Jim Nantz's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Jim Nantz. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Jim Nantz is a prominent American sportscaster renowned for his long tenure with CBS Sports, beginning in the 1980s. He is best known for anchoring CBS's coverage of the Masters Tournament since 1989 and serving as the lead play-by-play announcer for CBS's NFL coverage starting in 2004. Additionally, Nantz was the lead broadcaster for the NCAA men's basketball tournament from 1990 until 2023, solidifying his status as a versatile and iconic figure in sports broadcasting.

Sections (3)

Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2007: Florida's Back-to-Back NCAA Tournament Victory

In 2007, the Florida Gators won the NCAA Tournament, defeating the Ohio State Buckeyes, whom they had also defeated in the BCS National Championship game in football three months prior.

2008: Kansas's NCAA Tournament Victory

In 2008, Jim Nantz called Kansas's comeback in the NCAA Tournament as they took the title.

2008: Davidson College's Sweet 16 Upset

In 2008, Jim Nantz highlighted Davidson College's Sweet 16 upset in the second round of the 2008 NCAA Tournament over Georgetown, referring to it as a David and Goliath story.

2009: Y.E. Yang Wins the PGA Championship

In 2009, Jim Nantz announced Y.E. Yang's victory at the PGA Championship after defeating Tiger Woods.

2009: North Carolina's NCAA National Championship

In 2009, Jim Nantz called North Carolina's performance as they became the National Champion in the NCAA Tournament.

2010: Phil Mickelson Wins the Masters

In 2010, Jim Nantz acknowledged that Phil Mickelson's win at the Masters was a win for the family as he sealed the victory with a birdie on the 18th hole.

2010: Duke Wins the NCAA Tournament

In 2010, Jim Nantz called Duke's victory in the NCAA Tournament after Gordon Hayward of the Butler Bulldogs missed the final half court shot.

2011: Denver Broncos Defeat Pittsburgh Steelers in NFL Playoffs

In 2011, Jim Nantz called the Denver Broncos' victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers in the NFL Playoffs, highlighting Demaryius Thomas's pivotal play.

2011: Connecticut Wins the NCAA Tournament

In 2011, Jim Nantz declared that Connecticut won best in show after they clinched the NCAA Tournament.

2016: Villanova Wins NCAA Championship with Buzzer-Beater

In 2016, Jim Nantz called Kris Jenkins's famous buzzer-beater point that secured Villanova's victory in the NCAA Tournament.

2017: North Carolina Wins NCAA Tournament

In 2017, Jim Nantz called UNC's triumph in the NCAA Tournament.

2019: Tiger Woods Wins the Masters

In 2019, Jim Nantz called golf legend Tiger Woods's 15th major win at the Masters Tournament, his first major win since 2008 and first green jacket since 2005.

2019: Virginia Wins National Championship

In 2019, Jim Nantz called the end of the National Championship game, with the Virginia Cavaliers winning their first national championship, capping off a redemption story after losing to UMBC Retrievers the previous year.