The role of co-commentator is a crucial one, without these ex-pro's valuable insights us layman would never be able to understand what was going on. But what if you fancied making a career of it? You could do a lot worse than learn your trade from the masters. Here are a few handy hints from the best co-commentators to help you on your way.
David Pleat: "Getting the players names right is key, if I were to mispronounce names it would ruin my credibility entirely."
Andy Gray: "Don't fall into the trap of thinking your opinion is more important than the main commentators, there's no room for egos in the commentary box."
Mark Bright: "Always ensure that you're interesting and well-informed the viewers will just switch off if you repeat the same old clichés each game."
Mark Lawrenson: "It's important to remember that the game is far more important than making bad jokes."
Ron Atkinson: "Always be aware of what's happening around you just because one TV station has stopped broadcasting your commentary doesn't mean they all have."
So there you have it, good luck in your co-commentating career.
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