I did some games for the Cougars and Royals back when I was in broadcasting and still do the Roughnecks. Also did the Dawgs back in the day and a little bit of basketball (which I found to be toughest). Baseball is totally different because of the pace, it's more of an ongoing conversation you are having with the audience, with moments of excitement.
Hockey is hard because of the pace of play.
Calling off your TV is a great way to start. Record yourself so it seems real. If you don't record you'll be tempted to stop and correct yourself.
That being said, once life is normal look for opportunities to call from a game in the booth. The perspective is different and calling off your TV will be easier in some ways.
Practice, practice, practice. It's a muscle that you have to build.
Would be happy to give anything a listen.
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