Former Florida State PA Announcer Woody Hayes Reflects on Sudden Departure and Uncertain Future
Former Florida State public address announcer Woody Hayes recently shared his feelings about being replaced as the longtime PA announcer of Doak Campbell Stadium after 17 seasons. In an interview with WCTV's Alison Posey, Hayes expressed feeling hurt and blindsided by Florida State's decision to move on from him. He described the experience as abrupt and lacking in explanations, leaving him struggling to understand the sudden change. Hayes likened the situation to the end of a relationship, with little warning and a sense of finality that he found difficult to process.
Despite the lack of clarity from Florida State regarding the decision, Hayes remains committed to maintaining professionalism. However, he admitted that the experience has made him uncertain about his future role with the University, particularly in relation to the men's and women's basketball programs. Hayes expressed a sense of unease about potentially facing a similar outcome in his other roles at the University, indicating that the sudden change has altered his perspective on his continued involvement with Florida State.
As Florida State has not publicly disclosed the reasons behind the decision to replace Hayes, the former PA announcer remains in a state of uncertainty about his future with the University. The abrupt nature of the change and the lack of communication from Florida State have left Hayes feeling unsettled and unsure about what lies ahead. Despite his intention to handle the situation professionally, Hayes acknowledged that the experience has significantly impacted his outlook on his ongoing relationship with Florida State.