Tag: Get Up

"For me, it’s about seeing content that they haven’t seen from me before. When you’re at ESPN, there’s a certain model that they do things. Now, independence allows me to broaden my reach with different things I can do. Hopefully, earning a new appreciation for what I can bring to the table."

"If I’m doing this and spending time away from my family, there’s a reason. I want to call the best games possible and be in the best situation to talk ball and have fun with it."

"I didn't want to have a lot of fluff. I wanted to spit real knowledge, take people behind the curtains, let them know how the sausage is made so fans will become better fans."

"I’ve been blessed with the gift of communication and natural non-fear of crowds and cameras."

"Being at ESPN for 15 years, it’s been an absolute joy."

"Working with great people, talking about a sport I love! Doesn’t get much better! Let's go!"

"Every kid who's ever touched a ball wanted to be on ESPN. To work with you guys, it's been awesome. But to get to do the NBA finals, it was exciting, fun, and we had a blast."

"From arriving in Las Vegas with nothing but ambition to stepping onto the grounds of Churchill Downs with a fresh perspective, Fortenbaugh's career has been built on preparation meeting opportunity."

"April's gains built directly on a strong Q1, where studio shows combined averaged 14% more viewers than the prior year."

"I just want to be the guy you want to sit next to on a plane and talk sports with. My goal is you see my face on ESPN and you say, ‘Oh s**t. Schrager’s on today, what’s he got. This is going to be fun."