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John Fanta to Work the Kentucky Derby for NBC

The versatile reporter will bring his unique style to the Churchill Downs infield.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 23

NCAA Tournament Broadcasting Notes and Thoughts

A rising star, notable absences and a legend’s legendary performance have highlighted CBS and Turner’s coverage.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 23

High Point’s Student Radio Team Gave Us an All-Time Great Tournament Moment

The video of Jimmy Rosselli and Griffin Wright calling their team’s upset win against Wisconsin is a must-see.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 20

John Fanta Interviewing Florida 7'9" Center Was Iconic Final Four Moment

Give the camera operator a raise.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 5, 2025

Caleb Love Puts Together Incredible Performance Despite Arizona's Loss to Duke

The graduate student didn't go out without a fight.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 28, 2025

Arizona's Tommy Lloyd Addresses History Between Caleb Love, Duke

The Blue Devils' fans are quite familiar with the Wildcats' guard.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 27, 2025

Rivals Rick Pitino, John Calipari Trade Hilarious Quotes Ahead of Arkansas-St. John's Matchup

Longtime rivals Rick Pitino and John Calipari cracked funny remarks ahead of their Arkansas-St. John's NCAA Tournament matchup.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 21, 2025

Will Wade Revealed Smart Schematic Change That Helped McNeese Catch Clemson Off-Guard

McNeese State pulled off a stunning upset over Clemson in the first round of the NCAA tournament on Thursday.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 21, 2025

Arkansas Leading Scorer Adou Thiero Ruled Out for First-Round Game vs. Kansas

The Razorbacks won't have a key piece Thursday.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 19, 2025

Announcer John Fanta's Electric Call of Wild Princeton-Rutgers Finish Felt Like March

Fanta was perfect on the mic during an entertaining final stretch at Prudential Center.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 21, 2024