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JIM COSTA
Jim Costa is a Livonia native and a graduate of Central Michigan University with a degree in broadcast and cinematic arts. He spent more than four years in the Grand Rapids radio market before returning to metro Detroit to work for 97.1 The Ticket in 2021. He had previously interned at the station.

JON JANSEN
Jon Jansen is an 11 year NFL Veteran Offensive Tackle, University of Michigan Football Captain and National Champion. Throughout Jon's playing career he worked with the media in many different capacities, including writing articles for the Washington Times and Detroit Free Press and co-hosting the Monday Night Live show on Comcast.

Since his retirement he spent 3 years with the Big Ten Network, where he co-hosted studio shows, sideline reporting, and served as a color analyst from the booth. He is currently the color commentator for Michigan Football.

HEATHER PARK
Heather Park is a co-host on the 97.1 Detroit Sports Radio Network morning show. She joined the "Jamie and Stoney Show" in June 2017, brining a new female voice to the program. Following the retirement of Mike Stone and the passing of Jamie Samuelsen, the show has evolved, with her now co-hosting alongside Jim Costa and Jon Jansen.

Prior to her full-time radio career, she was the in-park host at Comerica Park for the Detroit Tigers, a role that gave her a deep connection to the local sports scene. She also worked for WWJ-TV, hosting "Detroit Sports News" and "Michigan Golf Weekly"

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DOUG KARSH
Doug Karsh has been working radio since he was a student at Michigan State. Even though he originally planned to study engineering in East Lansing he changed his mind and eventually began working in radio. His first job was interning at AM 1050 in Ann Arbor.

Karsh was hired in 2000, when AM 1270 started as a sport talk radio station. In 2007, Karsh began working with Scott "Gator " Anderson and the Karsh & Anderson show was born. Karsh is the play-by-play announcer for University of Michigan Football.

Growing up in Ann Arbor, Karsh was a Detroit sports fan while also cheering for the San Diego Padres. He has worked on the radio doing play-by-play for Michigan State sports and for Wolverine Sports Magazine. In addition, he co-hosted ESPN's College Tailgate show.

SCOTT "GATOR" ANDERSON
Scott "Gator" Anderson teams up with Doug Karsh for the midday show on 97.1 Detroit Sports Radio Network. Called "Gator" by his peers, the nickname originated when he was in high school and a professional wrestling fan. As a tag team, he and a friend were ready to take on the professional wrestling circuit.

Gator grew up in West Bloomfield. He began his radio career in high school, and graduated from Michigan State University. As an upper classman, Gator worked as an intern for WJR and then joined WXYT full-time. He began his on-air work doing commercials and working pre-game and half-time shows for the Detroit Lions and Michigan State Spartans.

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MIKE VALENTI
Opinionated, knowledgeable, and always self deprecating, Valenti is the fans voice. Love him or hate him, Mike Valenti is one of the most opinionated personalities at 97.1 Detroit Sports Radio Network. Since 1998, MIke has been immersed in radio and television, working for and producing a host of shows.

Originally from upstate New York Valenti began watching the Big Ten from a young age, and by the time he was in high school, he was a full-fledged Michigan State fan. He arrived in East Lansing to study journalism but also worked at the New York Giants training camp for two summers during his time as an undergrad. Valenti is a die-hard Spartan fan, as well as a New York Giants and Boston Celtics fan.

RICO BEARD
Rico is a Detroit native and former Host of "The Spartan Beat" in Lansing. He was also a co-host of "The Ryan and Rico Show" on Detroit Sports 105.1. Rico is an MSU alumnus and a Heisman Trophy voter. He has worked in the media for over two decades covering Michigan State, University of Michigan and all the Detroit pro teams.

He has worked in television in Detroit (Fox 2) and Lansing (Fox 47) and has covered nine Final Fours, three Stanley Cups, two NBA Finals, five college football bowl games and two World Series. Rico has also been a College Professor/Instructor.

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BET MGM – BET MGM TONIGHT with BRAD EVANS & PAT BOYLE Monday – Friday 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM ET

Immerse yourself in the action every night with BetMGM Tonight, your live central hub for every pivotal moment across the sports world. Brad Evans and his co-host Pat Boyle deliver five hours of high-energy, interactive sports talk, covering the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, and College Sports. Combining real-time interaction with sharp, responsible betting insights and essential analysis. BetMGM Tonight makes you part of the biggest games and the biggest stories every night.

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LYNNELL WILLINGHAM Monday – Wednesday 11:00 PM – 3:00 AM ET; Saturday & Sunday 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Willingham brings undeniable energy every time he’s on the mic. His larger-than-life presence, and tell it to your face mentality will ignite Westwood One Sports Night into spirited, opinion-packed conversations that keep fans locked in. With roots in Washington DC sports radio and a reputation for unfiltered takes with an interactive style, he covers the stories fans care about most with enthusiasm and authenticity that’s second to none.

JOSH GRAHAM Wednesday – Friday 11:00 PM – 3:00 AM ET; Saturday & Sunday 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM ET

Josh Graham brings a distinctive, national voice to Westwood One Sports Night – rooted in years of covering college and pro sports in ACC country. Josh has a unique perspective on the storylines shaping football, basketball, and beyond at every level.

Known for his relentless curiosity and ability to ask thoughtful, unexpected questions, Josh delivers provocative insights and marquee guests while exploring the biggest national conversations in ways that leave listeners captivated and wanting more. His knowledgeable takes will have you saying; “I never thought about it like that”.

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Westwood One Sports is home to some of the most exciting sports broadcasts on radio. In addition to being the exclusive network radio partner to the NFL since 1987—featuring regular and post-season NFL football, including the playoffs and the Super Bowl—its other extensive properties include NCAA Basketball, including the NCAA Men’s and Women’s Tournaments and the Final Four®; U.S. Soccer; The Masters; NCAA Football; and other marquee sports events.

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Jerry Coyne and Rich Calkins Face-Off every Friday from 10AM-11AM on WGRY Up North Sports Radio about everything sports.

Listen LIVE on WGRY 101.1FM

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Hosted by JC and Rich Calkins on Saturdays from 10AM-11AM

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Join host Lt. Col. Denny Gillem, U.S. Army (Retired) for Frontlines of Freedom, a military news & talk radio show addressing the most pressing issues facing our armed forces, veterans and their families.

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Westwood One Sports is home to some of the most exciting sports broadcasts on radio. In addition to being the exclusive network radio partner to the NFL since 1987—featuring regular and post-season NFL football, including the playoffs and the Super Bowl—its other extensive properties include NCAA Basketball, including the NCAA Men’s and Women’s Tournaments and the Final Four®; U.S. Soccer; The Masters; NCAA Football; and other marquee sports events.