Alabama radio voice Eli Gold sidelined for start of season

Published August 3, 2022 4:08 PM

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Longtime Alabama radio announcer Eli Gold will miss the start of the football season due to health issues. Jim Carabin, vice president and general manager of Crimson Tide Sports Marketing, says Chris Stewart will take over play-by-play duties in his absence. He didn’t specify the nature of the 68-year-old Gold’s health issues. Gold has been the voice of Alabama football since 1988. Stewart calls games for Alabama basketball and baseball. He also hosts “The Nick Saban Show” and “Hey, Coach.” Alabama opens the season Sept. 3 against Utah State.

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