ESPN is losing one of its most recognizable personalities.
“SportsCenter” host Robert Flores announced Thursday he is leaving the network after 11 years for “more security and more creativity.” He announced his decision in a lengthy post on his Facebook page. Flores said his new employer will be announced next month.
Flores became part of the news last year when Lakers guard Nick Young, who’s engaged to rapper Iggy Azalea, took offense to a jab Flores made at his fiancee. Never one to hold his tongue, Flores also called out fellow media members for their lack of criticism of Travis Kelce’s touchdown celebrations in comparison to Cam Newton’s.
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Jason Barrett is the President and Founder of Barrett Media since the company was created in September 2015. Prior to its arrival, JB served as a sports radio programmer, launching brands such as 95.7 The Game in San Francisco, and 101 ESPN in St. Louis. He also spent time programming SportsTalk 950 in Philadelphia, 590 The Fan KFNS in St. Louis, and ESPN 1340/1390 in Poughkeepsie, NY. Jason also worked on-air and behind the scenes in local radio at 101.5 WPDH, WTBQ 1110AM, and WPYX 106.5. He also spent two years on the national stage, producing radio shows for ESPN Radio in Bristol, CT. Among them included the Dan Patrick Show, and GameNight.
You can find JB on Twitter @SportsRadioPD. He’s also reachable by email at Jason@BarrettMedia.com.
