Cawood Ledford

Cawood Ledford is best known as the radio play-by-play announcer for University of Kentucky Wildcats men's basketball for 39 seasons, from 1953-1992.

Cawood Ledford began his career as a sports broadcaster in 1953, when he was hired as the radio play-by-play announcer for University of Kentucky Wildcats men's basketball.

Cawood Ledford worked as an announcer for University of Kentucky Wildcats men's basketball for 39 seasons, from 1953-1992.

Cawood Ledford's distinctive, booming voice and his ability to paint a vivid picture of the game through his play-by-play commentary made him a legendary announcer. He was known for his deep knowledge of the game, his passionate and enthusiastic delivery, and his ability to capture the excitement of key moments.

Cawood Ledford received numerous awards and honors during his career, including being inducted into the Kentucky Athletic Hall of Fame, the Kentucky Journalism Hall of Fame, and the National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Association Hall of Fame. He was also the recipient of the Curt Gowdy Media Award from the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.