A particular instance where Wes brought Taylor to help broadcast a Georgia Tech game in 2006 signified just one scenario in which Wes has influenced Taylor’s broadcast work. Taylor expanded on the advice that Wes offered him throughout his broadcast career in the Elon booth. Taylor Durham, now the play-by-play radio announcer for Elon athletics, has always relied on the advice offered to him by his older brother. “I saw what Wes did. From: The Drive with Jack. Good Stuff on the show today! “I feel very fortunate to be a graduate,” he said. Making the switch to television Durham transitioned to television broadcasts in 2013 after leaving Georgia Tech, becoming the lead play-by-play voice for FOX Sports South in addition to working for Raycom Sports of the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) Network. Atlanta Falcons play-by-play announcer Wes Durham joins "NFL Now" to talk about the Falcons' offseason acquisitions, expectations for 2020 and more. The Falcons radio crew thought they were in trouble by tone of their voice and obviously, they were right. Mark Packer and Wes Durham cover every angle of every story from all 15 schools in the ACC. In addition to his play-by-play duties, Wes Durham is also the co-host of Packer & Durham, which airs … Senior broadcast journalism major Matt Krause is a former play-by-play and color analyst for Elon athletics and is now a studio host and producer for IMG College. Like Like. Such professionals included the owner of the Atlanta Falcons and co-founder of Home Depot, Arthur Blank as well as the president and CEO of the Falcons Rich McKay. It wasn’t very hard to make the decision to come here.”. ... Durham is the radio voice of the Atlanta Falcons, broadcasts ACC games on TV and is co-host with Mark Packer of the weekday morning-drive show “ACC This Morning” on SiriusXM ACC Radio (371) from 7–10 a.m. The Winning Edge seeks to increase diversity in the sports and entertainment industry by investing education, financial, and cognitive resources into the next generation of minority leaders. Instructions for your appointment will be automatically emailed to you . “I was guilty of knowing what I wanted to do and Elon had a great academic development program.”. In part two of the podcast we discuss: *The travel challenges of calling both college and NFL games. During this time, Taylor went home to spend time regarding his child. Wes Durham brings a much needed homerism to our game calling. Voice of the Atlanta Falcons Wes Durahm joined Press Row on Wednesday, November 13 to discuss the Falcons’ surprising 26-9 win over the New Orleans Saints on Sunday. Click here for part one. “In the technological age, my brother was the guy on the forefront of the change over that put everything on a computer.”. Press Row Podcast 99/19) - Voice of the Falcons Wes Durham previews Atlanta's upcoming game with the New Orleans Saints Whether it's on the field of play or off of it, Packer and Durham have you covered all season long. The Atlanta Falcons added a lot of new faces in the offseason, both through the NFL Draft and free agency. Poor Wes Durham and David Archer, who had the call of Atlanta's complete fourth quarter and overtime meltdown. Wes Durham: Falcons' success rate on first downs will determine if they beat Panthers Duration: 05:09 1 hour ago Atlanta Falcons play-by-play announcer Wes Durham joins "TNF First Look" for … *Why calling high school games is more difficult than calling games in … I chat with Wes Durham, the voice of the Atlanta Falcons. Today, Wes Durham still serves as the radio play-by-play announcer of the Falcons. Wes Durham and Vince Ferrara / Credit: 99.1 The Sports Animal. Wes Durham brings remarkable voice, insight and historical context to everything he does, and today he's bringing it to The Football Four Podcast. From 1995-2013, he was the radio voice of Georgia Tech, and was on the call for more than 750 football and basketball games. “I learned from the best of both worlds,” he said. Wes Durham brings a much needed homerism to our game calling. I for one, appreciate it, however, you are right - to each his own. “He’s my biggest supporter and biggest critic. Durham is great for the Falcons because we don't get a lot of "cheerleading" from the media like other teams do. Info ; Live Chat Comments; Sports, #acc, #atlanta, #basketball, #bigten, #broadcasting, #college, #falcons, #football, #nfl, #sec, #sports. Wes Durham: Falcons' success rate on first downs will determine if they beat Panthers Atlanta Falcons play-by-play announcer Wes Durham joins "TNF … Hail Mary-Webshow. Durham’s work not only spans in the broadcast booth but also back to the Elon University community. October 6, 2020 10/06/2020 10:00 pm. Durham died on March 7, 2018, of complications from primary progressive aphasia. “I knew Elon was starting the communications program,” Durham said. Before he made the transition, though, he consulted with professionals who came to understand his own personal career goals. “At the time I was pretty locked in about being in radio and television.”. “I knew what I wanted to do but I’m not sure I had clarity of it,” he said. He is an 11-time winner of the “Georgia Sportscaster of the Year” by the National Sports Media Association. He loves the Falcons and he gets excited when they make a great play. Wes says, “I think it would be neat. Wes Durham & Dave Archer Appreciation Thread. Atlanta Falcons Postgame Breakdown presented by AT&T | Tune in weekly as Wes Durham and DJ Shockley break down the big moments of each game and dissect the key plays. In 2004, Durham was named radio announcer of the NFL’s Atlanta Falcons in addition to his responsibilities at Georgia Tech. 00:00. Click here for part one. Download Embed. Atlanta Falcons Postgame Breakdown presented by AT&T | Tune in weekly as Wes Durham and DJ Shockley break down the big moments of each game and dissect the key plays! 23 talking about this. Wes Durham, well-known in Atlanta for his broadcasts of Georgia Tech and Falcons games, will get a starring role on the new ACC Network that launches this year. 9:26. Episode 22: Wes Durham | Voice of Atlanta Falcons & Radio/TV Play-by-Play Announcer Subscribe on Apple Podcast | Google Play | Stitcher Rich Take On Sports Show Notes: Rich Spotlight: Wes Durham Wes loved basketball from an early age and fell in love with the art of storytelling with play-by-play His dad Woody Durham who was the Voice of the Tarheels was… We talk about: *Growing up as the son of North Carolina broadcasting legend Woody Durham. In part two of the podcast we discuss: *The travel challenges of calling both college and NFL games. As head of the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets and Atlanta Falcons radio broadcast, Durham was awarded the “Georgia Sportscaster of the Year” award nine times, most recently in 2014 for his work. He loves the Falcons and he gets excited when they make a great play. I chat with Wes Durham, the voice of the Atlanta Falcons. Wes Durham discusses the Falcons woes & the upcoming weekend of ACC football By The Clubhouse with Kyle Bailey . The  call has stood out for many Georgia Tech fans in highlighting the first big play of the now National Football League (NFL) star, Johnson. Durham is now a play-by-play announcer for Fox Sports and is the voice of the Atlanta Falcons after having stints at four universities as a radio announcer. Wes Durham Falcons Radio The Atlanta Falcons, after eight years, has dropped 92.9/Dave-FM as its radio partner and is moving to Star 94 and 790/The Zone. Former Boston College great Matt Ryan turned in a career season for the Atlanta Falcons in 2016, earning NFL MVP honors and a trip to the Super Bowl. Today, the focus is the Atlanta Falcons. “I just hope that I can be a part of the active lifeline that is the School of Communications at Elon.”. 0:31. *Why calling high school games is more difficult than calling games in the NFL. Hectic travel schedule the norm for Wes Durham. Welcome to West Durham Minor Lacrosse Association Home Of The Rockmen Lacrosse Club Registration Learn More 2020 Rep Coaches Learn More Tournaments Learn More OLA COVID-19 March 30th UPDATE Learn More Social Feeds Tweets by WestDurhamLAX NEWS & EVENTS Sponsors 1355 Kingston Road PO Box 66088 Pickering, ON L1V 6P7 Durham Region Health Department Covid-19 Page To get a test and, if needed, an assessment , go to the Durham Region Covid 19 Assessment Centers covidswab.lh.ca to complete the online form. By Vince Ferrara / @VinceSports. “He was and still is a tremendous influence on my career,” he said of his father. The Voice of the Falcons and the voice of the ACC Network joined the show to preview the Falcons ahead of their matchup against Carolina, and Wes gives his thoughts on the College Football Playoffs “He influences what I do every day,” he said. Here are the top 10 radio calls from the season.2016-02-10T20:47:16.000Z. Physical copies can also be purchased for just £2, plus postage and packaging, here! I for one, appreciate it, however, you are right - to each his own. And from Pro Football Weekley Michael Blunda to talk Chargers and Cheifs. “When he was 21, I was a 13 year old kid spending weekends on this campus. Wes Durham and Vince Ferrara / Credit: 99.1 The Sports Animal. Wes Durham has been radio play-by-play voice of the Atlanta Falcons since 2004, and just completed 6th season as the primary football and basketball play-by-play announcer for the ACC on Fox Sports South and Raycom Sports. Wes Durham the voice of the Atlanta Falcons and play-by-play announcer for the ACC Network and Fox Sports Net came on the show to preview the Falcons and Panthers game with us, his thoughts on the Wake/NC State and Louisville/Clemson… The Elon University School of Communications is a much different place than it was in 1988. We are a successful, expanding department, engaged in teaching and research across an exceptional range of … His late father, Woody Durham, is one of the most decorated college announcers of all-time, after a 40-year career as the “Voice of the Tar Heels” for North Carolina football and basketball. After graduating from Elon in 1988, Wes Durham journeyed to Marshall University, Radford University and Vanderbilt University as a radio announcer before landing in Atlanta, Georgia in 1995 to be the radio play-by-play announcer for the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets — a position he would hold for almost 20 years. Durham became involved in as many opportunities that were available to him as a student, taking Elon’s first communications classes. Episode 22: Wes Durham | Voice of Atlanta Falcons & Radio/TV Play-by-Play Announcer Subscribe on Apple Podcast | Google Play | Stitcher Rich Take On Sports Show Notes: Rich Spotlight: Wes Durham Wes loved basketball from an early age and fell in love with the art of storytelling with play-by-play His dad Woody Durham who was the Voice of the Tarheels was… Wes joked that the Falcons are undefeated when he comes on … “The one thing I’ve learned over the years is that you have to have a good team of people around you.”. It is an umbrella company covering a range of activities: Undertaking short and long-term consultancies with international clients on conservation, animal welfare, legal issues, event management and heritage, mainly focussed on Birds of Prey. Change ), You are commenting using your Google account. But that didn’t stop Wes Durham from pursuing his passion in a field that has now become one of Elon’s specialties. *Why the relationships he has built in the business are more validating than the awards he’s won. *His detailed preparation process. This made him only one of four announcers in the country to do so at the time. Wes Durham, Atlanta Falcons play-by-play voice and ACC Network host/play-by-play announcer, joined me this week on my Zoom video and … *His detailed preparation process. Durham said the best advice he has ever given to aspiring broadcasters is the experience that you go through in your collegiate career, “You can go to school anywhere in this business but it’s about the experience you have at that school.”. “We were out there on the front lines,” he said. When I was at Georgia Tech, the support I got there made a big difference in doing both games. But he was unsure of the necessary steps to get to the level that he strived to obtain. His dad, Woody Durham, was The Voice of the Tar Heels from 1971 until 2011 and did the play by play for UNC football & basketball. Career Highlights: Radio play-by-play voice of the Atlanta Falcons (2004-present) Voice of Georgia Tech athletics (1995-present), providing play-by-play for radio broadcasts of football, basketball, and baseball games; In fact, the school didn’t even exist, and wouldn’t for another 10 years. Wes Durham and Vince Ferrara / Credit: 99.1 The Sports Animal. Durham is great for the Falcons because we don't get a lot of "cheerleading" from the media like other teams do. Today, Wes Durham still serves as the radio play-by-play announcer of the Falcons. The experience that Wes received in his college years impressed his younger brother Taylor in his own career path in radio broadcasts. Wes Durham is never shy about expressing the roots of his career and will be the first person to say that he is fortunate to have been a student in the early years of Elon University. Wes talked about Dan Quinn’s job security, Vic Beasley’s … 2300 Holcomb Bridge RdSuite 128 #103Roswell, GA 30076Email Us, The WorkThe LeadershipThe BrandingThe Game Changers, 887 West Marietta Street Northwest, Atlanta, GA, 30318, United States. Apparently when he was a kid, Wes decided he wanted to be like his dad & would go with him to the games, hanging out in the press box as his dad called the game. Wes Durham will not be with the ACC Network broadcast for today’s Syracuse at North Carolina football game after a COVID-19 test was deemed inconclusive this week. I know 95% of us probably watch the games on Fox or NBC or whatever on Sundays, like myself, but I had to be in the car this past Sunday and listened to the radio broadcast, and god damn those guys are good to us. Episode 172 with Atlanta Falcons radio broadcaster Wes Durham.  He discusses: -Influence his Dad, Woody, had on him in his life and career -How he pays tribute to his father, who passed away in 2018 -Being a DJ at a roller rink -How going to two high school reunions led to jobs at Georgia Tech and the Falcons -Vanderbilt's head basketball coach, Eddie Fogler, helped him … Some of the involvement that Durham partook in while at Elon included The Pendulum, broadcasting all football and basketball games and learning from multiple experienced professors who were coming off years of exposure in the field. ( Log Out /  Durham still maintains his strong relationship to a school that gave him his first opportunity to discover a voice for athletics. “When I left to go to television, I talked to Mr. Blank and Mr. McKay and they’ve always been supportive in what I want to do,” he said. Wes Durham, Atlanta Falcons play-by-play voice and ACC Network host/play-by-play announcer, joined me this week on my Zoom video and radio series during this quarantine period we’re in. Change ), Live Blog: Itzhak Perlman Fall Convocation. Welcome to the Department of History, ranked 3rd in The Complete University Guide (2021) and The Times Good University Guide (2020). Those two stations will simulcast Falcons games starting this upcoming season. “I’m very proud of this university.”. A 1988 graduate of Elon, Wes holds a bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications, and was honored by their School of Communications as their “Distinguished Alumnus”, in April of 2013. When the broadcast went to break, former Georgia Tech color commentator Kim King asked Wes, “What the hell was that?” in regard to Taylor’s gesture. Hail Mary: Fly Eagles Fly! By Vince Ferrara / @VinceSports. These professionals are what Durham says are important to helping guide your career path. He was the one who instilled the opportunity to do things.”. This is part two of a two part podcast with Wes Durham, voice of the Atlanta Falcons. Wes Durham has been radio play-by-play voice of the Atlanta Falcons since 2004, and just completed 6th season as the primary football and basketball play-by-play announcer for the ACC on Fox Sports South and Raycom Sports. Today, Wes Durham still serves as the radio play-by-play announcer of the Falcons. 0 0 about 1 year ago. “I have two great teachers, my favorite broadcasters are my father and my brother.”. November 5, 2012 ATLANTA Falcons announcer Wes Durham (LEFT) moderates a question and answer session as NFL commissioner Roger Goodell … Come join us. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. He said that Wes Durham has been a major influence on his broadcasting career. ( Log Out /  ( Log Out /  Wes had taught Taylor certain gestures to communicate plays back to the booth for him to say on air. * Wes Durham, ACC Network and Atlanta Falcons PxP . Wes Durham stopped by to discuss this weekends win by the Falcons over the Panthers with Rick and Jamie. Newcastle Falcons Representatives from Newcastle Falcons have been working with year 3 and 4 on each Friday this term. “It was a class, but it was almost like going to work.”. Our show today is at 1pm CST with special guest Wes Durham The Voice Of The Atlanta Falcons. Wes Durham discusses the Falcons woes & the upcoming weekend of ACC football By The Clubhouse with Kyle Bailey . Durham knew he wanted to get into radio broadcasting. Aside from his duties at Tech, Durham has spent the last 9 years calling Atlanta Falcons games as well -- something that I'm sure can be very taxing, but is very rewarding at the same time. Making the switch to television Durham transitioned to television broadcasts in 2013 after leaving Georgia Tech, becoming the lead play-by-play voice for FOX Sports South in addition to working for Raycom Sports of the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) Network. Growing up in an environment filled with radio broadcast potential, Wes decided to look about 60 miles northwest to a small school that, at the time, did not have a degree available for students who wished to major in journalism. “It was one of the few places I could get in,” he said. Wes Durham Calls Atlanta Falcons A Franchise Of Trai Turner Jersey. An avid golfer, Durham has 20 year old twins, Emily (attends Florida State) and Will (attends Kennesaw State), and is married to the former Vicky Newman. Author. Follow Wes Durham on Twitter: @WesDurham Wes Durham Play-By-Play, Atlanta Falcons & Georgia Tech Football . Wes Durham, Atlanta Falcons play-by-play voice and ACC Network host/play-by-play announcer, joined me this week on my Zoom video and radio series during this quarantine period we’re in. “The people who understand what you want to do makes a big difference when you want to do something more.”. Wes Durham Play-By-Play, Atlanta Falcons & Georgia Tech Football . Elon honored Durham in 2013 as being a distinguished alumni for his work in the broadcasting arena. Career Highlights: Radio play-by-play voice of the Atlanta Falcons (2004-present) Voice of Georgia Tech athletics (1995-present), providing play-by-play for radio broadcasts of football, basketball, and baseball games; This is part two of a two part podcast with Wes Durham, voice of the Atlanta Falcons. All on the Couch Potato … By the time I was a junior at Elon, I had covered around 125-150 football and basketball games.”. In addition, Durham will also call football and men’s basketball games for ACCN. Wes Durham, the voice of the Atlanta Falcons, talks Matt Ryan on TOPS. Change ), You are commenting using your Facebook account. NFL. January 25, 2021. Aside from his duties at Tech, Durham has spent the last 9 years calling Atlanta Falcons games as well -- something that I'm sure can be … She and Wes now live in her hometown, Cartersville, Georgia. “Wes and I are separated by seven and a half years,” Taylor said. Welcome to English Studies at Durham We are one of few university English departments in the world who teach and research in literature produced in Britain from the early medieval period to the present day as well as in anglophone literature from across the globe. Which one of these unfamiliar faces does the Voice of the Falcons Wes Durham … Episode 172 with Atlanta Falcons radio broadcaster Wes Durham.  He discusses: -Influence his Dad, Woody, had on him in his life and career -How he pays tribute to his father, who passed away in 2018 -Being a DJ at a roller rink -How going to two high school reunions led to jobs at Georgia Tech and the Falcons -Vanderbilt's head basketball coach, Eddie Fogler, helped him land at … Here is their call of the James White game-ending touchdown: One day Atlanta, one day. We are working diligently to keep the girls active and on the ice as much as possible. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. Go to the Blogs tab under my name anytime to access my blogs. While at Georgia Tech, Durham began to make a name for himself with several memorable calls in big games for the Yellow Jackets. One of his most notable calls occurred in 2004 when, then freshman, Calvin Johnson caught a game-winning touchdown pass against Clemson University. *Why the relationships he has built in the business are more validating than the awards he’s won. Ann trai turner jersey Dunham Obama, the President’s mother kicked the bucket many years ago. “A play happened and I did a hand gesture to Wes and he said what it means on the radio,” Taylor said. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. Welcome to International Wildlife Consultants Ltd. IWC was incorporated in 2006 from a family-run business dating back to 1983. Wes Durham is the co-host of Packer and Durham – ACC Network’s morning show from 7-10 a.m. Monday-Friday. Atlanta Falcons Preview: Is Dan Quinn Coaching For His Job?Each day the MMQB will preview a different NFL team throughout training camp. “You’re still doing the game, its just a little more notoriety,” he said of the change in the college game to the professional level. He’s also a co-host of a morning satellite show on SiriusXM’s ACC channel. WE are a 501(c)3 organization and 100% OF DONATIONS DIRECTLY SUPPORT OUR MISSION. *He tells stories about Calvin Johnson, Michael Jordan, Dean Smith, and Coach K. Color Analyst: Dave Archer. In October of 2015, Durham was inducted into the Georgia Tech Sports Hall of Fame, for his 18-year career with the Yellow Jackets. This August, he will be part of the ACC Network from ESPN, in both play-by-play and a daily morning show with Mark Packer. Durham said that he’s happy of the improvements Elon has made since his graduation, adding that he’s honored to have stayed involved with the school throughout his adult life. We will evaluate the situation every two weeks. April 5, 2018 admin 0 Comments . For the past 18 years, Wes Durham has been a major part of Georgia Tech's athletic department. Atlanta Falcons play-by-play voice Wes Durham joins Softy and Tony Castricone to preview the Seahawks first game of the season against the Falcons and also the ACC and their plans to play the upcoming season in the fall. “I’ve been very blessed to have unbelievable support. Let's get a unique look at the Falcons from a guy who sees every play and is in the loop of the Atlanta Falcons! Voice of the Falcons Wes Durham joins "NFL AM" to talk how feelings were after Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan signed his new contract and also how to address the offensive line. He frequently sends his tapes to both Wes and his father for critique to make his own work better. What you should know about Sunday’s NFL game between the Falcons (1-4) and the Cardinals ... Wes Durham. ( Log Out /  He has been the voice of the Falcons since 2004. They have spent time outside learning some rugby skills and also time in the classroom learning how to live a healthy lifestyle. His sophomore, junior and senior year he had the opportunity to do about 150 football and basketball games. Taylor elaborated that his observations of his older brother heavily influenced his decision to take advantage of an opportunity unique to his interests. Durham West is proceeding ahead with hockey operations for both rep and house league programs within the framework of the Red Zone limitations. Durham’s broadcasting roots date back to growing up in nearby Cary, North Carolina with his younger brother, Taylor who is now head of the Elon IMG Sports Network, and his father Woody who had been in radio broadcast for nearly 40 years at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Wes Durham (Voice of the Atlanta Falcons) 1.25.21 . 13:15. Golf profile on Georgia Tech and Atlanta Falcons announcer Wes Durham and his father, Woody Durham, long-time voice of the North Carolina Tar Heels Keywords: Wes Durham, Woody Durham, Atlanta Falcons golf, GolfStyles Magazine, Patrick Jones, golf writer, North Carolina, Atlanta, freelance writer, Georgia Tech golf, North Carolina Tarheels golf *He tells stories about Calvin Johnson, Michael Jordan, Dean Smith, and Coach K. For the past 18 years, Wes Durham has been a major part of Georgia Tech's athletic department. He’s also a co-host of a morning satellite show on SiriusXM’s ACC channel. Good stuff. Change ), You are commenting using your Twitter account. … Pre-game at 11 a.m. with Harry Douglas and Paul Crane. Wes responded simply, “It’s sign language, that’s the way we communicate stuff,” to which King replied with, “Damn.”. West Ham United welcome Durham to Dagenham & Redbridge Stadium in the quarter-finals of the FA Women's Continental League Cup on Thursday, and you can get a FREE digital copy of the Official Matchday Programme now!. He continued to say that having two teachers in his brother and father helped launch his own broadcast career. We talk about: *Growing up as the son of North Carolina broadcasting legend Woody Durham. October 6, 2020 10/06/2020 10:00 pm. “I saw what could be accomplished here,” he said.