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William W. Schonely, affectionately nicknamed "The Schonz," was a pivotal figure in sports broadcasting, notably as the original voice of the Portland Trail Blazers from their inception in 1970 until 1998. Born on June 1, 1929, in Norristown, Pennsylvania, Schonely's broadcasting career was extensive and diverse, covering Major League Baseball, minor league baseball, college sports, NHL games, and junior ice