Gary Suhr

For more than 35 years, Gary Suhr was the trusted voice of Racine, bringing high school and semi-pro sports to life on WRJN radio. Beginning in 1962, he dedicated his career to covering local athletics, broadcasting more than 1,300 basketball games, 417 high school football games, and 396 Racine Raiders semi-pro football games. His signature play-by-play style and deep passion for the teams he covered made him a beloved figure in the community.

Beyond sports, Suhr was a dedicated journalist, covering government meetings, court cases, and breaking news. He also had a passion for education, hosting Inside Your Schools, a program that highlighted educators, students, and key issues in Racine’s school system. His efforts earned him recognition from the Association of Wisconsin School Administrators in 1985.

After retiring in 1998, Suhr continued to serve his community through mentoring, volunteering at a homeless shelter, and assisting students with reading programs. In 2017, he was honored with the Deep Roots Award for Broadcasting Excellence by the Racine County Sports Hall of Fame.

A dedicated broadcaster, mentor, and community advocate, Gary Suhr’s legacy lives on through the countless lives he touched in the Racine area and beyond.