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Biography

As part of the College Sports PR team at ESPN, it has been an exciting adventure for me since I joined the worldwide leader in July 2010. Always an avid sports fan and not an athlete – I grew up a huge fan of the Hartford Whalers, while also watching my brother compete at different levels. I became the manager of several high school sports teams and continued that hobby into college. While at Quinnipiac, I worked in the Sports Information Department, which led me to a summer internship at the New Haven Ravens, a AA baseball team, and an eventual job with the Athletic Communications Department at the University of Connecticut. After my five-year stint at Connecticut, I spent six years as Director of Communications at the BIG EAST Conference in Providence, R.I. before joining ESPN.

Content

Total articles 114

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  ESPN Celebrates World Storytelling Day

  By Rachel Siegal

  Mar. 20, 2024

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  ESPN's Partnership with the Women's Audio Mission Strikes a Note

  By Rachel Siegal

  Jun. 15, 2022

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  Using geographic information systems to inform the public health response to COVID‐19 and structural racism: The role of place‐based initiatives

  By Rachel Siegal, Haley Cooper, Ryan Kilmer, James Cook

  Dec. 22, 2021

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Company Info

ESPN

ESPN, or the Entertainment and Sports Programming Network, is a leading global sports media company founded in 1979. Headquartered in Bristol, Connecticut, it is primarily owned by The Walt Disney Company and Hearst Communications. ESPN revolutionized sports broadcasting with its 24-hour coverage and has since expanded its offerings significantly. The company operates several U.S. television networks, including its flagship ESPN channel, ESPN2, and ESPN Deportes, among others. It also provides direct-to-consumer services through ESPN+, which features live events and original content. ESPN's digital platforms, such as ESPN.com and the ESPN App, offer live streaming, scores, and analysis. Additionally, ESPN has a robust audio presence with its radio network and podcasts. The company reaches audiences in 141 countries and manages significant events like The ESPYS and various college sports tournaments. With a focus on sports enthusiasts, ESPN continues to be a dominant player in the sports media landscape.