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Cormac Gordon

As a game broadcaster, Bill Raftery did as much for college hoops in USA as any coach or player. And w - Cormac Gordon (1 month ago)

George Templeton --- @vcuramsrewind

Happy birthday Bill Raftery. A pioneer of the original (and best version of) the Big East. And a man that made SEND - George Templeton --- @vcuramsrewind (1 month ago)

Oscar Combs

Happy 80th Birthday, Raf. You re still the best. Bill Raftery has been TV color analyst with CBS Sports for past 40 - Oscar Combs (1 month ago)

Big East Rewind & Hoops 24/7

Happy birthday to the terror himself Mr. Bill Raftery cc: - Big East Rewind & Hoops 24/7 (1 month ago)

Famous Birthdays

Happy Birthday! We hope you have an amazing day! - Famous Birthdays (1 month ago)

Denny Bulcão, Jr.

Bill Raftery worked the game v only modern era - Denny Bulcão, Jr. (2 months ago)

Mike Shute

Had the great opportunity to work a couple of games with Raf this season. A down to earth guy who genuinely loves - Mike Shute (1 month ago)

Owen

I can\'t let today pass without wishing a very happy birthday to the Governor, the GOAT, the legend that is Bill Raf - Owen (1 month ago)

Sam Calhoun

Happy birthday to bill raftery! will never get tired of hearing your voice on fox and cbs - Sam Calhoun (1 month ago)

Iowa Men’s Basketball

Happy Birthday to the one and only Bill Raftery! : - Iowa Men’s Basketball (1 month ago)

Announcer Schedules

Happy 79th Birthday Bill Raftery, born April 19, 1943 in Orange, N.J. Sean Dougherty - Announcer Schedules (1 month ago)

BIG EAST MBB

Happy birthday to The Governor! What s your favorite Bill Raftery moment? - BIG EAST MBB (1 month ago)

Chuck Everson

Happy Birthday to Our Guy and the first ever guest on the great Bill Raftery. One of the Best to Eve - Chuck Everson (1 month ago)

NJSIAA

Sending Happy Birthday wishes to NJSIAA Hall of Fame member Bill Raftery. Before becoming a successful coach and be - NJSIAA (1 month ago)

Mike Trainor

Happy Birthday to two of my all-time favorites: Bill Raftery and Jackie Bradley Jr. - Mike Trainor (1 month ago)

John Fanta

Happy Birthday to America\'s friend, Bill Raftery. His analysis? Incredible. His humor? Second to none. The Governor - John Fanta (1 month ago)

West Pine #ELITE

Happy birthday to the GOAT, Bill Raftery. Hope you get everything on your list this year! - West Pine #ELITE (1 month ago)

Big East Hoops 24/7

Happy Birthday to college basketball national treasure Bill Raftery. - Big East Hoops 24/7 (1 month ago)

Oafavelli

Happy birthday to my very good friend Bill Raftery. Im grateful for your friendship - Oafavelli (1 month ago)

Olney Fans

Happy Birthday Bill Raftery - Olney Fans (1 month ago)

Matt Zemek

Bill Raftery does a job -- TV sports analysis -- which naturally invites scrutiny and criticism, and yet rubs no on - Matt Zemek (1 month ago)

Prem A.

Happy birthday to a man on my bucket list to meet, Bill Raftery! - Prem A. (1 month ago)

Steve E. Snyder

A happy 78th(!) birthday to the legend, Bill Raftery. - Steve E. Snyder (1 month ago)

David J. Halberstam

Happy Birthday to Kay Adams of NFL Network. She\'s 35 today-Many happy returns Many happy returns! - David J. Halberstam (2 months ago)

Sean Waldo

One of my all time favorite sports color commentary analysts. Happy Birthday Bill Raftery! - Sean Waldo (1 month ago)

Andy Bower

Bilas got schooled plenty by Jordan, but his only message was wishing Bill Raftery happy birthday. Only - Andy Bower (1 month ago)

Jay Bilas

Happy Birthday to the great Bill Raftery! Nobody better, with a microphone or metal detector. - Jay Bilas (1 month ago)

Spike Albrecht

Happy Birthday to the legendary Bill Raftery! Always enjoyed our pre and post game talks. Enjoy your day! - Spike Albrecht (1 month ago)

Mitch Buonaguro

Happy Birthday to the great Bill Raftery. I will never forget his call when Ronald Moore hit those two three point - Mitch Buonaguro (1 month ago)

Mike Sheridan

Happy Birthday to the great Bill Raftery! - Mike Sheridan (1 month ago)

Sunil Sunder Raj

Happy Birthday Bill Raftery! - Sunil Sunder Raj (1 month ago)

Zig Fracassi

Mmmmm....man to man!!! Happy birthday Bill Raftery!! - Zig Fracassi (1 month ago)

David Malandra Jr

Happy Birthday to Bill Raftery, one of the premier voices in college basketball & I have always enjoyed my chats wi - David Malandra Jr (1 month ago)

Monty Moss

Happy Birthday to the Governor. Bill Raftery. - Monty Moss (1 month ago)

Jimmy Traina

Happy 77th Birthday, Bill Raftery. I think about this quote you gave me two years ago on a regular basis. - Jimmy Traina (1 month ago)

#BIGEASThoops

WITH A ! ONIONS! Happy Birthday to The Governor, Bill Raftery. We love ya Raft! | - #BIGEASThoops (1 month ago)

Albert Schulte

Happy Birthday Bill Raftery!!! - Albert Schulte (1 month ago)

Purdue Mens Basketball

Happy Birthday to one of the best there is Bill Raftery. & with him at 2017 Big Ten - Purdue Mens Basketball (1 month ago)

Jay Wright

Happy Birthday to the governor , Bill Raftery , a USA basketball icon ! - Jay Wright (1 month ago)

Monty

Happy Birthday to one of all time greats.. Bill Raftery - Monty (1 month ago)

La Salle Men’s Basketball

Happy birthday to Hall of Fame broadcaster & alum Bill Raftery! - La Salle Men’s Basketball (1 month ago)

Fred From Plano

HAPPY BIRTHDAY! BILL RAFTERY STORY: During an NCAA game in the 1990s, Bill said, That could be the d - Fred From Plano (1 month ago)

Tim Brando

Happy Birthday to the one and only Bill Raftery. HOF Broadcaster and Human being. They don t make em any better - Tim Brando (1 month ago)

Evo Italian

Happy birthday Bill Raftery!!! Yes that\'s a edible \"onions cake\" - Evo Italian (1 month ago)

Oafavelli

Happy birthday to my dear friend Bill (Raftery) - Oafavelli (1 month ago)

Shibe Vintage Sports

Happy 72nd birthday to the best announcer in basketball, grad Bill Raftery! - Shibe Vintage Sports (1 month ago)

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82 years old (Born on April 19, 1943)

Happy Birthday, Bill Raftery! You're the only commentator who can make "Onions!" sound like poetry. Your legendary catchphrases and enthusiastic commentary have turned countless basketball games into unforgettable moments—making even missed free throws entertaining.

From your days coaching Seton Hall to becoming one of college basketball's most beloved voices, you've consistently delivered excitement with style and humor. Whether it's March Madness or a regular-season thriller, you always bring that special blend of insight and laughter we love so much. Here's hoping this birthday is filled with as many joyful surprises as your iconic broadcasts provide us every season!

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Happy Birthday to the great Bill Raftery! Nobody better, with a microphone or metal detector.

Happy Birthday to the governor , Bill Raftery , a USA basketball icon !

Happy Birthday to college basketball national treasure Bill Raftery.

Happy birthday to The Governor! What s your favorite Bill Raftery moment?

Happy 79th Birthday Bill Raftery, born April 19, 1943 in Orange, N.J. Sean Dougherty

Happy Birthday to the legendary Bill Raftery! Always enjoyed our pre and post game talks. Enjoy your day!

Happy birthday to the terror himself Mr. Bill Raftery

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Happy Birthday to the great Bill Raftery!

Happy birthday to the GOAT, Bill Raftery. Hope you get everything on your list this year!

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