Sports Writing Speakers

Penning the Playbook: Exploring the Intersection of Athletes & Journalism from Top Sports Writers

List of Sports Writing Speakers

Immerse yourself in the artistry of sports storytelling with these sports writing keynote speakers; an exceptional lineup of sports journalists, authors, and literary figures who bring the drama, passion, and narrative richness of sports to life through the written word. These speakers bring a dynamic blend of writing expertise, behind-the-scenes insights, and a passion for capturing the essence of sports through eloquent prose. Delve into discussions on sports journalism, the craft of sports writing, and the profound impact of storytelling on the sports narrative.

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Dan Shaughnessy

Member of the Boston Globe staff; nationally recognized sports writer; Written 12 books

Tony Kornheiser

Former Co-host of Pardon The Interruption, Host of the "Tony Kornheiser Show", Former Washington Post columnist

Doris Burke

Sportscaster & Game Analyst for the NBA & College Basketball on ESPN

Bob Costas
(1 rating)

Award-Winning Sportscaster, Broadcaster & Best-Selling Author

Guillermo del Toro

Academy Award Winning Filmmaker & Author; Best Known for "Pinocchio," "The Shape of Water," Pan's Labyrinth," and "Hellboy"

Parag Khanna

Managing Partner at FutureMap; Strategic Advisor to Governments & Global Companies; Bestselling Author; TED Speaker

Stephen A. Smith
(1 rating)

Sports Journalist, Analyst & Talk Show Host Known for "First Take"; Author, "Straight Shooter"

Rachel Nichols

Host and Co-Executive Producer of 'Headliners with Rachel Nichols'

Lesley Visser

First Female NFL Analyst, Hall of Fame Sportscaster, Lifetime Achievement Awardee

Bob Ley

Iconic Host of ESPN’s “Outside the Lines”, The Longest Serving Commentator at ESPN; 11-time Sports Emmy Award Winner, World Cup & Final Four Commentator

Peter King

NBC Sports Columnist; Football Night in America Correspondent

Brian Kilmeade
(1 rating)

Television & Radio Presenter; Co-host of "Fox & Friends" on FOX News Channel

Michael Wilbon

Co-host of ESPN's "Pardon The Interuption", Washington Post Columnist

Theo Epstein

Former Cubs & Red Sox President, World Series Winner, Time 100 Influencer

Sage Steele

Former ESPN Anchor Known for Hosting "SportsCenter"

Taylor Rooks

Emmy Nominated Sports Journalist Known for "Thursday Night Football" & "Take It There With Taylor Rooks"

Geno Auriemma
(1 rating)

Head Coach of the University of Connecticut Women's Basketball Team; Hall of Famer & 2025 NCAA Champion

Donna Orender
(3 ratings)

Founder of Generation W, Former President of the WNBA & Author of "WOWsdom!"