ESPN Events and the Charlotte Sports Foundation are launching the Dick Vitale Invitational, honoring broadcaster Dick Vitale on his 86th birthday. The first event is scheduled for November 4 in Charlotte, featuring teams like the Texas Longhorns and Duke Blue Devils. Vitale expressed heartfelt gratitude for ESPN, acknowledging its significant impact on his life, particularly during his cancer battles. ESPN Chairman Jimmy Pitaro praised Vitale's contributions to basketball, highlighting the event's intent to celebrate his legacy. Vitale’s ongoing contract with ESPN ensures his presence in the sport for nearly 50 years, contributing to both broadcasting and pediatric cancer research.
"ESPN has been such a vital part of my life since December 5, 1979, and I was so thrilled to learn that ESPN Events will have an annual Dick Vitale Invitational."
"Dick is the heart of college basketball, and his kindness, generosity and courage are a constant inspiration to us all."
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