Bob Davis, legendary Kansas broadcaster, passes away at 80
- Bob Davis died in his hometown of Lawrence, Kansas, at the age of 80.
- He had a long career as a sports broadcaster, notably for Kansas basketball and football.
- His death also follows the recent passing of his wife, Linda, marking a profound loss for their family and community.
In the United States, especially within the state of Kansas, the sports community mourned the loss of Bob Davis, a renowned broadcaster known for his significant contributions to Kansas basketball and football, who died at the age of 80. His death occurred on a Thursday in Lawrence, Kansas, just a week after the passing of his wife, Linda, with whom he shared 53 years of marriage. Davis's illustrious career began in 1968 and flourished in 1984 when he began calling games for the University of Kansas, lasting until his retirement in 2016. Over his broadcasting career, Bob Davis's voice became synonymous with some of the greatest moments in Kansas sports history. He was known for calling the iconic game-winning plays, such as Danny Manning's championship team in 1988 and the remarkable