Sage Steele
Sage Steele is a highly respected American television anchor and sportscaster, best known for her work with ESPN.
Why you should book Sage Steele for your next event
- Sage Steele is a seasoned television personality with years of experience in the industry, making her an excellent choice for any event. She is known for her professionalism, on-screen presence, and ability to engage with audiences.
- As a sportscaster, Steele has a wealth of knowledge about a wide range of sports, including football, basketball, and NASCAR. Her expertise makes her an ideal speaker for sports-related events, but she can also bring a unique perspective to other types of events.
- Steele is passionate about giving back to the community and serves on the boards of two prominent charities. Her commitment to philanthropy can inspire and motivate audiences, and she may be able to speak on topics related to social responsibility and making a positive impact in the world.
Sage Steele is an American television anchor and sportscaster, best known for her work with ESPN. She has hosted and contributed to various sports programs, including SportsCenter, First Take, and the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Steele is also involved in philanthropy, serving on the boards of the Pat Tillman Foundation and the V Foundation for Cancer Research.
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Keynotes
Keynote by Sage Steele: Practice Diversity ... but mean it
YES....race/gender/religion are all important cogs of diversity. But Sage truly believe diversity BEGINS AND ENDS with diversity of THOUGHT. Diversity/tolerance/acceptance....MUST begin with diversity of thought. Sage has many examples that she's willing to share.. when diversity of thought has been used against her /other public figures, etc... and how we can hold each other (personally, professionally & publicly) accountable to be better and practice TRUE diversity! Sage thinks, practicing this is the ONLY way our country improves and heals.
Keynote by Sage Steele: Choosing the Harder Right
Sage's father, a 1970 West Point graduate, raised us with this motto. It's part of the cadet prayer at West Point which reads, “
help me to choose the harder right instead of the easier wrong, and to never be content with a half truth when the whole can be won
”. Sage has found that if we stop and think about it, we usually know exactly what decision we SHOULD make. Whether it applies to our personal lives or our careers, deep down, we know the answer! The key is actually being honest with ourselves, and then following through with it. For a basic, everyday example... putting the grocery cart in the designated area in the parking lot even though its much faster and easier to shove it up on the curb because we’re all so “busy”!! This motto (prayer) has guided Sage through some of her toughest times in life, and has proven to be so helpful when pondering nearly every aspect of life.
help me to choose the harder right instead of the easier wrong, and to never be content with a half truth when the whole can be won
”. Sage has found that if we stop and think about it, we usually know exactly what decision we SHOULD make. Whether it applies to our personal lives or our careers, deep down, we know the answer! The key is actually being honest with ourselves, and then following through with it. For a basic, everyday example... putting the grocery cart in the designated area in the parking lot even though its much faster and easier to shove it up on the curb because we’re all so “busy”!! This motto (prayer) has guided Sage through some of her toughest times in life, and has proven to be so helpful when pondering nearly every aspect of life.
Keynote by Sage Steele: Standing Tall
Sage wants to go deep on the sometimes difficult, yet important decision to stand up for ourselves, but to do so with grace & kindness. Sage has countless stories from her 27+ years as a tv sportscaster... stories and examples that begin with her being a super shy young woman with a big non-traditional dream (especially at the time) ...in a man’s world with no confidence, no experience, as a textbook people-pleaser, afraid to stand up for myself....and the conscious decisions she HAD to make in order to survive...and eventually, flourish.
This can definitely be tailored to female audiences (of all ages) but male as well. Sage has been amazed by how few men are willing to put their neck on the line and stand up for themselves or others, despite what society says about/expects from men. But in order to find true success, we must be willing to stand tall, which means being brave enough to cast fear aside. Fear of failure, fear of disappointing others, fear of being disliked...so many fears! But once we do, and we come out on the other side, it truly is a beautiful thing...which only encourages us to keep pushing, keep reaching for the stars, by standing tall.
This can definitely be tailored to female audiences (of all ages) but male as well. Sage has been amazed by how few men are willing to put their neck on the line and stand up for themselves or others, despite what society says about/expects from men. But in order to find true success, we must be willing to stand tall, which means being brave enough to cast fear aside. Fear of failure, fear of disappointing others, fear of being disliked...so many fears! But once we do, and we come out on the other side, it truly is a beautiful thing...which only encourages us to keep pushing, keep reaching for the stars, by standing tall.
Sage Steele
Inspiring career as a television anchor & philanthropist
Sage Steele is a seasoned American television anchor and sportscaster who has made a name for herself in the industry. With over two decades of experience, Steele has hosted and contributed to various sports programs, including SportsCenter, First Take, and the Scripps National Spelling Bee. She has also been a guest co-host of ESPN2's SportsNation and has hosted ABC and ESPN's New Year's Rockin' Eve during the inaugural College Football Playoff.
Before her time at ESPN, Steele began her career as a producer and reporter at WSBT-TV in South Bend, Indiana. She then moved to WISH-TV in Indianapolis, where she covered the Indianapolis Colts, the Indiana Pacers, and the 1997 NCAA Men's Final Four. In 1998, Steele moved to Tampa and worked as a reporter, anchor, and host for WFTS-TV, covering the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the 1999 NCAA Men's Final Four. In 2000, she joined Fox Sports Net in Tampa and covered Super Bowl XXXV for the 2000-01 NFL season.
In 2001, Steele became the anchor for the debut of Comcast SportsNet, serving the Washington DC/Baltimore region. She anchored the flagship show SportsNite for six years and was also a beat reporter for the Baltimore Ravens from 2001-2005, hosting a magazine show for all five seasons.
Steele graduated from Indiana University in 1995 with a Bachelor of Science degree in sports communications. She is also a board member for the Pat Tillman Foundation and the V Foundation for Cancer Research, demonstrating her commitment to philanthropy and social responsibility.
Overall, Steele is known for her professionalism, sports expertise, and philanthropic focus, making her a highly sought-after speaker and media personality. She has been profiled by several media outlets, including Rolling Stone, Wall Street Journal, Vibe, and Huffington Post, and continues to make an impact in the industry and beyond.
Before her time at ESPN, Steele began her career as a producer and reporter at WSBT-TV in South Bend, Indiana. She then moved to WISH-TV in Indianapolis, where she covered the Indianapolis Colts, the Indiana Pacers, and the 1997 NCAA Men's Final Four. In 1998, Steele moved to Tampa and worked as a reporter, anchor, and host for WFTS-TV, covering the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the 1999 NCAA Men's Final Four. In 2000, she joined Fox Sports Net in Tampa and covered Super Bowl XXXV for the 2000-01 NFL season.
In 2001, Steele became the anchor for the debut of Comcast SportsNet, serving the Washington DC/Baltimore region. She anchored the flagship show SportsNite for six years and was also a beat reporter for the Baltimore Ravens from 2001-2005, hosting a magazine show for all five seasons.
Steele graduated from Indiana University in 1995 with a Bachelor of Science degree in sports communications. She is also a board member for the Pat Tillman Foundation and the V Foundation for Cancer Research, demonstrating her commitment to philanthropy and social responsibility.
Overall, Steele is known for her professionalism, sports expertise, and philanthropic focus, making her a highly sought-after speaker and media personality. She has been profiled by several media outlets, including Rolling Stone, Wall Street Journal, Vibe, and Huffington Post, and continues to make an impact in the industry and beyond.
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