Bob Kesling says farewell I Volquest I GBO

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@jonathanjones6463 Ай бұрын

I’ve always loved listening to Bob on the radio call, often choosing it over watching on television. However, my appreciation for him as a good man came during the Dooley years. I went online on a Sunday afternoon to watch the newly posted episode of the coach’s show. As soon as the video started I realized that the production team had left an unedited pre-show conversation between Bob and Coach Dooley on the upload. It wasn’t a bad conversation, but it was after another Volunteer loss and Dooley was clearly frustrated and unguarded in his comments. In that peek behind the curtain I saw Bob engage with Dooley in a way that acknowledged the disappointment but was immensely encouraging. Listening to Bob, Dooley’s countenance lightened and his spirits lifted as they prepared for the show to actually start. It was remarkable! I knew that the footage wasn’t intended for the public so I immediately paused the episode and called every phone number I could find online for the Vol Network, trying to alert someone that it was there. I wasn’t able to actually speak to anyone but I somehow navigated my way to Bob’s voicemail where I told him about the unedited footage. I hung up having to just be ok knowing that I tried to help but not expecting to hear anything back. A few days later I was sitting in a graduate class lecture when I got a call from a random number and I had to let it go to voicemail. Sure enough, it was Bob! He left the most kind and sincere message, assuring me that the unintended footage had been taken down and thanking me for my help. Bob, I wish I could have spoken to you in person that day, but just the fact that you would take the time to reach out meant the world to me. As a good man striving for excellence you became not just the Voice of the Vols but the steady heartbeat of Vol Nation. I will miss you on the airwaves but I’m joyful for you in your decision to retire and have more time with your family! Thank you and GB🍊!!!

@rogergoddard2153 Ай бұрын

What a turn of events.

@hippy8255 Ай бұрын

im 26 years old, this mans voice has been a key part of so many of my sports loving memories its hard to think of anyone else doing it, appreciate all you've done bob enjoy the retirement

@alisafavirealestate Ай бұрын

Gentleman and legend!!!

@TNJRSFFS Ай бұрын

Grew up with this man taking over the reigns and have enjoyed his work. Much love respect and thanks for giving your all for our Vols. Happy retirement Bob!!

@slimmike22 Ай бұрын

Give him 6!!!!!! Touchdown Tennessee!!! I'll miss hearing you say that I grew up on you calling games!!! Happy retirement Bob we're sure going to miss you calling all those Tennessee games and those legendary calls that you made over the big up to you man I hope you have a wonderful and blessed rest of your life. And go Vols

@robertwomack1411 Ай бұрын

Steve Early with the commanding Presence

@RichardKShelnutt Ай бұрын

I wish you and your family the very best! Happy retirement sir!

@tennesseesmoky9012 Ай бұрын

Deciding when to retire is one of the most significant decisions any of us will face in our lifetime. Usually, retirement represents the closing of one of the most important phases of our lives, while it also represents the beginning of something new. Stepping away from something that you care deeply about is scary. You’ll always have doubt about your decision. But once you take that step it becomes easier day by day to separate yourself from your work. As the work routine fades away, new and exciting things fill in your time each day. Maybe it is a round of golf, or some time at your favorite stream trying to catch some fish, or a hobby that you are passionate about. Most likely retirement will include more quality time with your family and friends. Bob Kesling is a Tennessee Volunteers broadcast legend. His contribution to the success of the University of Tennessee Athletics program is unmeasurable. Through the rough times in Tennessee sports and through the celebration of championships, Bob Kesling has been the voice of the Vokunteers. His talent and leadership in the broadcast booth will be missed by Tennessee Athletics fans everywhere. Congratulations to Bob Kesling for having the courage to walkway and enter retirement on his own terms. As Bob enters the legend of being a true Vol For Life (VFL) I say thank you and “GO BIG ORANGE!”

@davidscott7892 Ай бұрын

I wondered if anyone could fill the shoes of the legendary John Ward, but Bob did and did it with ease. Thank you, Bob, Vol Nation wishes you all the best on your retirement.

@stingray8585 Ай бұрын

Happy retirement Bob. I recall you speaking once and I enjoyed the stories that you shared. Thank you for giving your all for our VOLUNTEERS.

@S.LeVernNunley Ай бұрын

Great job Steve Early…!

@ryanvickery4566 Ай бұрын

Thanks Bob! GBO!!!!

@Volfanj Ай бұрын

I think a lot of yall never had the pleasure of listening to a real broadcast from john ward. He smply couldn't hold a candle to him in any way

@MClarkSpoden Ай бұрын

Bob- thank you for serving the Vols and Volnation for so many years. You have done a great job! I'll miss your signature "into the Checkerboard" phrase when we score a touchdown. Your passion for the work and continued professionalism -- following in John Ward's footsteps -- honor all of us Vol fans. We are very fortunate to have had you share your life with us for these many years.

@mikeflippo6273 Ай бұрын

Pure class! Love Bob, he'll be missed. When you passionately follow an organization such as Tennessee, it's hard to watch chapters close but I'm happy for the guy.

@roberttipps6008 Ай бұрын

Bob, thanks for your devotion to radio and our beloved Vols. From 1999- now we have had some rough seasons. Thanks for your commitment and painting the picture of the game in our minds and hearts for so many years. God bless.

@victorandrews9790 Ай бұрын

As a father and a grandfather my heart goes out to a man so dedicated that he missed so many family events...don't blame him for leaving!

@BowmanBromley Ай бұрын

Hard to think about what the radio broadcast will sound like without you. I hope you have a long and happy retirement!

@bdarnell98 Ай бұрын

SAAAAAAACCCKKKK!

@richardernsberger5692 Ай бұрын

Congratulations to Mr. Kesling on his excellent career as Voice of the Vols and the Vol network. That last story about his first lunch with Dickey was funny. I still listen to the Vol broadcasts of football and basketball games somewhat regularly because there is something special about radio, because it's a nice break from the television broadcasts (the networks now basically own major-college sports, alas) and because it's the UT broadcast. (The only thing that might need a rethink related to Vol Network football broadcasts is the postgame show, which amounts to 30+ minutes or so of commercials plus football scores from the day that everybody has already seen and heard multiple times before the coach finally comes on with a few comments.) Kesling used to get some stick from the nitwits on Volnation---when they weren't complaining endlessly about a holding penalty that /wasn't/ called on the opponent---but the carping has since subsided, mostly, and we Vol fans can all appreciate what a tremendous asset Bob has been the UT sports broadcasts, the Vol network, the SEC and the University of Tennessee. We'll miss his voice and his professionalism. I hope he enjoys his retirement.

@stevewoodard6411 Ай бұрын

Thank you Bob🍊 You have painted many of pictures for me,like John painted for me.🧡 Thank you ...GBO🍊

@joey7551 Ай бұрын

Thanks, Bob!

@anotherman3671 Ай бұрын

Bob received way too much flack for not being John Ward. He had huge shoes to fill and I personally think he did an admirable job. No one's perfect, but he gave his all for the Vols and during a period when it wasn't always easy to cover the teams he was covering. He loves the university and I think it's time we show him that love back. Happy retirement Bob Kesling. Hope we can bring you a ring like we did John.

@tadhensley8153 Ай бұрын

Good job Bob been listening to you and John Ward for the last 52 years Congratulations GBO

@Blueridge1 Ай бұрын

Appreciate your passion for Tennessee athletics, enjoy your grandkids Bob.....

@douglasgraham1916 Ай бұрын

Thank you Bob for always giving your all for Tennessee! You will be missed and I hope you have a wonderful and blessed retirement! Go Vols!

@Ryan-mx2kr Ай бұрын

Thanks for all the years Bob. You will always have a place in Vols fans hearts!

@chen3836 Ай бұрын

Thank you, Bob, for being the all you did, being the voice of the Vols. You gave your best, and that's all we could ever ask for! I pray all the best for you and your family. Happy Retirement!🎉🎉 GOD BLESS YOU🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

@johngolden4468 Ай бұрын

Bob, You were my football coach at West Hills. You were a great coach and a great man! I will miss hearing you calling football and basketball games. You're my friend and my hero! May The Lord Bless you and yours! Thanks for all of your hard work! John Wesley Golden

@corybraswell510 Ай бұрын

Thanks Bob for your hard work and dedication for so many years! GB🍊

@JSLTRD Ай бұрын

Thank you Bob for your dedication and hard work. You are the ultimate professional and I have thoroughly enjoyed hearing your voice the past 26 years. You will be missed and you too are leaving some big shoes to fill. Wish you the very best. Go BIG ORANGE!

@rockytoptwizzy4226 Ай бұрын

the goat

@appalachhaun_adventures Ай бұрын

Happy retirement. Weird to do it in middle of the season 🤷🏻‍♂️

@BlackMetalBanjo Ай бұрын

Thank you Bob. Yours was the voice I've heard my whole life as the voice of the Vols. You will be missed. 🍊

@MrOmega52 Ай бұрын

Onw of the greats and he will most certainly be missed. To bad Darrell Patterson isn't available, since he too has retired. Darrell started as a police officer before becoming a dj.

@utcnc7mm Ай бұрын

I remember the last time our play by play announcer retired we won the national title in football (I can only hope we have a repeat of it). Wonder who is on the short list to replace him?

@jonsolomon4814 Ай бұрын

Happy retirement! Your voice will be missed! VFL 🍊🧡

@joelhoward8211 Ай бұрын

Bob Kesling was a consumate Pro

@stevetrentham1295 Ай бұрын

Bob really hate to see you retire, but that time comes before us, I will greatly miss you.....wish you great retirement...

@michaelgoodrich7987 Ай бұрын

loved listening to him call the Vols games, only second to John Ward. go enjoy your retirement Bob!

@noogaloots6283 Ай бұрын

We love you Bob, Gods speed VFL!!!

@soxfan1045 Ай бұрын

5:35 begins Bob's time

@Volfanj Ай бұрын

Thank goodness 25 years too long, was never the person to replace john ward

@dakotadyer9877 Ай бұрын

Na. No. Who approved this just as we are getting good again? Someone give me Bobs number. This cannot stand

@DavidSmith-fs6pi Ай бұрын

Hopefully the next Tennessee play by play announcer will be more of a homer than Bob. A lot of the time you couldn't tell what team he was announcing for because he tried to build up every team Tennessee played.