This week’s episode of Voices in the Game features a fun and insightful conversation with Jacob Davey! Jacob serves as the Director of Strategic Communications for Duquesne University Athletics, where he is the primary media contact for Duquesne football, cross country, track & field, triathlon, acrobatics & tumbling, and women’s lacrosse.

We talked about his journey to Duquesne, some of his favorite moments working in sports, and the behind-the-scenes responsibilities he manages as the Director of Strategic Communications for an NCAA Division I athletics program.

We also discuss his other role in the sports industry. He is the Tournament Director for the National Wiffle League Association (NWLA) National Tournament, which will take place this Saturday and Sunday (July 19–20) at North Strabane Township Park in Canonsburg, PA!

If you would like to find out more information about the tournament, visit nwlatournament.com.

It is time for an all-new episode of Voices in the Game featuring an incredible conversation with Chris Mycoskie!

Chris has done just about everything in the sports media world—TV sports reporter, radio host, play-by-play announcer, color analyst, sideline reporter, and more. 

In this episode, we dive into how he got his start in the industry at a young age, the many hats he has worn along the way, and how the powerful story of his daughter, Hannah, continues to inspire him both professionally and personally.

Do not miss this heartfelt and insightful interview with a true industry veteran.

If you work in the sports industry and would like to share your insights, stories, or advice, I would love to feature you! Feel free to reach out via email at [email protected]. 

Episode #5 of Voices in the Game is live for everyone to listen to featuring Neil Villapiano! 

Neil is a sportscaster who wears multiple hats as a broadcaster, writer, and host of the Devils State of Mind Podcast, covering everything related to the three-time Stanley Cup Champion New Jersey Devils.

If you work in the sports industry and would like to share your insights, stories, or advice, I would love to feature you! Feel free to reach out via email at [email protected]. 

Voices in the Game is back with a brand-new episode featuring Play-By-Play Announcer and Owner of Mach10 Digital, Ford Martin.

In this episode, Ford shares what it was like growing up immersed in the world of NASCAR, how he launched his own digital media company, and the balancing act of calling games across multiple sports and schools throughout the year.

If you work in the sports industry and would like to share your insights, stories, or advice, I would love to feature you! Feel free to reach out via email at ⁠[email protected]⁠.

We are back with another episode of Voices in the Game!

Episode 3 features a fantastic conversation with Jon Chelesnik. Jon is the founder and owner of the Sportscasters Talent Agency of America (STAA). Jon shares his journey from working behind the mic as a sportscaster to building a nationwide talent agency that helps sportscasters grow their careers.

If you work in the sports industry and would like to share your insights, stories, or advice, I would love to feature you! Feel free to reach out via email at [email protected].

This interview was originally uploaded on June 15th, 2025.

Episode 2 of Voices in the Game is live, featuring Rich Hollenberg!

Rich is an Emmy Award-winning sportscaster who currently serves as the TV pregame and postgame host for the Tampa Bay Rays on the FanDuel Sports Network and a college basketball play-by-play announcer for ESPN.

He is also the founder of the Break-In & Break-Through cohort, helping aspiring sportscasters find their voice in the industry.

If you work in the sports industry and would like to share your insights, stories, or advice, I would love to feature you!Feel free to DM me or reach out via email at [email protected].

This interview was originally uploaded on June 8th, 2025.

Hello!

I am Colton DeBiase, and I want to welcome you to the very first episode of Voices in the Game!

If you are interested in breaking into the sports industry or want to learn more about the people who make it all happen behind the scenes, this interview series is for you. We will highlight a wide range of roles and provide you with an inside look at what it's really like to work in sports. 

Our first episode is with a true veteran of the sports world! Doug Birdsong, the voice of Bucknell Football and Men’s Basketball since 2000.

Doug and I discuss a variety of topics, including his start in the business, some of his favorite memories from his time at Bucknell, and how his position has evolved over the past two decades.

If you work in the sports industry and would like to share your insights, stories, or advice, I would love to feature you! Feel free to DM me or reach out via email at [email protected].

This interview was originally uploaded on June 1st, 2025.