Jim Clark has been calling Akron RubberDucks games for the past 30 seasons—long before they were named the RubberDucks.
AKRON, Ohio — While he enjoys every game, Friday's game at Canal Park against the Harrisburg Senators was a little extra special—because it marked a major milestone in his career.Clark grew up in Akron, going to high school at Garfield and college at the University of Akron. Clark spent much of his youth watching the Guardians, then Indians, and growing a love for the sport.
"I'm 68, so I've seen it all. And to watch all the guys come through here and then to meet my heroes because of the job—like Rocky Colavito, like Gary Bell and Max Alvis—to meet those guys because of this makes it more special," Clark said.
30 seasons and 3,500 games later, Clark has stayed true to his hometown and been a part of America's favorite pastime right in the heart of Akron. On Friday, Clark saw a celebration of his milestone celebrated at the ballpark—but for him, it was just another game with a little extra meaning.
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