97.1 The Fan in Columbus has announced a multi-year extension that will keep Anthony Rothman at the station. Anthony co-hosts Rothman and Ice in middays during the week with Matty “Ice” Hayes. Additionally, Rothman will continue to host The Fan Tailgate Show on Saturdays during the football season with former Ohio State All-American linebacker Andy Katzenmoyer and Tim May.
Station Manager Cody Welling said in a release, “It’s been a privilege to work with Anthony, and I’m honored to be his teammate for the next several years. Anthony is well-respected as a broadcaster, and his dedication to philanthropy is unwavering. He has been a massive contributor to 97.1 The Fan’s success.”
Rothman added, “I am very grateful to The Fan for the opportunity to continue my love of sports broadcasting. I couldn’t ask to be in a better city and owe my longevity to my talented co-hosts and our passionate fans.”
This year is Rothman’s 13th at The Fan and 30th in the Columbus market. He started his broadcast career as a TV Anchor and Reporter.
Rothman and Ice was chosen as the No. 4 mid-market midday shows in the 2023 BSM Top 20.
