Samantha Ponder
Keynote Speaker: Former Host of ESPN's “Sunday NFL Countdown"; NCAAF & NFL Sportscaster
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Samantha Ponder Biography
Samantha Ponder, an American sportscaster, is recognized primarily for her tenure as the host of ESPN's "Sunday NFL Countdown," which she left involuntarily in 2024. Her career trajectory in sports broadcasting has been both diverse and dynamic, spanning a number of roles across varied platforms. Ponder's early professional journey saw her immersed in the college sports landscape, where she served as both a reporter and host for ESPN's coverage of college football, in addition to her role as a basketball sideline reporter.
She was chosen to replace Erin Andrews on "College GameDay" – a coveted Saturday morning slot on ESPN. Concurrently, Ponder co-hosted the Saturday morning edition on ESPNU, thereby augmenting her visibility and credibility on the national sports broadcasting stage. These roles not only provided Ponder with extensive exposure to the intricacies of college sports, but also honed her skills in live television broadcasting, interview techniques, and game analysis.
Between the years 2012 and 2014, Ponder further expanded her repertoire by becoming the regular sideline reporter for ESPN's "Thursday Night College Football". This role offered her the opportunity to engage closely with the dynamics of the game, the players, and the coaching staff, thereby broadening her understanding of football at a granular level. In addition to her national roles, Ponder also contributed to the regional sports scene through her appearances on the ESPN-owned, Texas-focused Longhorn Network. This diverse range of experiences has equipped Ponder with a comprehensive understanding of both regional and national sports landscapes, making her a credible authority on the subject.
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Samantha Ponder is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Television & Film, Journalism, Entertainers, Sports Journalism & Broadcasting, Athlete, Celebrity, Sports and Christian.
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Samantha Ponder generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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Samantha Ponder is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Television & Film, Journalism and Entertainers. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Samantha Ponder generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Laurie Hernandez, Bethany Hamilton and Jim Morris. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Samantha Ponder for an upcoming event.
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ESPN lays off NFL studio host Sam Ponder, analyst Robert Griffin III ...
Aug 16, 2024 ... "NFL Sunday Countdown" host Samantha Ponder and football analyst Robert Griffin III have been laid off by ESPN, a decision that has been characterized as ...
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Michele Tafoya: 'Troubling' part of Sam Ponder's ESPN firing
Aug 20, 2024 ... Michele Tafoya, who worked for years on ESPN, said she isn't buying that Sam Ponder's firing was for budgetary reasons, as has been reported.
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Riley Gaines suggests Sam Ponder's ESPN dismissal centered ...
Aug 17, 2024 ... "So ESPN fires Sam Ponder, the only woman at the network who was publicly said men don't belong in women's sports. 3 weeks before football season?" Gaines ...
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How do I book Samantha Ponder to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Samantha Ponder for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Samantha Ponder, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Samantha Ponder or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Samantha Ponder for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Samantha Ponder, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Samantha Ponder, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Samantha Ponder speak about?
Samantha Ponder is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Television & Film, Journalism, Entertainers, Sports Journalism & Broadcasting, Athlete, Celebrity, Sports and Christian. -
Where does Samantha Ponder travel from?
Samantha Ponder generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Samantha Ponder?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Samantha Ponder for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Samantha Ponder for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Samantha Ponder or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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