PHOENIX — The legendary Phoenix Suns broadcaster Al McCoy was named the Grand Marshal for the 50th edition of the Fiesta Bowl Parade in December, a statement from the Fiesta Bowl said.
The longtime "Voice of the Suns" joined the team in 1972 and is entering his 51st season with the team. McCoy has called some of the most significant moments in Suns history and has become synonymous with the team.
McCoy is a "shining example of the Parade's theme of 'Legends Made Here' to honor the contributions of community icons who made their mark here in the state of Arizona,' the organization said.
Fans of the team are familiar with his signature catchphrases "Shazam" following a three-pointer and "Wham Bam Slam" after a highlight dunk.
The 50th edition of the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl Parade will be held in central Phoenix on December 17.
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The city of Phoenix is home to five major professional sports league teams; The NFL's Arizona Cardinals, NBA's Phoenix Suns, WNBA’s Phoenix Mercury, MLB's Arizona Diamondbacks and NHL's Arizona Coyotes.
The Cardinals have made the State Farm Stadium in Glendale their home turf and the Footprint Center in downtown Phoenix is home to both the Suns and the Mercury. The Indoor Football League’s Arizona Rattlers also play at the Footprint. Phoenix has a soccer team with the USL's Phoenix Rising FC.
The Valley hosts multiple major sporting events on a yearly basis, including college football's Fiesta Bowl and Cactus Bowl; the PGA Tour’s highest-attended event, the Waste Management Phoenix Open; NASCAR events each spring and fall; and Cactus League Spring Training.