Jim Nantz

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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1. When was Jim Nantz born?May 17, 1959
2. Where was Jim Nantz born?New Jersey, USA
3. What is the primary network affiliation?CBS Sports
4. What is the anchor, masters tournament?1989–present
5. Who is Jim Nantz?Jim Nantz is a well‑known sports announcer who has been the voice of many big games for many years.
6. What sports does Jim Nantz call?He calls football games for CBS, the Masters golf tournament, and college basketball during March Madness.

Play-by-play: The live, moment-by-moment description of an athletic contest, detailing every action as it occurs.
Sportscasting: The profession of reporting on sports events and personalities for broadcast media, including television and radio.
NCAA Division I: The highest classification of collegiate athletic competition in the United States, characterized by extensive athletic programs and significant scholarship opportunities.
PGA Tour: The major professional golf tour for men in North America, organized by the Professional Golfers' Association of America.