Marshall Cassidy (July 10, 1945 – February 7, 2021) was an American Thoroughbred racing official based in New York State, and a former public address announcer[1] and sportscaster.
Cassidy had also served as a patrol and placing judge for the New York Racing Association, and as an alternate steward.
He was best known for his accuracy, precise diction and upbeat delivery, especially early in his career when calling a close race as the horses ran down the stretch.
Cassidy remained the lead race caller for NYRA until 1990, when he was replaced by track announcer Tom Durkin.
George Cassidy, his grand-uncle, was a race starter for some five decades (mostly at the NYRA tracks) until he retired late December 1980.