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Popular Louisville sports journalist Rick Bozich recently announced that he would be retiring on July 1, 2025. Rick was born and raised in Gary, Louisville, and up till his retirement, was deeply involved in the sports scene of his hometown. Rick Bozich's journey into journalism began with paper delivery for The Post-Tribune. In 1995, he graduated from Indiana University with a degree in journalism.
Following his graduation, Rick went on to work at Louisville Times, Bloomington Herald-Telephone and Anderson Bulletin. After these early stops, Bozich settled as a sports columnist for Louisville Courier-Journal from 1981-2012. During his time at the Courier-Journal, Rick Bozich established his name as one of the most prominent sports writers in the country, covering multiple major sports events, including thirty-one NCAA Final Fours, fifteen Super Bowls, eleven World Series, three Summer Olympics, and one NBA Finals.
In 2012, Rick Bozich joined WDRD, which, according to the publication, helped “expand the station’s digital and on-air sports coverage while continuing his work as a columnist and commentator.”
Rick Bozich’s writing career has earned him numerous accolades and recognition. He has been inducted into several journalism halls of fame, including the Indiana Sportswriters Association, the Sportscasters Association, the U.S. Basketball Writers Association, and the Kentucky Sports Hall of Fame.
Now, after 50 years of leaving his indelible mark on the writing industry, Rick has decided to drop his pen. He announced his retirement via a post shared on his official X account.
“Overwhelmed by texts & kind notes. It's been a tremendous blessing to work in the best college sports market in America since 1978. Too many colleagues, athletes, coaches, administrators & friends to mention but I'll have farewell piece before July 1. Now Queen needs a walk,” he tweeted.
More details on Rick Bozich’s retirement
On Friday, June 13, 2025, Rick Bozich officially announced his decision to retire from journalism. The writer, who has 50 years of experience in the bag, sends his appreciation to WDRB in a statement reported by the news site. According to WDRB, Rick describes his 13 years of working with the publication as fulfilling and invigorating.
“I’ve been blessed to do something I love for as long as I have. I can’t thank WDRB enough for 13 fantastic years, more fulfilling and invigorating than anything I ever imagined. Getting to do it with my amazing and talented friend, Eric Crawford, made it the opportunity of a lifetime,” Rick said, as per WDRB reports.
He added that covering sports was something that he had always wanted to do, emphasising that he never took the job for granted.
Barry Fulmer the Vice President of News and station manager at WDRB talks about Rick Bozich’s legacy and his importance in Louisville sports industry.
“Rick helped define what sports journalism could look like in Louisville — and then helped redefine it when he made the move to television. He’s not just a Hall of Fame journalist. He’s been a newsroom mentor, a leader, and an example of consistency and integrity.”
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After his retirement, Rick decided to spend more time with his family and pursue more relaxing activities.
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