Coming to the NSMA Awards: Rick Henry, Mike Waters, Chuck McGill, Greg Rachac, Grace Raynor, Tony Caridi, Brad Galli, Gary Sharp, Ian Eagle

Thoughts on the 60th NSMA Awards Weekend, from those who will be attending.

Rick Henry - South Carolina Sportscaster (2nd time winner)

"I’m looking forward to being treated like royalty for the weekend. The NSMA hospitality is 1st class! I’m also excited about meeting and spending time with the other award winners!"

Mike Waters - New York Sportswriter (1st time winner)

“I’m looking forward to sharing the weekend with friends, colleagues and some legends of the industry.’’

Chuck McGill - West Virginia Sportswriter (7th time winner)

"This is one of my favorite weekends of the year because of the people and the experiences. This is a weekend that brings together storytellers from all across the country, and my favorite part is to sit back and listen to people who have witnessed and accomplished so much."

Greg Rachac - Montana Sportswriter (4th time winner)

“It’s an honor to be able to attend this year’s NSMA Weekend in Winston-Salem. I look forward to gathering with my colleagues and contemporaries to celebrate the terrific sports journalism of the past year, and to honor those entering the hall of fame, as well as the national and state winners. Their contributions are outstanding.”

Grace Raynor - South Carolina Sportswriter (2nd time winner)

"My favorite part of NSMA last year was meeting so many people in sports journalism whom I've admired from afar from years, but never got to meet. One of the highlights for me last year was meeting Wes Durham and that's definitely what I'm most excited about this time around, as well. As a woman in sports media, Doris Burke has been one of my heroes for years and I can't wait to have the chance to meet her. This is such an incredible event because of the people -- I can't wait to make new friends!"

Tony Caridi - West Virginia Sportscaster (4th time winner)

"I look forward to the camaraderie of the event. It's great to renew friendships and start new relationships. A great opportunity to learn in an industry that's undergoing constant change."

Brad Galli - Michigan Sportscaster (1st time winner)

"I'm excited to meet and interact with some of the best sports broadcasters and writers in the country. I'm not entirely sure what to expect, and I like that. The unknown is the fun of covering sports, and this will hopefully be a taste of that element."

Gary Sharp - Nebraska Sportscaster (1st time winner)

“I’m looking forward to celebrating our profession and to be among some the most talented men and women in our industry.”

Ian Eagle - New York Sportscaster (4th time winner)

"I always look forward to seeing and catching up with friends and colleagues at the NSMA Award's Weekend. So often in our business we're laser focused on the next assignment that we don't get the chance to spend quality time with the people that we've developed relationships with through the years. Also it's a wonderful opportunity to interact with some of the younger broadcasters and writers who are just beginning their journey."

More comments on Wednesday.

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