The Tampa Bay Buccaneers today announced the hiring of Tony Castricone as the organization's new radio play-by-play announcer.
Castricone succeeds Gene Deckerhoff, who served as the iconic radio voice of the franchise for the past 37 years.
A veteran broadcaster with more than two decades of experience, Castricone most recently spent nine seasons as Director of Broadcasting and the radio voice of University of Washington football and men's basketball. He previously served as the voice of Clemson men's basketball and held several broadcasting and content leadership positions with IMG College. During his career, he has called championship-caliber teams, major postseason events and some of college athletics' most memorable moments, including Washington's run to the College Football Playoff National Championship Game following the 2023 season.
"Following a comprehensive national search, we are thrilled to welcome Tony to the Buccaneers," said Buccaneers Chief Operating Officer Brian Ford. "Tony distinguished himself through his professionalism, preparation, passion and ability to connect with audiences. He understands the responsibility that comes with this role and possesses the talent and authenticity to build meaningful relationships with Buccaneers fans for years to come."
As the lead voice of the Buccaneers Radio Network, Castricone will call all preseason, regular season and postseason games. He will also contribute across team-produced programming, digital content, organizational events and fan engagement initiatives throughout the year.
Castricone joins longtime analyst and former Buccaneers tight end Dave Moore, who enters his 20th season in the radio booth in 2026.
"It's the honor of a lifetime to be entrusted with this extremely rare opportunity and this one-of-a-kind role within this fantastic franchise," said Castricone. "I'd like to thank the Glazer family and everyone I met with during the interview process for their confidence in my abilities and for allowing me to live out this dream. I'd also like to congratulate Gene Deckerhoff on an iconic 37-year run. There will never be another Gene, and I'll miss hearing his larger-than-life voice on gamedays. The thought of following in his legendary footsteps is humbling and exhilarating. My family and I cannot wait to be Buccaneers, to be Floridians and to meet as many members of the Krewe as possible."
A graduate of Ohio University with a degree in broadcast journalism, Castricone began his broadcasting career in Columbus, Ohio, working as an anchor, reporter and host for WBNS Radio and the Ohio News Network.
Castricone will make his Buccaneers Radio Network debut when Tampa Bay opens the 2026 preseason against the New York Jets on August 14.
Buccaneers broadcasts can be heard locally on 98ROCK (WXTB 97.9 FM), across the Buccaneers Radio Network throughout Florida, online at Buccaneers.com and through the Buccaneers mobile app. Spanish-language broadcasts are available locally on La Invasora (WTMP 96.1 FM).
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