Lamar University Athletics

Ed Dittert became the “Voice of the Cardinals” in 1946 as well as Lamar University’s foremost ambassador for athletics.

Ed broadcast more than 1,200 Lamar athletic contests. He was mikeside for than 300 football games. But Ed Dittert did more than just his job. He was a fan, a friend and a promoter of Lamar University via his enthusiasm and professionalism.

It can be firmly said that Ed Dittert was Lamar University’s No. 1 fan and justly deserving of the first Big Red Award, which was presented to him with gratitude and affection.