John Thomas Ralph Augustine James Facenda (/ fə.ˈsɛn.də / fuh-SEN-duh; August 8, 1913 – September 26, 1984) was an American broadcaster and sports announcer. He was a fixture on Philadelphia radio and television for decades, and achieved national fame as a narrator for NFL Films and Football Follies.

May 26, 2013 · “Great players aren’t always great; they’re just great when they have to be” is a popular sports adage. The saying is usually credited to John Facenda (1913-1984), a narrator for NFL Films.

Dec 25, 2010 · In their version of the film, however, the Cowboys insisted on keeping frozen tundra, and in fact used it twice. Although people often associate “frozen tundra” with the resonant tones of legendary...

Dec 16, 2021 · It featured John Facenda recounting Franco Harris's amazing play and he says these words: "The greatest miracle play of all time had taken place. The catch was instantly dubbed 'The Immaculate Reception'.

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Dec 28, 2009 · Addressing the common misconception surrounding this, NFL Films ' Steve Sabol once recounted to Sporting News, "John Facenda never read those words. I know because I wrote them." The phrase was later popularized when ESPN sportscaster Chris Berman frequently used it while imitating Facenda's voice. [8] Also from Wikki:

Sep 28, 2021 · "The Autumn Wind" was written by former NFL Films President and co-founder Steve Sabol. Narrated by John Facenda. Produced in 1974. Mary Jane Carr (!!!) was an American author and poet.

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Anyone else as old as me who can remember stuff? It was John Facenda. Back in the day when the light show had fountains at the bottom! OMG — I thought I’d get laughed out of the sub with my guess. No idea how I pulled that. And oh I loved the fountains!! His nickname was the voice of god. I believe it’s still her voice.

The story centers around the theft of a priceless necklace. The heist is predicated on the fact that the necklace’s owner (Phoebe Mackay) never misses Facenda’s nightly 15-minute broadcast. Facenda is name-checked by Mansfield, as well as actor Peter Capell (playing a …