Voice of Navy athletics dies after battle with cancer

by | Jan 21, 2025

The legendary voice of Navy Athletics has passed away.

Pete Medhurst died on Monday after a battle with a brain tumor. He was also a guest on Pirate Radio Live many times over the years.

He was the voice of Navy Athletics for 28 years. He also co-hosted a show that focused on Navy football, basketball and other sports.

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