New Voice Of Bucs Selected
June 23rd, 2026
New voice of the Bucs Tony Castricone.
Gene Deckerhoff’s replacement is now on board.
The Bucs selected University of Washington football and basketball play-by-play man Tony Castricone to replace the retired Deckerhoff.
Castricone also was previously the voice of Clemson Tigers.
It appears, per the Bucs release, Castricone won’t be flying ridiculous times commuting from Huskies games to Bucs games. Castricone also will move to Florida and work with the Bucs video production team and make appearances.
Joe had heard through a very reliable national media source the position came down to current Bucs sideline reporter T.J.Rives and Castricone. In the past, Rives called a few Bucs games when Deckerhoff wasn’t available and did a really good job on short notice, which is not easy.
Joe is surprised Rives did not get the job. He’s been a loyal soldier for decades.
June 23rd, 2026 at 10:33 am
Stinks for TJ. Curious too why he didn’t get the job
June 23rd, 2026 at 10:33 am
Would have been cool if TJ Reeves would have been selected.
June 23rd, 2026 at 10:34 am
I’m going to miss touchdown Tampa Bay, touchdown Tampa Bay!
No he dropped it.
June 23rd, 2026 at 10:37 am
I not familiar enough with TJ. Perhaps Castricone is younger and they are looking for someone to stay long term?
June 23rd, 2026 at 10:42 am
TJ was an absolute bore listening to the games he worked on. Idk how someone presents a weird sense of urgency with such a monotone delivery but he does it lol.
June 23rd, 2026 at 10:43 am
Seriously, I fail to understand why TJ wasn’t given the chance? The guy was a great announcer and a total Buc homer. Kind of sucks to be honest. Wonder whose cereal he pissed in? lol.
June 23rd, 2026 at 10:44 am
TJ has been in the area for a long time. The new guys knows nothing about Bucs football history. Here’s to more hoping it turns out well.
June 23rd, 2026 at 10:47 am
They kept Bowles but passed on TJ. (cue the Twilight Zone music)
June 23rd, 2026 at 10:51 am
Btw,I was listening to Tony C on youtube. I can’t stand the guys voice.
June 23rd, 2026 at 10:54 am
🤣
Love that insufferable TJ did get the job!
June 23rd, 2026 at 10:56 am
TJ is a bore, hopefully the new guy is better for Pro Football than college sports
June 23rd, 2026 at 11:05 am
You can’t really replace Gene he is one of a kind.
June 23rd, 2026 at 11:06 am
I’m perplexed, too, but maybe TJ just didn’t want the job.
June 23rd, 2026 at 11:07 am
Its gonna be so weird not hearing Gene. I have spent 30 years with the TV volume off and listening to Gene on my little radio.
June 23rd, 2026 at 11:11 am
Never going to replace Gene.
No Gene, no Mike, no Lavonte. Soon no Vita.
But at least we still have the Genis.
June 23rd, 2026 at 11:18 am
It’s ok, at least they kept the universal cure for insomnia. Dave Moore will still be putting fans to sleep with his most boring of all commentary.
June 23rd, 2026 at 11:56 am
What’s up with the Bucs and their relationship with the University of Washington? Otton, McMillan, Vea, ASJ, JTS, Daniel Te’o-Nesheim, and I’m probably forgetting a few others.
June 23rd, 2026 at 11:57 am
Bucs hate local people much better to get someone on the cheap that has no Bucs love.
June 23rd, 2026 at 12:04 pm
Mark Champion and Jesse Ventura
June 23rd, 2026 at 12:07 pm
I really thought TJ would get that gig. Too bad but I hope the guy is good
June 23rd, 2026 at 12:10 pm
I really thought TJ would get that gig. Too bad but I hope the guy is good. Maybe they didn’t want to hear him brag about golf
June 23rd, 2026 at 12:12 pm
Who listens to the radio anyway?
June 23rd, 2026 at 12:39 pm
I hope they have Gene back a few times as a guest.
He was the absolute best announcer.
The passion he had could be felt through the air waves.
Really going to miss him.
Alstott up the gut!!!!!
June 23rd, 2026 at 12:43 pm
Without hearing this guys play by play I’ll admit I’m biased and TJ should’ve got the job in my opinion
June 23rd, 2026 at 12:48 pm
@ Hodad – Yeah. It’s only good for emergencies (even then, nowadays, you have your Spectrum App right on your iPad and phone)… And, postgame commentary, press conferences, and pissed off fans calling in after a bad loss. Otherwise, it’s not going to make a bit of difference. It would be nice having a big name, well known, veteran somebody, who wanted to semi retire. Like, a Chris Myers. Someone with TONS of experience calling MAJOR events over the past several decades for a MAJOR network, and who has TONS of close contacts with some of the most MAJOR players throughout the entire industry, and sports world. Actually, him and Ronde would be a POWER TEAM for the Bucs on the radio. You probably couldn’t do any better that that!!!!
June 23rd, 2026 at 12:53 pm
ALSTOTT UP THE GUT!
June 23rd, 2026 at 12:54 pm
I just played a short clip of him on YouTube. I think he’ll be good. He would be my choice over TJ. Hopefully he becomes a fan fast and his play by play reflects that.
June 23rd, 2026 at 2:22 pm
Lynch! I’m proud of you! What kind words,ik ew you had it in you!!
June 23rd, 2026 at 3:03 pm
Well based on the UW 247 network message board, they seem sad to see him leave but excited for his new opportunity so he mus be well liked over there.
June 23rd, 2026 at 3:25 pm
Sad news I was hoping for someone like Dek since I will only get radio coverage this year.
June 23rd, 2026 at 3:28 pm
I cheked Utube too. He don’t sound too bad at all. He could go all the way. A Cosell Jr.
June 23rd, 2026 at 3:58 pm
From the clips I’ve heard of this guy, I was pleasantly surprised. His excitement felt real
June 23rd, 2026 at 4:28 pm
Its Blocked!
I miss Gene but it reminded of Harry Carey’s final years, it could be it could be and the ball is rolling around in the outfield