Longtime ESPN play-by-play announcer Mark Jones is set to call his final game for the network this weekend, according to a report from The Athletic. Jones’ last broadcast is scheduled for Sunday, bringing an end to a tenure that spans more than three decades.
He originally joined ESPN in 1990 and quickly became a versatile voice across multiple sports properties.
Over the years, Jones handled play-by-play duties for the NBA, college football and, more recently, the UFL. Additionally, he contributed to coverage of the WNBA and both men’s and women’s college basketball, further establishing himself as one of the network’s most reliable broadcasters.
His work extended beyond basketball. Jones called a variety of events for ABC, including college football and international competitions. He also covered the World Track and Field Championships in both Stuttgart and Gothenburg during the 1990s.
Earlier in his career, Jones played a prominent role in the network’s marquee NBA coverage. He hosted SportsCenter segments surrounding the NBA Finals during two separate stretches and also handled play-by-play responsibilities for the 2011 NBA Finals on ESPN 3D.
Beyond that, he contributed to coverage of All-Star Weekend events and the NBA Draft.
Before arriving at ESPN, Jones built his foundation in Canada. He worked for The Sports Network in Toronto, where he served as a sports desk anchor and hosted a program focused on the Toronto Blue Jays.
A Toronto native, Jones attended York University, where he played basketball and earned All-Conference honors. He later received the school’s Bryden Award, recognizing leadership and achievement. Jones also represented Canada in international basketball competition.
ESPN has not confirmed the news of Jones departure, and how the ESPN broadcast teams will adjust for the upcoming postseason play.
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