NASHVILLE, Tenn. – March 12, 2021 – Mike Keith, award-winning broadcaster, and voice of the Tennessee Titans, is a 2021 Inductee of the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame. Keith was told of his selection during a surprise video call by Tennessee Sports Hall of Famers Charles Davis and Eddie George on Thursday.
Keith is a Franklin native and a graduate of the University of Tennessee. From 1987-1998, Keith worked with the Vol Radio Network, WIVK Radio and WBIR-TV in Knoxville. Keith served on the Tennessee Oilers Radio Network in 1997 and 1998 as the Oilers played in Memphis and at Vanderbilt University. In 1999, Keith was named “The Voice of the Titans”.
In his first season behind the microphone, Keith gave NFL fans one of the most memorable calls in pro football history, as he called “The Music City Miracle” with Titans Radio broadcast partner Pat Ryan. ESPN named the call one of the 10 best sports calls in American sports history. In that postseason, the Titans made an incredible run all the way to Super Bowl XXXIV. Over the last 22 seasons, Keith has called over 450 Preseason, Regular Season, and Postseason games.
Keith also hosts Mike Vrabel’s weekly radio and television shows and the Titans All Access television show, provides coverage and analysis for TennesseeTitans.com, emcees all official Titans events and speaks to civic and business groups throughout the region.
Keith also calls Tennessee state championship events as part of the Titans’ relationship with the TSSAA. In addition, he regularly hosts shows on Sirius XM NFL Radio and has done play-by-play for SEC-ESPN Network. Keith has also served as the emcee for the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame induction banquet for over the last 20 years.
Keith has been named as Tennessee Sportscaster of the Year 11 times, and has won over 20 Associated Press state awards and has captured two national honors, including the industry’s most prestigious award: the Edward R. Murrow Award for nationwide excellence in sports reporting.
“Mike Keith is one of the NFL’s premier radio voices, and his success is due to nothing less than hard work and dedication,” said Brad Willis, Executive Director of the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame. “Every week during the NFL season, Mike uses his voice to paint the picture for Titans fans across the region, and his signature calls have become synonymous with the Titans organization. We are excited to have him join the Class of 2021.”
Keith joins US Soccer President Cindy Parlow Cone, Tennessee baseball star Todd Helton, former MTSU defensive standout Mike Caldwell, ETSU Basketball great Tommy Woods, Tennessee football legend Bill Bates, Vanderbilt women’s basketball trailblazer Cathy Bender, Tennessee basketball star Reggie Johnson, and wheelchair basketball champion and Jackson native Brandon Rowland as announced inductees of the Class of 2021. The full class of 11 will be announced over the coming weeks.
Established in 1966, the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame honors figures from every sport including basketball, baseball, football, golf, soccer and track & field, along with coaches, teams, sports writers and others who made an impact. The Tennessee Department of Tourist Development oversees all operations along with the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame Board of Directors.
For more information, visit www.tshf.net.
About the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame
Established in 1966, the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame enshrines and honors athletes, teams, coaches, sports writers and sports administrators who have made an impact on the history of Tennessee sports. The Hall serves as a platform to connect athletes, coaches, sports fans, and supporters by acknowledging life achievements implemented through sports. The Hall celebrates athletes of all forms, from all across the state. Additionally, Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame aspires to educate youth about the importance of healthy habits and the positive impact they have on lifestyle choices. The Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame is located at 501 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203. Hours of operation are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday. Tickets are $3 for adults and $2 for children and can be purchased at the Visitor Center in Bridgestone Arena, right outside of the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame. Group rates are available for 10 or more. For more information, visit www.tshf.net.