Courtesy of ESPN Press Room/John R. Manzo
ESPN has agreed to a multi-year contract with HBCU soccer legend, Professional Soccer Corridor of Famer, and three-time Tremendous Bowl champion Shannon Sharpe. Beneath this new deal, Sharpe will develop his position on First Take, ESPN’s signature morning debate present that includes Stephen A. Smith and host Molly Qerim.
“Shannon Sharpe has been an unbelievable addition to the staff, enhancing the present’s dynamic together with his partaking presence and insightful commentary,” mentioned David Roberts, ESPN’s Head of Occasion & Studio Manufacturing. “Shannon’s chemistry with Stephen A. Smith has elevated our debates and been one other key purpose First Take is the premier vacation spot for morning sports activities dialogue.”
First Take lately earned its twenty second consecutive month of year-over-year development and most-viewed Could ever, thanks partly to Sharpe’s contributions.
Sharpe – who initially joined First Take in August 2023 – may also see his position develop throughout varied different ESPN applications to be introduced later.
Stated Sharpe, “Being part of this household has been a blessing. Every part about this relationship with ESPN, Stephen A., and First Take, has been super. I sit up for increasing my position and exhibiting extra of the world what I’ve to supply. The present goes on!”
ESPN’s First Take airs weekdays from 10 a.m. – Midday ET on ESPN. Sharpe additionally hosts his weekly podcast, Membership Shay Shay, the place he sits down with athletes, celebrities and influencers to interrupt down, analyze and focus on the most recent headlines in sports activities, popular culture and every part in-between.
SHANNON SHARPE HBCU RESUME
Shannon Sharpe was a four-year letter winner at Savannah State College (1986-89). The Glennville, GA native was All-SIAC First Crew in 1987, 88 and 89 and was and named the School Participant of the Yr in Georgia as a Senior. Sharpe owns SSU single season receiving information for yardage, touchdowns and yards per catch, ending his profession with 192 receptions for 3,744 yards and 40 touchdowns.
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