Sacramento sports anchor Matt George has been selected to co-host middays at Sactown Sports 1140, the station announced Thursday. The announcement is just the latest in a lineup shuffle that was announced this week by the Sacramento Kings flagship station. The move for George marks a return to radio after serving the last four years for local television affiliate ABC 10.
Prior to the announcement, George announced his departure from the television outlet as well as his Locked On Kings podcast duties. He recalled his time with ABC 10 as a blessing and felt humble for the opportunity.
“ABC 10 made it possible for me to do so many things I never thought possible,” wrote George on X. “You all have made so many of my dreams come true.”
George will be paired with Kayla Anderson, who arrival in a full-time role was announced on Wednesday. The The Matt and Kayla Show will be taking over the timeslot held by Allen Stiles, who is being elevated to afternoon drive along Kevin “Whitey” Gleason.
In making the announcement of George’s return to the station, he shared his excitement for the opportunity.
“I have so many great memories in this building and this stations. Excited to be coming back and hosting middays with Kayla,” said George during his appearance on The Carmichael Dave Show with Jason Ross.
George is no stranger to Sactown Sports 1140 listeners. He previously served as a fill-in host on several Sactown Sports programs in recent years. He also contributed to Sacramento Kings pre-game content. When he took the role with ABC 10 in August 2021, George ended a six-year run with Bonneville Sacramento, where he held roles across all company properties.
Known for his in-depth coverage of the Sacramento Kings, George brings a strong understanding of the team, the league, and the Sacramento sports landscape. His analytical approach, combined with an ability to connect with fans, makes him a natural fit to lead Sactown Sports’ new midday offering.
George’s work with ABC 10 ranged from local events to covering the NBA. While with both Bonneville and ABC 10, George also hosted the Locked On Kings podcast. Since 2017 and over 2,900 episodes later, George announced his departure from the Locked On podcast network via YouTube.
“The Locked On Kings podcast, and the Locked On network made my career,” said George via YouTube. “Locked On Kings is made me what I am today. The Locked On podcast network are the ones who truly believed and invested in me.”
The debut of George and Anderson’s program along with Stiles’ debut in afternoons is set for Monday January 12.
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