BREAKING NEWS: After NC State’s defeat in the Final Four, commentator Gary Hahn can now officially retire.

Gary Hahn, the longtime NC State radio play-by-play broadcaster, bid farewell to his 34-year career after NC State’s Final Four loss to Purdue. Hahn had initially planned to retire following the Wolfpack’s men’s basketball season, and Saturday’s defeat marked the end of his broadcasting journey.

During his career, Hahn was named North Carolina Sportscaster of the Year twice and weathered some controversies. NC State’s unexpected run to the Final Four, starting as a 10-seed in the ACC Tournament, led to memorable victories over strong teams like Texas Tech, Marquette, and Duke. However, their dream was halted by Purdue in a 63-50 loss.

In his farewell speech, Hahn expressed gratitude to the listeners who supported him throughout his career, acknowledging their importance in his broadcasting success. He also thanked the audience for their kindness and feedback, reminiscing about the appreciation shown during his last home basketball game. Despite falling short of a national championship, Hahn cherished the unexpected journey and the outpouring of support from fans during his final days in the broadcasting booth.