After 25 Years at ESPN John Anderson Signs Off; Anchors Final SportsCenter

The ESPN family continues to undergo many changes. It is the end of an era for one of the most recognizable and beloved sports anchors. After 25 Years at ESPN John Anderson Signs Off; and Anchors his Final SportsCenter.

Anderson was a true gentleman and let fans know early on in the year that the end was near. Back in March John made it abundantly clear that he was retiring from the company (ESPN) after over two decades on the air. What is his reason for “hanging up the cleats?” Or guess we should say … flipping off the mic?

Well, just like a pro athlete knows when there is nothing or not much left in the tank. Anderson came to the same conclusion. For instance, on the “The Inside Wisconsin” show John Anderson mentioned that it was time to step aside and do something else. He says,

“I don’t know that it’s passed me by. But it’s taken its toll and I still want to be able to do the best shows I can and I don’t know that in years 26 or 27 that I have the stamina to go through it again. So I’m done.”

After 25 Years at ESPN John Anderson Signs Off; Anchors Final SportsCenter

Well John, we are all going to miss you. From the entertaining segments and breakdowns. Coverage of events such as track and field, as well as the New York City and Boston marathons. To those Classic and side-splitting hilarious ESPN commercials. Anderson served us, the sports people well. And wove himself into sports lore and cemented his legacy into the sports anchor culture.

However, many fans will also remember John being a part of the hit reality competition show, Wipeout. Being on the ABC network show for seven seasons. But what’s next for Anderson? What does the future hold?

Well, the ESPN anchor has landed a new position which commences next year. The University of Missouri revealed that Anderson will join its journalism school as an Endowed Chair in Radio and Television. He’ll start the new role in January 2025. David Kurpius, dean of the School of Journalism states,

“John has kept fans and aspiring sports journalists in the know for more than two decades, and I’m so excited that he has chosen to bring that experience back to his alma mater for the benefit of new generations of students.”

Nice. Well, John we will always remember the good times. But enjoy your new position and your new life chapter!

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