when I saw my “I’m Georgia” towel hanging in a corner in my office. It just seemed more appropriate, so I used it instead. Dawgs, please manhandle the Tide this weekend as a tribute to Munson. Thank you Larry for all the wonderful memories!

By fildawg

September 23, 2008 10:07 AM | Link to this

Enjoy your retirement Uncle Larry. You poured your heart and soul into our Dawgs and worked every bit as hard as any player on the field. You will forever be a part of Bulldog legend and I will share your greatness with my children and grandchildren.

Thank you! Go Dawgs!

By Donnie

September 23, 2008 10:11 AM | Link to this

Alright boys, Let’s win one for Munson.

By Larry Fan

September 23, 2008 10:17 AM | Link to this

Larry had the knack of painting a mental picture for the listeners that made you feel like you were in the stadium, he spiced things up with quips and phrases that made you laugh often during the broadcast even when the game situation was tense, and he was an unabashed fan but told it like it was. I`ll miss him, with all respect to the other PBP announcers out there, he is and will remain totally unique.

By Tim H

September 23, 2008 10:30 AM | Link to this

The last of a dying breed. I am sure in the heydey of radio there were probably better, but for a middle-aged UGA fan, there was nothing better. It has not hit me that it is over. Larry started preparing us for the day last year when he stopped doing the away games. For it to be over just like that, I cannot imagine. I can recall back to 1978 listening to the UGA - Kentucky game and Larry calling the final minutes. In 1980, UGA games were not always on TV and I listened to Larry every week. So many great UGA football memories and all of them crystalized by Larry’s call of the action. Reading just the text of some of his calls that are included on this page brought a smile to my face and a bit of a chuckle. I hope they give Larry a nice tribute at UGA. He deserves. To Larry: To me, you are the best. To perform your job at such a top level up into your mid 80s is astounding. You are better than anyone at giving down and distance. I scream at the radio begging today’s announcers to give me this info after a play. You have brought many, many hours of entertainment to me over the years. I hope that you have time for a lot of fishing and are in good health for the remainder of your life. Don’t be a stranger. Come see us at the stadium when you are able.

By Former Redcoat

September 23, 2008 10:32 AM | Link to this

Larry Munson was a class act and will be missed by this great Bulldawg Nation. To GT grad, we happen to like “homers” around here. What’s wrong with showing a little emotion and excitement. This is not a one size fits all world, but be sure, Larry fit Georgia just fine!

To Fla Gator, how proud your fellow gators must be to see in print just how low and insensitive people can be. The old adage “If you can’t say anything nice, don’t say anything at all has has never been more appropriate.

We’ll miss you, Larry!

By #1 Munson Fan

September 23, 2008 10:44 AM | Link to this

Is it coincidence that there will be a blackout between the hedges this weekend? If so it is eery. I know the talk is that this was discussed on the trip back from ASU but I think it is certainly is a GREAT coincidencs. The blackout is for special games, or those of exceptional importance, I can think of no greater importance than a proper send off for Mr. Munson. How about a true stomping with the hobnailed boot? I think so!

By Gator Fan

September 23, 2008 11:00 AM | Link to this

Gee whiz, now when the Bulldawgs are losing, I won’t be able to tune in and hear all the pathetic excuses hunkering down from the Whiner in Chief—Larry Munson. A sad day for radio comedians.

By Jug Tavern Dawg

September 23, 2008 11:08 AM | Link to this

This is a day we all knew would eventually arrive, but still somehow thought it never would.

Thank you Larry for everything…..DAMN GOOD DAWG!

By Victor

September 23, 2008 11:35 AM | Link to this

He has the most ANNOYING voice on radio. He was basically the primary reason I didn’t listen to the Georgia games. I had hoped this day would come for quite some time now, and I’m glad it finally has. To quote him in a past game “The kick is, the kick is, the kick is….NO GOOD!!! Georgia looses again!!!” You go Larry, and PLEASE stay away from the microphone.

By Aunt Leo

September 23, 2008 11:53 AM | Link to this

“we just stepped on their noses with a hobnailed boot, we broke their noses, we crushed their face”. Hey,”hobnailed boot”, that’s what we call a metaphor. If you are so offended by the language, why do you choose that moniker? Yep, Larry is a big time “homer”, but so what? Clearly, he’s the voice of a thousand happy Saturdays. Every school has its cherished traditions that matter to no one but the supporters of the school, and listening to Larry Munson, I’m proud to say, is OURS. So, thanks Larry, we’ll long miss you and cherish your calls. Thanks to the supporters of other schools for their kind words, and a big bite in the butt from Uga for the negative folks.

By RC

September 23, 2008 12:40 PM | Link to this

It’s a sad day for the bulldog nation. Larry you will be missed.

I remember listening to the 2002 UGA/AU game and nearly wrecking my truck when Munson called the touchdown to Johnson in the corner.

“Touchdown! Oh God a Touchdown”

I was so drawn into that game, I completely ignored the red traffic light.

I’m one of many that has muted the TV so we could listen to Larry call the game. When the TV and radio wouldn’t sync up, I’d just turn off the TV and listen to Larry.

Larry, you are a legend in red and black. God bless you and may the fishing holes be good to you!

By Vicki

September 23, 2008 1:49 PM | Link to this

Flagator said really needs to keep their opinion to themselve until the are intelligent enough to type/spell correctly, but with a comment like that what can you expect from a Gator?

I nominate David Pollock for Larry’s job, there’s a history and all the Bulldawg nation loves him.

By Gator Fan

September 23, 2008 1:58 PM | Link to this

I am a Gator fan first, but loved to watch or listen to the Dogs when the Gators were not playing at the same time. It will definitely not be the same when I turn the radio on to listen to the Dogs play and not hear Larry Munson…..he is one of a kind and will truly be missed on his play by play…I always enjoyed and loved his rhetoric in describing the plays……Larry, take care of your health and you will be missed!!!!!

By Earl

September 23, 2008 3:56 PM | Link to this

awww too bad he won’t be blabbing when bama crushes them this weekend…

UGAY Mantra - oh, wait until next year - we are going to win it all….

mediocre announcer for a mediocre state and university!

ROLL TIDE BABY>>>

By wallydawg

September 23, 2008 4:08 PM | Link to this

Larry is and always will be a beloved member of the Dawg family and a legend, of course. In even his greatest call, it was like listening to your uncle call the game. When Lindsey scott beat Florida, he never did say, except finally and obliquely, that Scott had scored a touchdown!

By bulldog

September 23, 2008 5:15 PM | Link to this

there is only one word to say and that is munson.are the dawgs need to put a decal on thier helment that says
‘munson” ‘

By catlady

September 23, 2008 5:17 PM | Link to this

One damn good football announcer! Let the Big Dawg rest!

By valdostagator

September 23, 2008 5:38 PM | Link to this

As an orange and blue UF grad, and a lifelong football fan, I wish Larry Munson all the best. It is impossible to think of Georgia football without recalling his voice. Any true fan of college football, regardless of allegiance, should be saddened by the loss of this link to the great history of the SEC. Although, I DO get tired of hearing the Lindsay Scott call in replays every year!

By Jim

September 23, 2008 7:12 PM | Link to this

I grew up in Athens and was attending Barrow Elementary when I first remember hearing Larry Munson. We lived in Married housing and the sounds from Sanford stadium used to wake us every Saturday in the fall. I even got my haircut by Mr. Munson’s barber, Herschel Reeves, at Five Points Barber Shop. Larry was as important to the Georgia program as the Hedges, the Tracks (pre 1980’s), Herschel Walker, Erk Russell, Vince Dooley or anyone else for that matter.

It was only after college, when I had moved away, that I realized how important hearing his calls were to me. I used to tell my friends up North, but they didn’t get it. Nor did I expect them to. After moving back to Atlanta in the mid 90’s, I got to hear him again. For me, nothing sounded sweeter than that gravelly howl. For all the times at Loco’s on Harris Street where it was understood that when it is time for the game, the music goes off and on comes Larry. Or sitting and tailgating with friends doing impressions of our favorite calls. Mr. Munson you will be missed more than you will ever know, but you have left each of us so many memories that will live in our hearts forever. Your calls will be retold to my children (as they are too young to get it) for years to come. Thank you sir!!!!!

By newt

September 23, 2008 9:49 PM | Link to this

How can you tell a bulldog fan? He’s the one counting on his fingers during the GED exam.

By god

September 23, 2008 9:52 PM | Link to this

Uh, cuz HITLER used a hobnailed boot?

GODWIN!

By god

September 23, 2008 9:54 PM | Link to this

Uh, cuz HITLER used a hobnailed boot?

GODWIN!

By id

September 23, 2008 10:01 PM | Link to this

…”THE CALLS WEREN’T MEANT FOR YOU!!!!!!!!!! They were for GEORGIA fans.”— Takes an Idiot to appreciate one.

By id

September 23, 2008 10:04 PM | Link to this

…”THE CALLS WEREN’T MEANT FOR YOU!!!!!!!!!! They were for GEORGIA fans.”— Takes an Idiot to appreciate one.

By you

September 23, 2008 10:12 PM | Link to this

“—-why don’t all you losers go to work and tell your Boss what you posted here ” ——If I did that, I’d get a raise, because my boss was smart enough NOT to go to UG.

By ugo

September 24, 2008 12:37 AM | Link to this

there is only one word to say and that is munson.are the dawgs need to put a decal on thier helment that says MORON” ‘

By ufda

September 24, 2008 12:45 AM | Link to this

I’d rather hear CLARK Howard call UGA than SCOTT Howard. At least I’d save money by not buying worthless UGA shat.

By larry

September 24, 2008 12:49 AM | Link to this

“Larry is and always will be a beloved member of the Dawg family and a legend, of course. In even his greatest call, it was like listening to your uncle call the game.” Yep, Your Alcoholic Uncle Pervey.

By astro

September 24, 2008 12:53 AM | Link to this

I love astroturfing like Obama, and the AJC.

By yup

September 24, 2008 1:01 AM | Link to this

So what’s up with the HOWARD last name? Horowitz? Scott Howard _ Clark Howard __ Rabinowitz? Finkelstein? Hyatt? Dreyfus? Miller? Meyer?

By Call it Like it is

September 24, 2008 7:59 AM | Link to this

As a Gator Fan, no one can ever call a game better than Larry Munson.

He will be missed.

Best of Luck & Health Larry.

Enough Said!

By harry strickland

September 24, 2008 7:47 PM | Link to this

I AM A GA TECH FAN,I AM A LARRY MUNSON FAN. THANKS FOR ENTERTANING ME ALL THESE YEARS. ERKS EAGLE

By id

September 24, 2008 9:02 PM | Link to this

Harry, no need to shout, it is a flashing red and blue warning light that you are a georgia troll. Nice try, though.

By huge

November 1, 2008 9:14 PM | Link to this

It’s funny how WSB YAMMERS ON AND ON WHEN GEORGIA WINS FOR LIKE 7 HOURS AFTER THE GAME, BUT THEY SHUT THE F*** UP IN 45 MINUTES WHEN THEY GET ASSKICKED. WSB SUCKS.