It takes a special talent in the sports broadcasting world for one’s voice to become completely embedded within a single organization. For the Charlotte Hornets, it’s a voice that’s been there since Opening Night in 1988, called nearly 2,500 games, survived a relocation, a rebirth and everything in between. On April 10, 2018, the legendary “Voice of the Charlotte Hornets,” Steve Martin, signed off for the final time, putting an end to a tremendous 50-year run in the industry.
The last stop of Martin’s illustrious career was in Indianapolis for the team’s season finale against the Pacers. The origins of his journey though began in Millinocket, Maine, which is where he was born and raised during the 1950’s and 60’s.