ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – WFXR’s Jermaine Ferrell has been recognized amongst some of the great sports broadcasters and named the ‘2024 Virginia Sportscaster of the Year’ by the National Sports Media Association.
The winners are voted on and chosen by peers and other broadcasters within the industry and is considered a distinguishing honor.
“We here all know how great Jermaine is at what he does, and the impact he has on our viewers, schools, and athletes. To have his peers see in him what we see in him every day is both remarkable and very well earned.” – Dave Kosin, News Director with WFXR News
Dave Goren, the Executive Director of the National Sports Media Association said, “I have witnessed Jermaine shooting standups and was not at all surprised that he won. It is a sign of peer respect.”
The National Sports Media Association is a nonprofit organization founded in 1959 that celebrates the diverse legacy of sports media in the US and develops educational opportunities for people pursuing internships, mentoring, scholarship programs, and careers in sports media.
I’m so excited for Jermaine and his well-deserved recognition with the National Sports Media Association’s “Virginia Sportscaster of the Year Award”. He is a true role model, leader, and friend—not just for us here at WFXR, but for athletes, coaches, and organizations all over the region. From his coverage of college sports to his tireless work on Hardee’s Friday Night Blitz, his professionalism and passion are on display every day. We at WFXR know how amazing Jermaine is, and it’s incredibly rewarding to know that his peers feel the same way. Congratulations Jermaine!” – Benjamin Oldham, General Manager with WFXR News