For years, UTEP fans have believed the sold out Don Haskins Center total was 12,222. The story behind that involves legendary PA announcer Paul Strelzin.
Welcome to another edition of Deep Dish Sports with the Iceman Brandon Cohn.
Today's show includes a discussion on Paul Strelzin and the remarkable impact that he had on so many El Pasoans.
We also talk about the Dallas Cowboys draft, and give the team a grade based on their choices
Finally we discuss some of the memorable experiences that Ruben Ramirez had while covering 19 Super Bowls for the El
Paul Strelzin began his career in El Paso as a sports announcer in 1968 as the public address announcer for UTEP track meets. Sadly, this El Paso sports legend passed away at the age of 75 on Friday night.
As a longtime fan and host of Sportstalk, I am baffled why UTEP never approached Paul Strelzin about returning to the Don Haskins Center. Even if it was for just one game, the Strelz deserves an opportunity to get behind the microphone and shout out “Minerball”.