LINCOLN, Nebraska — Greg Sharpe, who served as the play-by-play announcer for Nebraska football since 2007, has sadly passed away after a battle with cancer, as confirmed by his family through the university on Saturday. He was 61 years old.

Sharpe passed away on Friday, just ten months after revealing that he had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Remarkably, he was able to commentate on several games during the previous season.

“Though his enthusiasm and vigor while calling Husker football and baseball games brought joy to countless fans over the past 17 seasons, it is a consolation to know that his legacy will endure through the unforgettable moments he narrated and the meaningful connections he fostered,” read the family’s statement. “While many recognized him for his powerful voice and charismatic personality, those who knew him best appreciated his unwavering loyalty and commitment.”

For 17 years, Greg Sharpe spoke past the microphone and into our hearts. His legacy will be woven into the moments he narrated and carried on through the relationships he built. We are deeply saddened by Greg’s passing and send our deepest condolences to the Sharpe family. pic.twitter.com/AlSMYL6R0K

— Nebraska Huskers (@Huskers) February 15, 2025

Originally from Olathe, Kansas, Sharpe attended Kansas State University and was the voice of K-State football and basketball from 1996 to 2002.

Nebraska recruited him to announce the last three football games of the 2007 season and subsequently appointed him as the permanent voice the following year.

In December, the National Sports Media Association honored him as Nebraska’s Sportscaster of the Year, and last month, the athletic department dedicated his press box area as the “Greg Sharpe Radio Booth.”

“Today is a difficult day for all,” said athletic director Troy Dannen. “This loss affects not only those who were close to Greg and had the privilege of working alongside him, but also the Husker fans who cherish memories of his iconic calls during pivotal moments in Nebraska’s history.

“Greg was an extraordinary individual and a friend to many. Simply put, he embodied what it means to be a Husker, and he will always be remembered as one.”

Sharpe is survived by his wife, Amy, and their three daughters, Emily, Campbell, and Taylor.