ESPN has announced the addition of Keiana Martin as a new SportsCenter anchor. She has a long history of working with pro sports franchises like the San Francisco 49ers, Denver Nuggets, and Kansas City Chiefs.
What We Know: Keiana Martin joins ESPN after most recently working at CBS Sports. She was an on-air host and reporter in her role there. She made regular appearances on CBS Sports HQ and on CBS Sports Network. She also worked as a sideline reporter for the network’s coverage of the WNBA, college football, and college basketball. Previous stops include truTV, MSG Networks, and MLB Network. She’ll be based at the ESPN headquarters in Bristol.
What They Said: “Growing up, ESPN was more than just where I got highlights – it was where I learned how stories in sports could connect with people. Joining SportsCenter is a true full-circle moment for me. ESPN helped shape the way I fell in love with sports and sports storytelling, and I’m grateful to now have the opportunity to contribute to that same standard. ESPN has always represented the pinnacle in sports coverage, and I’m excited to contribute to that legacy.” -Keiana Martin
What It Means: Martin becomes the latest in a long line of those added to SportsCenter in recent months. Most recently, ESPN inked a deal with Madelyn Burke to join the storied program. Martin’s experience as anchor of Inside College Basketball and Inside College Football should help her hit the ground running at ESPN when she begins later this month.
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