Dick Vitale inked a new multi-year contract with ESPN through the 2027-28 season, the network announced Monday. Vitale has been with ESPN since 1979, calling more than 1,000 college basketball games during his nearly 50-year tenure.

Dick Vitale, 86, signed a contract extension with ESPN through the 2027-28 season Monday. ESPN also announced the Dick Vitale Invitational, which will take place in Charlotte, N.C., on Nov. 4, 2025. “ESPN has been such a vital part of my,” Vitale said. “I was so thrilled to learn that ESPN Events will have an annual Dick Vitale Invitational.”

College basketball broadcaster Dick Vitale has signed a multi-year contract extension with ESPN, ensuring his presence on the network through