Allison Williams (reporter)

Allison Williams (born January 18, 1984) is a sportscaster with ESPN and former host for select pregame/postgame shows for Marlins Live. She did field reporting with play-by-play man Rich Waltz and color commentator Tommy Hutton.[1]

This article is about the American sportscaster. For the American actress, see Allison Williams (actress). For the 2003 pageant titleholder, see Allison Williams (Miss West Virginia).
Allison Williams
Williams at Salem Football Stadium in December 2012
Born (1984-01-18) January 18, 1984
NationalityAmerican
Alma materUniversity of Miami
OccupationESPN Sideline Reporter
Years active2006-present
EmployerESPN

Broadcasting career

Williams worked for Marlins Live for the Miami Marlins as a sideline reporter and host for pregame and postgame shows. She previously also did reporting for the Florida Panthers on home games with play-by-play man Steve Goldstein, Color Analyst Bill Lindsay, and Sportscaster Frank Forte. In addition, Williams also does sideline reporting for telecasts on college football and basketball for the ESPN Networks.[2]

Other work

In addition to college football, college basketball, the Panthers, and the Marlins, Williams has hosted shows such as Miccosukee Sports Rap, The Jason Taylor Celebrity Golf Special, Ultimate Fan Experience, and other shows.[3]

Personal life

Williams grew up in Michigan and graduated from the University of Miami in 2006 with a degree in broadcast journalism.[4] In her spare time, she enjoys running, going to the beach, doing crosswords, kickboxing, playing softball, and spending time with her family and friends. She loves all sports, but her favorite sports are football, basketball, baseball, and hockey.[5]

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References
  1. "Marlins TV and Radio Shows and Broadcast Partners". marlins.com: Schedule. Miami.marlins.mlb.com. 2013-05-24. Retrieved 2014-01-07.
  2. Fox Sports (2013-12-28). "Florida". FOX Sports on MSN. Foxsportsflorida.com. Retrieved 2014-01-07.
  3. Fox Sports (2013-12-28). "Florida". FOX Sports on MSN. Foxsportsflorida.com. Retrieved 2014-01-07.
  4. "ESPN's Allison Williams is not the actress Allison Williams". The Sports Bank. 28 February 2016.
  5. Fox Sports (2013-12-28). "Florida | FOX Sports on MSN". Foxsportsflorida.com. Retrieved 2014-01-07.
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