The former head coach returns to the university he was once forced to resign from and looks forward a future covering the program.
The Colorado Buffaloes knew the day would come when Larry Zimmer would be stepping away from the booth. After 42 years and many memories along the way, the task of replacing the broadcast legend seemed nearly insurmountable. That was until Athletic Director Rick George gave Gary Barnett a tour of the new Champions Center. As the two men walked around campus they discussed the future of CU athletics and the newly constructed facilities. The former coach instantly became impressed with the university's expansion and told George, "I really do want to be a part of this again.