"Brian Rushing is a great talent who uses his vocal skills to provide a fun and entertaining experience for all of those who come out to the ballpark and athletic fields.  Brian has a vast array of sports knowledge that helps to make him one of the best voices in the profession anywhere around."

~ Daniel Smith (2008) 
Official Scorer for the Coastal Plain League

"I have had the privilege of working with Brian Rushing for the past three years.  Having first met him while I was coaching collegiate women's basketball, as our public address announcer he brought an air of excitement and enthusiasm that was unparallel at that level.  Having assumed the title of Director of Athletics Marketing and Promotions at the University of South Carolina Upstate, my first call was to Brian Rushing to secure him as our primary "Voice of the Spartans" as we entered into NCAA Division I play.  Without question he is a difference maker on the microphone.  Our students and general fans alike have come to expect the fun atmosphere Brian helps create each time he unleashes one of his famous crowd pleasing one liners.  We are truly fortunate to have a voice like his at Upstate.  My favorite question from our Atlantic Sun Conference foes and officiating crews?  "Wow Katie, where did you get this guy?  He's fantastic!"

~ Katie J. Pate (2007)
Assistant Women's Basketball Coach
Wingate University
Former Director of Athletics Marketing and Promotions for the
University of South Carolina Upstate
 

"As the PA announcer of the Grizzlies, Brian proved to be an invaluable part of our organization.  He became a huge part of the atmosphere at Sims Legion Park with his entusiasm and fun demeanor.  His ability to get the entire crowd into the game left our fans with a lasting impression.  Brian is a true professional and can handle almost any challenge this is thrown his way.  I have been around baseball for the last 15 years and have had numerous PA announcers, Brian is by far the best."

~Jesse Cole (2008)
GM of Gastonia Grizzlies

"The Gastonia Grizzlies made a lot of changes this year, both on and off the field.  The addition of Brian Rushing to the organization had a tremendous impact.  Of my five years with the organization, the atmosphere at the ballpark was unparalleled.  He is very skilled in involving and entertaining the fans and keeping their attention captured.  As a result, the excitement and enthusiasm spilled over onto the field.  Players often feed off the atmosphere of the spectators, and Brian  knows how to stir a crowd.  He has a vast knowledge of the game and is professional in every manner.  The Grizzlies were very privileged to have Brian, and much of the season's success is accredited to him.  I appreciate his hard work and dedication to the organization."

~Eli Benefield (2008)
Former Head Coach of the Gastonia Grizzlies