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John Ward tribute ceremony

The University of Tennessee Athletics Department and the Vol Network will host a Tribute to "The Voice" event honoring legendary broadcaster John Ward.

The University of Tennessee Athletics Department and the Vol Network will host a Tribute to "The Voice" event honoring legendary broadcaster John Ward. The ceremony will take place at Thompson-Boling Arena on Wednesday, June 27th, starting at 6 p.m. ET.


WBIR will stream the ceremony on WBIR.com and the WBIR Facebook page.


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The former "Voice of the Vols" passed away this week at the age of 88.

The event will be held as a way for friends and fans to honor the iconic broadcaster and the impact he's made throughout East Tennessee.

Per a release from the university, storytelling will be the theme of the night, and it will be highlighted by never-before-seen clips from throughout Ward's career.

There will be free parking available in the G10 and G16 garages. After 5 p.m. ET, fans will have free parking in garages G3 and G5 as well.

The arena will open at 5 p.m. ET via gates B, C,D and E.

Public seating will be general admission.

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