Longtime “Voice Of The Clippers” Ralph Lawler Announces His Intent To Retire At End Of 2018-19 Season 快艇之声Ralph Lawler宣布2018-19季赛结束他将会退休 LOS ANGELES — As he enters his 40th season as the “Voice of the Clippers,” legendary broadcaster Ralph Lawler today announced his plan to retire following the conclusion of the 2018-19 season. Over the course of his tenure, his commentary has captivated fans across the sports world, creating a legacy that will last far beyond his final season. 在他迎来担任快艇之声的第40年的Ralph Lawler宣布这季结束後他将会退休 “My wife Jo and I have grappled with this decision annually for 15 years. I now realize that I have spent half of my 80 years as a part of this team. The Clippers are a big part of my life’s DNA,” said Lawler. “Yet, it is important that we have some ‘life after basketball.’ The current ownership and management team has been so supportive, and we are forever grateful for our years with the Clippers. I cannot express how much I appreciate the fans. I am looking forward to thanking as many of them as possible in person during this final season." Lawler说:我太太Jo跟我已经争执了这个决定15年了,我现在才发现我人生的一半都花在 这个队,快艇就像我身体的DNA的一部分,现在的球队老板跟团队很支持我,我也很感谢他们 在快艇的这些年,我没办法形容我对粉丝的感激的心. Lawler, 80, joined the then San Diego Clippers in the team’s first year in California, 1978, where he spent six years before moving with the Clippers to Los Angeles. Since, he has called more than 3,100 games. Lawler has distinguished himself as one of the broadcasting industry’s elite, as he is one of a very few announcers who has called games in each of the four major U.S. Sports Leagues: NFL (Chargers), MLB (Phillies), NHL (Flyers) and NBA (Clippers and 76ers). 80岁的Lawler在第一年圣地牙哥快艇成立的时候加入,然後在那边六年,然後快艇搬到 洛杉矶,他播过超过3100场比赛,成为了广播界的菁英,他也是少数播过北美四大运动 联盟的播报员: NFL(电光) MLB(费城人) NHL (飞人) NBA (快艇跟76人) “Ralph Lawler isn’t just the voice of the team, he has been the heart and soul of the Clippers,” said Clippers Chairman Steve Ballmer. “Ralph has lived every single moment with this team and been an essential connection between us and our fans, who rightfully adore him. We will treasure every moment with Ralph and his wife Jo this season, and miss him incredibly next year. I’m looking forward to celebrating Ralph and his legacy, and want to sincerely thank him for everything that he has done for and meant to this team. His will be large shoes to fill.” Lawler’s commitment to his craft has been recognized with a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, three Emmys, a Telly Award and inductions into the Southern California Sports Broadcasters Hall of Fame and the California Sports Hall of Fame. Lawler’s extensive resume dates to his high school days in his hometown of Peoria, Illinois, where he first started calling games. Over the past decades he has invented numerous “Lawler-isms” that have become a fixture in Clippers broadcasts and across the NBA. Fans watching Clippers games expect to hear a number of his catchphrases, including “Bingo! ” for made three-pointers, or his signature, “Oh Me, Oh My” after highlight plays. Throughout the league, his colleagues frequently reference “ Lawler’s Law,” which states that the team that reaches 100 points first will win the game. “The ‘Voice of the Clippers’ for 40 seasons and one of the league’s longest-tenured broadcasters, Ralph has called some of the most iconic moments in Clippers’ and NBA history,” said NBA Commissioner Adam Silver. “ His distinct broadcasting style, highlighted by Lawler’s Law and other hallmark ‘Lawler-isms’, has earned him respect and admiration from NBA fans everywhere. We wish Ralph continued success in his final NBA season and thank him for his incredible commitment and dedication to NBA basketball.” The impact that Lawler has had on the Clippers organization and the broadcasting community is immeasurable. He has been a steady figure that has guided the team and its fans for decades. As the Clippers, and broadcast partner Prime Ticket, commemorate Lawler’s final season, he will be celebrated at home games all year long. Lawler’s closest friends and colleagues from across his career will be joining him as his broadcast partner for special games throughout the season, with longtime broadcast partner Bill Walton headlining the list. Lawler will call all Clippers games produced by Prime Ticket/FOX Sports San Diego during this final season. The Clippers will conclude the regular season by hosting Ralph Lawler Night at Staples Center on Wednesday, April 10 at 7:30 p.m. vs. the Utah Jazz. The first 10,000 fans at the game will receive Ralph Lawler bobbleheads and the evening will feature special guests, ceremonies and a celebration of Lawler’ s career. Fans can visit the new Instagram page honoring Lawler (@Ralph) to reflect on his storied career and share their favorite Lawler memories. 可惜没有让您老人家看到快艇夺冠 我们会继续努力的 让你在有生之年看到快艇夺冠 --

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