Grandstand's Mitchell quits the box

Updated May 26, 2011 12:00:00

Grandstand sports broadcaster Glenn Mitchell has resigned after 22 years with the ABC.

Mitchell, a specialist cricket and AFL commentator based in Western Australia, resigned last Friday.

His resignation was accepted yesterday following discussions with senior ABC executives.

"He has had a long career with the ABC, and has been a wonderful AFL and cricket commentator, as well as setting the standard as a caller at Olympic and Commonwealth Games," Grandstand manager Craig Norenbergs said.

"He is a talented broadcaster and we hope we can talk to him in the near future about casual or contract opportunities as a commentator."

ABC Local Radio manager for Western Australia Deborah Leavitt said Mitchell has had a distinguished career and is a highly respected broadcaster.

Mitchell is currently overseas on holiday.

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First posted May 26, 2011 11:40:00

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