Scott Smith
It was a dream job and I don't mind saying, it paid well – 10 bucks and a hot dog! At 15, my very first job was an announcer for the local little league, and somehow it's turned into a career I love – but sadly, minus the hot dogs.
I've had the privilege of covering many major sporting events like the Super Bowl, BCS Championship Game, PGA Championship, NCAA Tournament, and playoffs in the four major professional sports. It's always a special honor to interview icons in the game like Arnold Palmer, Tiger Woods, Pete Rose, and Smokin' Joe Frazier. However, my favorite part of the job is telling the stories of the inspiring, the unusual – and, of course, talking to diehard sports fans.
I've enjoyed many wonderful stops in my career before moving to Tampa, most recently at FOX in Washington, DC. I experienced that "dry heat" in Phoenix while working at KPHO. Meanwhile, my first taste of live television was in Tulsa, Oklahoma at KOTV. And it all started for me in my hometown of San Jose, California – the OTHER Bay Area – at Cal-Hi Sports.
I graduated from Harding University in Searcy, Arkansas where I played football for the Bisons, and yes, that's two Ss.
This is the part where I tell you about my spare time, but with two young kids, I don't have any. My wife Carina and I are blessed with a boy and a girl, Carson and Camryn.
The latest from Scott Smith
Wander Franco's deal with the Rays could be worth up to $223-million
The team is in the process of finalizing the richest contract in franchise history to someone just 70 games into his big-league career.
Buccaneers 2021 season preview: Book that boat parade
There is a reason only one team in the last two decades has been able to repeat as Super Bowl champion. Good thing the last quarterback to do it is the same fresh-faced kid wearing Number 12 for the Bucs now.
Rays trade Adames, Richards to Milwaukee for 2 pitchers
After eight seasons with the Tampa Bay Rays organization and the last four with the big-league club, Willy Adames met the fate of many Rays before him -- called in, sat down, and told he was being traded.
The 2020 Tampa Bay Buccaneers: More than just Tom Brady
Move over Dallas; the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are now America’s Team. At least, that’s what it seems like now that Tom Brady has taken the helm of the Bucs’ ship and some other big names have jumped aboard. Here’s what you need to know about the 2020 Bucs.
Rays anticipate shortened season with 'genuine excitement'
One week from today, baseball restarts Spring Training. Of course, it's more of a summer training. And there is a lot that teams like the Rays have to do to get ready for baseball's return.
Reports: Buccaneers intend to make offer Tom Brady can't refuse
Conventional thought would be, if you have a chance to get a 4-time Super Bowl MVP on your team, it's probably a good idea.
Picks 'N' Pints: Week 15 in NCAA College Football
Conference championship weekend is upon us. Like a good chocolate porter, it's bittersweet. Bitter because it's the last weekend of college football's regular season. Sweet because it provides us with great match-ups and a ton of intrigue as to which teams will lock up the four spots in the NCAA College Football Playoff.
Picks 'N' Pints: Week 14 in NCAA College Football
Now that your belly is full of Thanksgiving dinner, and hopefully pie, it's time to get back to business. Not only does NCAA College Football not take a day off for the holiday - it starts early this week.
Picks 'N' Pints: Week 13 in NCAA College Football
Welcome to cupcake Saturday in NCAA College Football. Many of the tops teams schedule a breather before getting into bowl game territory.
Picks 'N' Pints: Week 12
It's week 12 of college football, which means Sports Director Scott Smith and Chris Cato are feeling the chill of national championship pressure.