Pierre Houdes Passion Ignites Future at 68
Nobody expected Pierre Houde to announce he's not ready to hang up his microphone, but at sixty-eight years old, the legendary voice of hockey in Canada is making it clear his passion for play-by-play is as strong as ever. This is the story of a man whose childhood dreams are still very much alive.
From a young age, Pierre Houde seemed destined for a career in broadcasting. Growing up in Duvernay, Laval, he and his brother Paul shared a room where their futures in media began to take shape. While Paul imitated radio announcers, Pierre, not yet ten years old, was already meticulously recreating broadcasting studios, even fashioning a cardboard roulette wheel to mimic the on-air excitement he saw on television. This early fascination with the broadcast booth foreshadowed a remarkable journey in sports commentary.
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Despite the thrill of calling games, Houde admits a deep-seated frustration arises when the season ends, particularly the Canadiens' playoff run. This year, like the past twelve, he faces the difficult reality of relinquishing his duties because rival network TVA Sports holds the broadcasting rights for the National Hockey League playoffs. He likens this professional hurdle to being a pilot who brings an aircraft to the final approach but is unable to land it, a sentiment that underscores his profound connection to the game he describes.
At sixty-eight, Houde has no intention of slowing down. He attributes his continued ability to perform to good genetics, noting his father lived to nearly ninety-seven and a strong constitution that includes excellent memory and resistance. More importantly, he asserts that his passion for calling hockey games remains his primary driving force, keeping him energized and fulfilled even with the demanding travel schedule of hotels and flights.
Houde's commitment is matched by his network, RDS, which has expressed a clear desire for him to continue. He remains on the air, he says, as long as he feels he is performing well and, crucially, as long as viewers continue to enjoy listening to him call the game. This dedication to his craft and his audience ensures that his distinctive voice will continue to be heard calling the action for seasons to come.
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