Vale | Ron Barassi

Vale | Ron Barassi – The Seven Network tonight paid tribute to Ron Barassi, 87, one of the 12 original Legends of the Australian Football Hall of Fame, following his passing.

Managing Director Seven Melbourne and Head of Network Sport, Lewis Martin, said:

“The entire football community has lost a true legend of the game, and a great Australian whose contribution to the sport of Australian football in this country can never be adequately measured.

“Ron’s career was peerless in so many ways. He was a revolutionary of the game both on the field and off, and we can also be thankful for his extraordinary contributions to football broadcasting on Channel 7 during the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s. Ron valued and understood the role of broadcasting in the growth of AFL and was one of the game’s greatest champions.

“We extend our deepest sympathies to the Barassi family and loved ones at this difficult time.”

Media Release – Seven

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Vale | Ron Barassi