
Dennis Cometti: AFL Legend Passes Away
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Dennis Cometti, the renowned Australian football commentator, has passed away at 76. Known for his sharp wit and perfect play-by-play calls, he became a household name with his rich baritone voice and unforgettable phrases. His iconic cork bobbing in the ocean analogy and centimetre perfect term are just a few examples of his memorable contributions to the sport. Comettis calm delivery and big energy for epic moments set him apart. He played for West Perth, coached there, and later became a legendary broadcaster alongside Bruce McAvaney. Tributes poured in from fellow broadcasters, praising his generosity and impact on the sport. Comettis legacy will live on in the hearts of generations of fans and backyard kickers.
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Sydney News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! — Dennis Cometti: AFL Legend Passes Away. Machine-transcribed; use the interactive transcript above to jump the player to any line.
Here's more cine news from March 4th. Dennis Kometti, the legendary Australian football commentator, has passed away at the age of 76. Known for his sharp wit and perfect play by play calls in the AFL, he became a household name across Australia with his rich baritone voice and unforgettable phrases. One of his classics came in the 1992 AFL Grand Final, likening a player's scramble to a cork, bobbing in the ocean. He also popularized terms, like centimeter perfect, which he adapted from his childhood inch perfect days. Kometti's style stood out for his calm delivery, saving the big energy for truly epic moments. From his early days cheering East Free mantle at Subiako Oval with his dad, Kometti played 40 games for West Perth and later coached there. He started in radio playing records and calling cricket before hitting TV gold, which channel 7's AFL coverage, alongside Bruce McCavney. It's poured in from fellow broadcasters like Clint Wilden, who called it an incredible
loss after 50 plus years of iconic descriptions. Basil Zempel has praised his ABC roots, and many remembered his generosity mentoring young collars with spot on advice. Kometti stayed true to Western Australia, racking of frequent flyer miles, while setting a bar so high few have matched it. Generations of fans and backyard kickers will forever hear his voice narrating their football dreams. Take thanks to today's sponsor. See the description for more. What is cooler than cool? A pillow that plays your sound. S-O-L-L-I, solelypillo.com.
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