LINCOLN, Neb. — Greg Sharpe, the radio voice of Nebraska football and baseball, died after a yearlong fight against pancreatic cancer, his family announced Saturday.
Sharpe, 61, called Nebraska football games on the school’s radio network since late in the 2007 season. He started with the baseball program in 2008. Sharpe announced his cancer diagnosis last April and continued to work on the broadcasts during the 2024 season, traveling to several of the Huskers’ games away from Memorial Stadium as his treatment schedule allowed.
“The love shown to him during this difficult time truly touched Greg and our family,” his wife, Amy, and three daughters said in a statement released by Nebraska. “We are forever grateful to Husker fans everywhere for the letters, gifts, and of course, prayers.
“We are all better for having had Greg in our lives.”
In a recent ceremony, Nebraska named its radio broadcast booth in Sharpe’s honor.
Dedicated to the ultimate Husker and the voice that will forever be synonymous with Nebraska Athletics.
Introducing the Greg Sharpe Radio Booth. pic.twitter.com/Oeey2SUsb3
— Nebraska Huskers (@Huskers) January 29, 2025
“This is a tough day for everyone,” Nebraska athletic director Troy Dannen said. “Not only those who were close to Greg and those who had the opportunity to work with him, but also for Husker fans who have fond memories of Greg’s calls of iconic moments in Nebraska history.
“Greg was an incredible person and was a friend to everyone. Simply put, he defined what it meant to be a Husker, and he will always be a Husker.”
Saturday’s announcement of Sharpe’s death led to an outpouring of sympathy from fans and many figures in the sports and media communities.
Our thoughts are with Greg Sharpe and his family.
The longtime voice of the @Huskers passed away Friday following a year-long battle with pancreatic cancer.@BTNJourney spent time with Sharpe in the fall to spotlight the outpouring of support he had received. pic.twitter.com/3JHol2N6EC
— Big Ten Network (@BigTenNetwork) February 15, 2025
Sharpe worked as the voice of Kansas State football before his time at Nebraska.
(Photo courtesy of Nebraska athletics)
