Atlanta GA: A longtime Georgia Tech Sports Network engineer has died. The deceased has been identified as Miller Pope, a resident of Atlanta, Georgia.
According to reports, Miller Pope was announced dead through social media publications. He was the 2020 Georgia Radio Hall of Fame inductee. Beloved by his colleagues and friends, he will be sadly missed and difficult to replace.
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets released the following statement:
“The Georgia Tech Athletics family is saddened by the passing of longtime Georgia Tech Sports Network engineer Miller Pope. Miller’s talent and efforts brought GT radio broadcasts to Tech fans worldwide for many years.
Our deepest condolences go to Miller’s family and friends.” Thoughts and prayers are with her friends and family during this difficult time.
Miller’s radio career began in 1980 at WGST, where he initially took on various roles to hone his skills in broadcasting.
His journey in the industry saw a significant step forward in 1982 when he became a court-side engineer for the Georgia Tech Basketball broadcasts. This position allowed him to gain invaluable experience and insight into the intricacies of live sports broadcasting.
From 1985 until 1990, Miller expanded his expertise by working as a studio engineer for multiple sports networks.
During this period, he contributed to the Braves Network and the Georgia Bulldogs Network, managing the technical aspects of live broadcasts and ensuring seamless transmissions.
Additionally, Miller handled other non-sports-related programming, showcasing his versatility and ability to adapt to different broadcasting formats.
In recent years, Miller has continued to be a vital asset in the sports broadcasting community, serving as a game-day engineer for several high-profile networks.
His responsibilities have included working with the Atlanta Falcons Network, Atlanta United, and the Georgia Tech Football and Basketball Networks.
In these roles, he has been instrumental in delivering high-quality audio and ensuring the smooth execution of game day broadcasts. His extensive experience and dedication have made him a respected figure in sports broadcasting.
