Background
Leo W. Fleming was born on February 3, 1923.
Leo W. Fleming was born on February 3, 1923.
He also served as the announcer for the NFL"s Pittsburgh Steelers and the National Basketball Association"s Chicago Bulls. One of his most famous calls was for the Steelers in 1972, on the "Immaculate Reception". He was a United States Air Force navigator during World World War World War II He flew 23 combat missions and began his radio career while recuperating at Ashford Military Hospital.
West Virginia University
Jack Fleming, also known as the "Voice of the Mountaineers", served as the school"s football and basketball announcer during the periods 1947–1959, 1962–1969, and 1974–1996.
Some of Fleming"s more memorable calls include calls on Rod Thorn, Major Harris, Jeff Hostetler, Will Drewery, the infamous "Flutie Sack" in 1984, Pat Randolph, Robert Walker"s game-winning touchdown run against Miami in 1993, Editor Hill"s game-winning touchdown catch against Boston College in 1993, and Amos Zereoue. In 1995, he was inducted into West Virginia University"s Order of Vandalia, for outstanding service to the state and school.
Fleming was inducted into the West Virginia University Sports Hall of Fame in 2001. Professional teams
Fleming also was the sports announcer for the Pittsburgh Steelers (1965–1993) of the NFL and the Chicago Bulls (1970–1973.
1978–1979) of the National Basketball Association. Fleming broadcast four Super Bowls, seven AFC Championship Games and an National Basketball Association All-Star Game during his tenure with both teams.
His most memorable call was in 1972 on the Steelers" "Immaculate Reception":.