09/04/2026
We couldn't have said it any better ourselves here at the Lake. Thanks, Rev, for all of the great Tiger football memories over the years! You will always BE the voice of Tiger football.
The Rev has handed the baton over to Joey Edge (who's been working with the Rev for a few years now) and Waylon Fulford this season. Join them tonight as the undefeated Tigers host Madison County. Coverage starts around 7:20 with the pregame show, kickoff at 7:30, only on your home of the Tigers, 94-3, The Lake! 🏈
--Steve Rockford
For nearly 40 years, one voice has been synonymous with Columbia Tiger Football.
Friday nights began with Reverend I.L. Williams asking Tiger Nation, “Who will ascend to the mountaintop?” And when the Tigers took care of business, we all knew what was coming before he even said it:
“How sweet it is!”
Last Friday night marked the first time in nearly four decades that Rev wasn’t on the call for the Tigers. Through generations of players, coaches and fans, through unforgettable wins and heartbreaking losses, Rev was there telling the story of Columbia Football over the airwaves.
Nearly 40 years. Countless Friday nights. One unmistakable voice.
As Rev steps away from the microphone, the entire Columbia Tiger family simply wants to say THANK YOU. Thank you for your service, your dedication, your passion and the love you’ve shown this program and this community for nearly four decades.
We wish you nothing but happiness in a well-earned retirement, Rev. You may be retired from the booth, but you will forever be the Voice of the Tigers.
And while a legendary chapter has closed, Tiger Football is still on the air. Tune in every Friday night on 94.3 The Lake as Joey Edge and Waylon Fulford carry on the tradition and bring you all the action of Columbia Tiger Football.
From the mountaintop to “How sweet it is,” thank you for the memories, Rev. 💜💛
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