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The Sport Profile
Hosted by Dylan Manfre · EN
The goal of The Sport Profile is to share the stories of the sports journalists, broadcasters and other media professionals who cover your favorite teams each day. You see their bylines or faces on screens, but who actually are they as people? The Sport Profile allows listeners to get to know their favorite creators beyond the byline.
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Zach Selby: Washington Commanders Senior Writer
1w ago00:30:37Tap to summarizeMeet Zach Selby! Someone who will never quit on himself. Don't tell him he can't do something because the man is admittedly stubborn and will work his tail off to achieve anything. Whether it's a Lego set, baking recipes for the 18 NFL games in the schedule (more on that in the episode) or riding his bike to four jobs, Zach is always going to find a way.Read Zach's work for the Commanders hereSupport The Sport Profile on Buy Me a CoffeeMore from The Sport Profile hereFollow Zach on Social Media:X: @ZachSelbyWCInstagram: @zachdselby
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Kelly Saco: Miami Heat and Miami Marlins Sideline Reporter
1w ago00:25:51Tap to summarizeMeet Kelly Saco! Ever wonder how on-field reporters handle a viral Gatorade bath? Kelly has experienced a few of those in her time covering the Miami Marlins. We discuss her hobbies, her love of language and how being a student-athlete at Syracuse helped her in her broadcast career!Support The Sport Profile on Buy Me a CoffeeMore from The Sport Profile hereFollow Kelly on Social MediaX: @KellySacoInstagram: @kellysaco_sportsLearn a language from the same platform as Kelly, Italki
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Pat McCarthy: New York Mets Radio Host
2w ago00:37:41Tap to summarizeMeet Pat McCarthy, who is a radio host and play-by-play voice for the New York Mets. Something you'll learn in this episode is that he always aims to have fun. Does not matter the setting or who he's with; he's going to be authentically himself and have a good time. That wasn't always the case, though. We talk work/life balance, word usage in broadcasts, his friendship with Keith Raad and much more!Support The Sport Profile on Buy Me a CoffeeMore from The Sport Profile hereFollow Pat on Social Media:X: @PatMcCarthy_Instagram: @pmccarthy_pxp
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Myah Taylor: Dallas Wings/High School Sports Reporter, Dallas Morning News
2w ago00:34:37Tap to summarizeMeet Myah Taylor! She covers the Dallas Wings and high school sports for the Dallas Morning News but no matter what she's covering, she prioritizes humanizing the athletes/coaches she writes about. Writing has always made her feel free and authentic. We dive into her passion for blogging, curly hair and much more in this episode!Support The Sport Profile on Buy Me a CoffeeMore from The Sport Profile hereRead Myah's work for DMN hereFollow Myah on Social Media:X: @t_myahInstagram: @_myah_t
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Grant Boone, US Women's Open Broadcaster
3w ago00:32:46Tap to summarizeThe US Women's Open runs June 4-7, but before you tune in, you should get to know the man commentating the match for USA Network—Grant Boone!Grant has been associated with golf for a long time. He enjoys the nostalgia of the sport and is also excited for what its future has in store. We talk about his love for golf, local ice cream and how he prioritizes gratitude throughout his day.Watch the US Women's Open on USA NetworkRound 1: 2-7 pmRound 2: 2-7 pmRound 3: 5-7 pmFULL BROADCAST SCHEDULESupport The Sport Profile on Buy Me a CoffeeMore from The Sport Profile hereFollow Grant on Social Media:X: @grantbooneInstagram: @grantboone
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Terrika Foster-Brasby: Connecticut Sun Sideline Reporter/WNBA Analyst
3w ago00:36:31Tap to summarizeDon't put yourself in a box!No, not the hustle culture term. Terrika Foster-Brasby genuinely likes to play in the dirt in her garden! It's what helps her stay true to herself amid the myriad of obligations she has during the WNBA season. Terrika and I discuss the impact the Connecticut Sun had on her career, how she's been able to stay motivated while she was part-time at ESPN for nearly seven years and how she prioritizes authenticity in her storytelling.Support The Sport Profile hereMore from The Sport Profile hereFollow Terrika on Social Media:X: @sheknowssportsInstagram: @sheknowssportsCheck out her Website here
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Joseph Dycus: Golden State Warriors/Valkyries Beat Writer, The Mercury News
4w ago00:36:16Tap to summarizeJoseph Dycus always shows up. He knows how important it is to do as a sports journalist covering the Golden State Warriors and Golden State Valkyries as well as in his personal life. He gets to show up for himself by taking photos during his road trips and long walks. We touch on a variety of topics from sports media, meal prepping, traveling and much more!Support The Sport Profile: https://buymeacoffee.com/thesportprofileMore from The Sport Profile: https://linktr.ee/TheSportProfilePodFollow Joseph on Social Media:X: https://x.com/Joseph_DycusInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/photos_from_joseph/Read Joseph's work for the Mercury News: https://www.mercurynews.com/author/joseph-dycus/
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Marisa Ingemi: Golden State Valkyries reporter, Astrology lover and cat mom
May 2600:32:42Tap to summarizeMeet Marisa Ingemi! She's someone who cares deeply about women's sports and controlling her own destiny. She recently launched Valkyries Beat, her newsletter covering the WNBA's Golden State Valkyries, because she wanted to chart her own path!When she's not reporting, she's doing everything under the sun—including sword fighting! No, really. More about that in the episode!Support The Sport Profile on Buy Me a CoffeeSubscribe to Valkyries Beat hereFollow Marisa on Social MediaBlueSky: @mingemi.bsky.socialInstagram: @marisaingemi
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Doug Feinberg: Associated Press National Women's Basketball Reporter
May 2100:33:10Tap to summarizeDoug Feinberg has been around women's basketball for the majority of his career. He's seen everything there is—at least that's what he thought. After staking out multiple days till 3 am covering the WNBA CBA negotiations, now he can really say he's seen everything. We talk about his passion for journalism, his time coaching HS girls' basketball and how he stays present during a hectic schedule.Support The Sport Profile on Buy Me a CoffeeMore from The Sport Profile hereFollow Doug on Social Media:X: @DougFeinbergInstagram: @doug.feinbergRead Doug's work for the AP here
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Kate Rooney: PIX 11 New York Sports Reporter
May 1900:27:59Tap to summarizeKate Rooney has so many passions in addition to sports journalism. She still considers herself a "Musical Theater Nerd" and believes it goes so well with her broadcast TV career! We talk Knicks, storytelling and how she's staying authentic and true to herself away from the camera!Support The Sport Profile on Buy Me a CoffeeMore from The Sport Profile hereFollow Kate on Social Media:X: @TheKateRooneyInstagram: @thekaterooneyNever miss a beat from Kate's work covering your favorite team!
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