John McClain
John McClain is a retired American sportswriter. He was the winner of the 2006 Dick McCann Memorial Award from the Pro Football Hall of Fame.[1]
Early life
McClain graduated from Baylor University in 1975.
Career
McClain began his career writing for the Waco Tribune Herald from 1973-76 before moving to the Chronicle. During his career, he has covered the Houston Oilers until their move to Tennessee, the Houston Texans, and the Houston Aeros from the World Hockey Association.[2]
He is currently a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame Selection Committee, the Pro Football Hall of Fame Seniors Committee, and the Texas Sports Hall of Fame Selection Committee. He also appears on Sports Radio 610. In 2015, he was named as a Gridiron Legend.
On March 31, 2022, McClain announced his retirement from the Houston Chronicle.[3]
References
- ^ Manfull, Megan. "McClain to receive Dick McCann Award". chron.com. Hearst Newspapers, LLC. Retrieved 17 August 2019.
- ^ "John McClainTexans/NFL Writer, Houston Chronicle". mysanantonio.com. Hearst Newspapers, LLC. Retrieved 17 August 2019.
- ^ McClain, John (March 31, 2022). "McClain: A time to retire and give thanks for 47 years at the Chronicle". Houston Chronicle. Retrieved March 31, 2022.
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