Sports Foundation Honors Ehrhardt and Romig Families
The Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation recognized local families for their decades of service at a Superdome luncheon.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Awards
The Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation inducted the Ehrhardt and Romig families into its Hall of Fame during an annual honors luncheon. The event recognized the families for their extensive contributions and service to the city's sporting events.
Why it matters
The ceremony highlights the generational dedication and professional work that sustains the local sporting culture in New Orleans. By honoring these families, the foundation acknowledges the long-term impact of behind-the-scenes figures on the fan experience.
Jerry Romig maintained a tenure of 44 years as the team's public-address announcer, while Jay Romig is currently in his 50th year with the New Orleans Saints organization.
The players
Gayle Benson
Gayle Benson is the owner of the New Orleans Saints and the New Orleans Pelicans.
Tyrann Mathieu
Tyrann Mathieu is a professional football player recognized for his contributions to the sport.
Jerry Romig
Jerry Romig was a long-time in-stadium announcer for the New Orleans Saints.
Jay Romig
Jay Romig is a veteran staff member who has served the New Orleans Saints for five decades.
Mark Romig
Mark Romig currently serves as the public address announcer for the New Orleans Saints.
The details
At the ceremony held at the Superdome, Gayle Benson presented the Romig family for induction into the Hall of Fame. The foundation also distributed additional awards, honoring Tyrann Mathieu with the legacy award and Mary Boler with the volunteer award.
Timeline
The family patriarchs began their professional careers in the late 1960s and early 1970s.
Jay Romig joined the New Orleans Saints in 1977.
Mary Beth Romig Haskins began serving as a spotter in 1992.
Mark Romig became the public address announcer for the Saints in 2013.
The Hall of Fame inductions occurred on October 15, 2026.
Culture Shift
The Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation annual honors luncheon serves as a primary marker for how the city celebrates its sporting heritage. This event underscores a shift toward recognizing the multi-generational labor that supports local professional franchises.
The induction serves as a reminder of the historical figures who shaped the game-day environment at the Superdome. Residents can look for these names in future official club histories and local sports archives.
The takeaway
Honoring individuals and families who dedicate decades to institutional roles highlights the importance of consistency in sports management. Such recognitions provide fans with a deeper understanding of the people behind the microphone and the front office.
Further reading
For more on recent local recognitions, visit the New Orleans Awards section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Advocate.
