WHITERIVER, AZ – KNNB Apache Radio is set to make history by broadcasting the 54th Vrbo Fiesta Bowl live in the Apache language on December 31, 2024, at 5:30pm from State Farm Stadium in Glendale, AZ. This groundbreaking broadcast can be heard on KNNB 88.1 FM in the Whiteriver, AZ area, 89.9 FM in Cibecue, AZ, and worldwide at www.apacheradio.com.
In the first-ever College Football Playoff Quarterfinals, the #6 Penn State Nittany Lions will face the #3 Boise State Broncos. This marks a milestone for KNNB Apache Radio as it continues to bring sports events to the White Mountain Apache Tribe and its global audience.
Veteran local sports broadcasters Alvin Declay and Jerry Gloshay, known for their play-by-play coverage of Alchesay High School Falcon and Lady Falcon football, basketball, and baseball games, will deliver the commentary in Apache.
“This historic broadcast connects our community with the excitement of the college football playoff, showcasing our language and culture on a national stage,” said Chairman Kasey Velasquez of the White Mountain Apache Tribe. “This is a new era in college football and I am proud that KNNB Apache Radio will be able to broadcast the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl to the White Mountain Apache People. By doing this, KNNB continues to celebrate our Apache language.”
