Mark Champion - Catchphrases

Catchphrases

When announcing Lions football, Champion's signature catchphrases were "It's off to the races!" (used when Barry Sanders made a long run), "How about that?!" (whenever the Lions made a big play), "Holy mackerel!" (which could be uttered in jubilation or dismay, depending on the circumstances), "Man-O-Man!" ( after a referee makes a bad call or the Lions opponent makes a big play) and "Another Lions turnover" (after the Detroit Lions would fumble the football).

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