During their career as sportswomen, they are oftentimes in front of the cameras, drilled by journalists before or after their events. However, after their careers, they took up the profession, transitioning into or worked in sports journalism, broadcasting, and media. Saturday Telegraph’s CHARLES OGUNDIYA looks at some of the prominent athletes turned journalists.

Jeanette Kwakye

A retired British sprinter and 2008 Beijing Olympic 100m finalist who transitioned into sports broadcasting, working as a BBC presenter, trackside athletics reporter, and host for programmes like BBC Women’s Football Hour and Sky Sports basketball coverage.

Chiney Ogwumike

A WNBA star (Los Angeles Sparks) who simultaneously works as a full-time multi-platform sports journalist
and basketball analyst for ESPN.

Gretchen Ho

A former Philippine collegiate volleyball player and multi-sport athlete who became a prominent TV news anchor, host, and public affairs show producer in the Philippines.

Renee Washington

A former 3+ time All-American soccer player at La Salle University and professional player with Sky Blue FC who transitioned into sports broadcasting and media.

Claire Hanna

A former Team Canada national volleyball player and University of British Columbia athlete who moved into sports journalism and national reporting for TSN.

Lisa Salters

A former Penn State Lady Lions basketball player who built a long career as a general assignment and investigative journalist for ABC News and ESPN’s E:60.

Sarah Spain

A former Cornell University track and field captain and javelin record-holder who carved out a multi-decade career as an ESPN writer, host, and podcaster.