The Chiefs are pleased to announce that Vanni DeBartolo has joined the organization as their play by play voice.
Debartolo, a graduate of the BCIT Radio Broadcast Program has over 15 years experience which includes calling more than 400 games. His experience includes calling Chiefs games from 2002-2006. He has also worked with the Chilliwack Bruins, Abbotsford Heat, Vancouver Whitecaps and BC Lions.
“It’s an honour to once again be calling games for such a prestigious club”, said DeBartolo. “When I was 15 years old I entered my name as the Subway Jr. Broadcaster and was able to do an interview during an intermission of a Chiefs game. That really paved the way for me to begin the road into broadcasting and it was such a blessing to be able to circle back after my schooling to begin my career with the Chiefs.”
DeBartolo will be joined on all broadcasts by color analyst Jacob Bestebroer. All home games will be broadcast online via mixlr (audio only) and Fasthockey (pay per view video). All playoff games, home and away will be broadcast.
“Hopefully I can be a part of something really special and be able to call a Royal Bank Cup championship,” added DeBartolo. “The city should be really excited about what’s to come. My broadcast partner JB and I will do our best to bring this excitement to you.”
