Meet Benjamin Royer: The OC Register Writer Covering LeBron & the Lakers Playoff Run

Terrika Foster-Brasby: Connecticut Sun Sideline Reporter/WNBA Analyst

Don't put yourself in a box! No, not the hustle culture term. Terrika Foster-Brasby genuinely likes to play in the dirt in her garden! It's what helps her stay true to herself amid the myriad of obligations she has during the WNBA season. Terrika and I discuss the impact the Connecticut Sun had on her career, how she's been able to stay motivated while she was part-time at ESPN for nearly seven years and how she prioritizes authenticity in her storytelling. Support The Sport Profile here [https://buymeacoffee.com/thesportprofile] More from The Sport Profile here [https://linktr.ee/TheSportProfilePod] Follow Terrika on Social Media: X: @sheknowssports [https://x.com/sheknowssports] Instagram: @sheknowssports [https://www.instagram.com/sheknowssports/] Check out her Website here [https://www.terrikafosterbrasby.com/]

Joseph Dycus: Golden State Warriors/Valkyries Beat Writer, The Mercury News

Joseph Dycus always shows up. He knows how important it is to do as a sports journalist covering the Golden State Warriors and Golden State Valkyries as well as in his personal life. He gets to show up for himself by taking photos during his road trips and long walks. We touch on a variety of topics from sports media, meal prepping, traveling and much more! Support The Sport Profile: https://buymeacoffee.com/thesportprofileMore from The Sport Profile: https://linktr.ee/TheSportProfilePodFollow Joseph on Social Media:X: https://x.com/Joseph_DycusInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/photos_from_joseph/Read Joseph's work for the Mercury News: https://www.mercurynews.com/author/joseph-dycus/

Marisa Ingemi: Golden State Valkyries reporter, Astrology lover and cat mom

Meet Marisa Ingemi! She's someone who cares deeply about women's sports and controlling her own destiny. She recently launched Valkyries Beat, her newsletter covering the WNBA's Golden State Valkyries, because she wanted to chart her own path! When she's not reporting, she's doing everything under the sun—including sword fighting! No, really. More about that in the episode! Support The Sport Profile on Buy Me a Coffee [https://buymeacoffee.com/thesportprofile] Subscribe to Valkyries Beat here [https://www.valkyriesbeat.com/?email=Dylanmanfre11%40gmail.com] Follow Marisa on Social Media BlueSky: @mingemi.bsky.social [https://bsky.app/profile/mingemi.bsky.social] Instagram: @marisaingemi [https://www.instagram.com/marisaingemi/]

Doug Feinberg: Associated Press National Women's Basketball Reporter

Doug Feinberg has been around women's basketball for the majority of his career. He's seen everything there is—at least that's what he thought. After staking out multiple days till 3 am covering the WNBA CBA negotiations, now he can really say he's seen everything. We talk about his passion for journalism, his time coaching HS girls' basketball and how he stays present during a hectic schedule. Support The Sport Profile on Buy Me a Coffee [https://buymeacoffee.com/thesportprofile] More from The Sport Profile here [https://linktr.ee/TheSportProfilePod] Follow Doug on Social Media: X: @DougFeinberg [https://x.com/DougFeinberg] Instagram: @doug.feinberg [https://www.instagram.com/doug.feinberg/] Read Doug's work for the AP here [https://apnews.com/author/doug-feinberg]

Kate Rooney: PIX 11 New York Sports Reporter

Kate Rooney has so many passions in addition to sports journalism. She still considers herself a "Musical Theater Nerd" and believes it goes so well with her broadcast TV career! We talk Knicks, storytelling and how she's staying authentic and true to herself away from the camera! Support The Sport Profile on Buy Me a Coffee [https://buymeacoffee.com/thesportprofile] More from The Sport Profile here [https://linktr.ee/TheSportProfilePod] Follow Kate on Social Media: X: @TheKateRooney [https://x.com/TheKateRooney] Instagram: @thekaterooney [https://www.instagram.com/thekaterooney/] Never miss a beat from Kate's work covering your favorite team! [https://pix11.com/author/kate-rooney/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnwiLhHTyZlcBTVVFibbWiPREVIslQChV6vO2GnaQkoSjzOZ0AxqZgSjfB58o_aem_HJTjhNlQj-N6uWkl2NTA9g]