Veteran Versatile Sportscaster & Storytelling Reporter; Emmy Award-Winning NBC Sports Broadcaster; Renowned Olympic Reporter

Westchester County, NY, USA

Jimmy Roberts Biography

Jimmy Roberts is a sportscaster and writer known for his storytelling and versatility in sports broadcasting. With a career spanning more than three decades, Roberts has become a fixture at NBC Sports, serving as an essayist, interviewer, feature reporter, and studio host for both NBC Sports and Golf Channel. His coverage includes major sporting events such as the PGA TOUR, the Olympics, and championships in tennis, football, and horse racing. Roberts is recognized for his Olympic reporting, having covered 20 Olympic Games and noted for capturing the human drama behind athletic achievement.

Roberts began his career at ABC, where his work with Howard Cosell on "SportsBeat" earned him his first Emmy Award. He later joined ESPN as a correspondent for events including the World Series, NBA Finals, and heavyweight boxing championships, and contributed to the launch of ESPN’s "Outside the Lines" series. Since joining NBC, Roberts has continued to demonstrate his narrative skill through Olympic features and leadership in golf broadcasting. His work has been recognized with 15 Emmy Awards and the Lincoln Werden Award for golf writing, reflecting his influence in sports journalism.

In addition to his on-air work, Roberts is a public speaker and author. His book, "Breaking the Slump," received praise from major publications. He is frequently invited to host and emcee golf events, reflecting his role as a trusted voice in the sports community. Roberts’ career is marked by a commitment to storytelling and an ability to connect with audiences in sports media.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 09/18/2025.

Jimmy Roberts Videos

Heisman Race Discussion Podcast | Jimmy Roberts

Heisman Race Discussion Podcast | Jimmy Roberts

Super Bowl MVP & 199 Heisman winner Desmond Howard and Sportscaster for NBC & Emmy Award Winner Jimmy Roberts recap the shifting landscape of Week 7...

NBC Sports Commentator Jimmy Roberts '79 - YouTube

NBC Sports Commentator Jimmy Roberts '79 - YouTube

Jimmy Roberts talks journalism and Merrill College: How to get the most out of your college experience at Maryland.

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