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NASCAR Hall of Famer Tony Stewart Returns to the FOX Sports Broadcast Booth for the Clash and Daytona 500

FOX Sports Celebrates NASCAR’s 75th Anniversary Season Starting February 5 with Busch Light Clash at the Coliseum

FOX NASCAR Rolls into Its 23rd Consecutive Season, Highlighted by Network’s 20th Daytona 500 Airing February 19 on FOX

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – For the second consecutive year, FOX Sports kicks off its NASCAR season coverage in Los Angeles and Daytona with NASCAR Hall of Famer and three-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Tony Stewart serving as an analyst in the FOX NASCAR booth alongside Mike Joy and former racing teammate Clint Bowyer.

Joy, Bowyer and Stewart team to call the Busch Light Clash at the Coliseum from Los Angeles on Sunday, Feb. 5 (8:00 PM ET on FOX), and the 65th running of the DAYTONA 500 on Sunday, Feb. 19 (2:30 PM ET on FOX).

“I’m thrilled to be back in the FOX NASCAR booth for the Busch Light Clash at the Coliseum and the Daytona 500 again this year,” Stewart said. “I was honored to call both last year and really enjoyed seeing the action from a different perspective and role, not to mention the sheer entertainment of sharing a booth with Clint and Mike. I’m looking forward to opening the new season with FOX and seeing what 2023 holds for the sport.”

Last year, the three-time NASCAR champion also was on the call for the NASCAR Cup Series races at Circuit of the Americas and Sonoma Raceway. He also joined the FOX Sports booth as an analyst for the US Nationals in Indianapolis, as well as the NHRA Nationals from Maple Grove Raceway to kick off the NHRA Countdown to the Championship. In 2021, Stewart teamed with Adam Alexander and Bowyer to call the season-opening NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Daytona.

Rounding out FOX NASCAR’s Clash at the Coliseum broadcast crew are technical analyst Larry McReynolds and pit reporters Jamie Little and Regan Smith. FOX NASCAR prerace coverage begins at 4:00 PM ET with NASCAR RACEDAY on FOX, co-hosted by Chris Myers, Shannon Spake and Adam Alexander, with Bowyer, Stewart, McReynolds, Michael Waltrip, Jamie McMurray, Josh Sims, Little and Smith. 

FOX NASCAR BUSCH LIGHT CLASH AT THE COLISEUM SCHEDULE

(all times live unless otherwise noted and subject to change)

Wednesday, Feb. 1

  • NASCAR RACE HUB (6:00-6:30 PM ET) (FS1)

Thursday, Feb. 2

  • NASCAR RACE HUB (6:00-7:00 PM ET) (FS1) (live from LA Coliseum)

Friday, Feb. 3

  • NASCAR RACE HUB (6:00-7:00 PM ET) (FS1) (live from LA Coliseum)

Saturday, Feb. 4

  • NASCAR Cup Series practice (6:00-8:00 PM ET) (FS1)
  • NASCAR RACE HUB: WEEKEND EDITION (8:00-8:30 PM ET) (FS1)
  • NASCAR Cup Series qualifying (8:30-9:30 PM ET) (FS1)

Sunday, Feb. 5

  • NASCAR RACEDAY (4:00-5:00 PM ET) (FOX)
  • Busch Light Clash at the Coliseum Heat Races (5:00-7:00 PM ET) (FOX & FOX Deportes)
  • NASCAR RACEDAY (7:00-8:00 PM ET) (FOX)
  • Busch Light Clash at the Coliseum (8:00-10:00 PM ET) (FOX; FOX Deportes broadcast on the FOX Sports app)

FOX Sports Films Presents BACK TO SCHOOL WITH GUS JOHNSON Premiering Saturday, February 18 on FOX

New Documentary Celebrates Veteran FOX Sports Announcer’s Renowned Career and Enrollment in Harvard University’s Prestigious Fellowship Program

First-look Trailer Unveiled Today (Click Here) 

LOS ANGELES – FOX Sports Films announces today, its new documentary BACK TO SCHOOL WITH GUS JOHNSON, a powerful one-hour special celebrating our very own Gus Johnson, one of the most exciting and passionate voices in all of sports broadcasting, from past to present as he returns to school for a year-long prestigious fellowship program at Harvard University. The FOX Sports and Coaches+ Media collaboration, BACK TO SCHOOL WITH GUS JOHNSON premieres Saturday, Feb. 18 at 7:00 PM ET on FOX, ahead of a highly anticipated Michigan State vs. Michigan college hoops matchup featuring Johnson on the call.

“FOX Sports is honored to shine a spotlight on Gus Johnson’s story from becoming one of the most iconic voices in all of sports to his truly inspirational new journey through academia,” said Charlie Dixon, Executive Vice President & Head of Content, FOX Sports. “Gus is a one-of-a-kind talent, and we couldn’t be more excited to give audiences a special look into his illustrious career and the impactful work he is doing at Harvard.”

From the broadcast booth to Harvard lecture room, BACK TO SCHOOL WITH GUS JOHNSON invites audiences along on Johnson’s journey beginning with his childhood in Detroit, studies at Howard University, the rise of his broadcasting career, and his recent return to academia at Harvard to reveal the man behind the mic. The film peels back the layers on his life history, his motivations to give back to others, and his future aspirations.

“I was nervous about letting people into my life, but I thought if I could show kids through my journey that education is cool, it was worth it,” said Johnson. “I think this is a really good story and hope that it inspires. I also hope fans enjoy watching some fantastic folks at a great school, and get new insights into sports as well as the pursuit of lifelong learning.”

In 2022, Johnson was recruited for Harvard’s Advanced Leadership Initiative (ALI), an innovative academic program designed to unleash the potential of experienced leaders to help solve society’s most pressing challenges. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity allowed Johnson to rub elbows with a diverse group of global leaders and enabled the fan favorite sports personality to utilize his voice beyond the game to affect change in the lives of others and have a profound societal impact.

For one solid year, Gus held two full-time jobs: a student at Harvard during the week and FOX Sports’ lead college football and basketball announcer on the weekends.

BACK TO SCHOOL WITH GUS JOHNSON features special guest appearances from University of Michigan head football coach, Jim Harbaugh, and Harvard men’s basketball head coach, Tommy Amaker, along with other sports luminaries from Johnson’s past and present, all of whom have had an impact on his career. Viewers will also witness Johnson’s interactions with his Harvard fellowship program cohort as they discuss some of the world’s most critical problems. The film also takes viewers on the road to a football game at the University of Michigan for a first-hand look at Johnson in the booth and behind the scenes for FOX Sports.

BACK TO SCHOOL WITH GUS JOHNSON is produced by Coaches+ Media, in association with Rise and Fire and TeamWorks Media. The film’s executive producers are Gus Johnson, Craig Robinson and Jay Sharman, as well as FOX Sports’ Eric Shanks, Mark Silverman, Charlie Dixon and Barry Nugent.  Chris Weber serves as director and producer.

FOX Sports Films is dedicated to presenting captivating global sports documentaries through an unconventional and entertaining lens. Working with FOX Sports’ league and conference partners, the brand produces original programming, connecting live sports events to sports culture.

For more information, visit FOX Sports Press Pass and follow @FOXSportsPR on Twitter.

Two-Time Pro Bowler Alejandro Villanueva Joins FOX Deportes as Lead NFL Analyst

LOS ÁNGELES – FOX Deportes today announces former NFL offensive lineman Alejandro Villanueva has joined the network as lead NFL analyst. Villanueva will share his expertise and analysis throughout the 2022 NFL Playoffs culminating with the network’s dedicated live  broadcast of Super Bowl LVII from State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz on Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023.

Villanueva makes his debut as the network’s lead game analyst on Saturday, January 21, 2023, with the NFC Divisional Round showdown between the rival Philadelphia Eagles and New York Giants. He will also appear on the network’s flagship NFL program, NFLEROS, throughout the postseason.

“We are proud to welcome Alejandro to FOX Deportes,” said network Executive Vice President and General Manager Carlos Sanchez.  “His football career and professional story speaks for itself.  We have no doubt that he will offer invaluable insight as part of our comprehensive coverage of Super Bowl LVII.”

Villanueva starred for the Pittsburgh Steelers from 2014-2020 including appearing in two Pro Bowls (2017, 2018).  He also played for the Philadelphia Eagles and the Baltimore Ravens.

“I’m looking forward to this incredible opportunity with Fox Deportes to work with Adrian, Jesse, and the rest of the incredible staff,” said Villanueva. “I think it will be awesome to bring a Spanish audience some insights about American football and what I found to be fascinating as I got to know the sport.”

Born in Mississippi to Spanish parents and raised in Rhode Island, Belgium and Spain, Villanueva began playing football in high school.  He went on to start four years for the Army Black Knights, while also serving in the United States Army from 2010-2015. He deployed a total of three times to Afghanistan and was awarded a Bronze Star Medal with V device for rescuing soldiers while under enemy fire.

Villanueva also graduated with an MBA from Carnegie Mellon University’s Tepper School of Business in 2019.

Spanish Version:

EL DOS VECES ELEGIDO AL PRO BOWL ALEJANDRO VILLANUEVA SE UNE A FOX DEPORTES COMO SU PRINCIPAL ANALISTA DE LA NFL

El veterano de siete años de la NFL hace su debut como analista el sábado en el juego entre los Philadelphia Eagles vs. New York Giants.

LOS ÁNGELES – FOX Deportes hoy anuncia que el ex liniero ofensivo de la NFL Alejandro Villanueva se ha unido a la cadena como su principal analista de futbol americano.  Villanueva compartirá su experiencia y análisis durante la postemporada de la NFL culminando con la transmisión en vivo del Super Bowl desde Glendale, Arizona, el domingo, 12 de febrero de 2023

Villanueva hace su debut como analista el sábado, 21 de enero, 2023 con el Juego de la Ronda Divisional entre los Philadelphia Eagles y los New York Giants.  También aparecerá en el programa original, NFLEROS, durante la postemporada.

“Estamos orgullosos de darle la bienvenida a Alejandro a FOX Deportes”, dijo el Vicepresidente Ejecutivo y Gerente General del canal Carlos Sánchez. “Su carrera e historia personal habla por sí sola.  No cabe duda de que él ofrecerá conocimiento invaluable como parte de nuestra cobertura del Super Bowl LVII”.

Villanueva lució con los Pittsburgh Steelers del 2014 al 2020 incluyendo, siendo elegido dos veces al Pro Bowl (2017, 2018).  También jugó para los Philadelphia Eagles y los Baltimore Ravens.

“Espero con ansias esta oportunidad increíble con FOX Deportes para trabajar con Adrián, Jessi y el resto del personal increíble”, dijo Villanueva.  Creo que será genial poder traer conocimiento sobre el fútbol americano a la audiencia hispanohablante y lo que encontré fascinante cuando aprendía de este deporte”.

Nacido en Mississippi de padres españoles y criado en Rhode Island, Bélgica y España, Villanueva empezó a jugar futbol americano en la preparatoria.  Jugó cuatro años para los Army Black Knights, al tiempo que servía en el Ejército de los Estados Unidos  entre 2010 y 2015.  Villanueva fue enviado un total de tres veces a Afganistán y recibió una Medalla Estrella de Bronce.

Villanueva también se graduó con una maestría de negocios de la Tepper School of Business de la Universidad de Carnegie Mellon en 2019.

FOX Sports Celebrates Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. During Its Robust Slate of Games Featuring Special Guests & Insightful Features on This Historic Holiday

An Epic HBCU Matchup, Morehouse Takes on Howard Monday at 7:00 PM ET on FS1

Earlier on FOX, Georgetown Goes Up Against Villanova at 12:00 PM ET and Purdue Faces Off Against Michigan State at 2:30 PM ET

LOS ANGELES – On Monday, FOX Sports honors the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on MLK Day with a special college basketball matchup featuring Morehouse College, Dr. King’s alma mater, at Howard University at 7:00 PM ET on FS1.

Up-and-coming play-by-play announcer Jason Ross Jr. is joined by longtime coach LaVall Jordan for analysis in the highly anticipated matchup between the two Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

FOX Sports’ MLK Day coverage includes special messages from prominent sports and entertainment figures sharing stories of the impact Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy has had on them. HBCU alums Pam Oliver, Shannon Sharpe, Michael Strahan and Anthony Anderson also offer their thoughts on Dr. King, along with Emmanuel Acho and other special guests.

Coverage begins on FOX with host Mike Hill and analysts Casey Jacobsen and Jim Jackson providing insight and analysis from Los Angeles throughout the day, beginning with FOX COLLEGE HOOPS TIP-OFF at 11:30 AM ET.

BIG EAST rivals Georgetown vs. Villanova tip off at 12:00 PM ET on FOX with play-by-play announcer Tim Brando and analyst Donny Marshall on the call.

At 2:30 PM ET on FOX, No. 3 Purdue faces off against Michigan State in a Big Ten clash with play-by-play announcer Jason Benetti and analyst Bill Raftery teaming up in East Lansing, MI.

FOX Sports Unveils Unrivaled 2022 NFL Playoffs Schedule in Lead up to Super Bowl LVII

First Network in 40 Years to Carry Two Wild Card Round Games, Two NFC Divisional Round Games, the NFC Championship Game and Super Bowl

4K Games: From Super Wild Card Weekend to Super Bowl LVII, All FOX NFL Postseason Games Produced in 4K

LOS ANGELES – FOX Sports today unveils its premier 2022 NFL Playoffs broadcast schedule featuring more games than any other network in the last 40 years culminating with FOX’s 10th all-time presentation of NFL’s big game in Super Bowl LVII. The Super Wild Card Weekend opener between the Seattle Seahawks and San Francisco 49ers on Saturday, Jan. 14, kicks off an unrivaled NFL postseason schedule that will see FOX become the first network since the 1982-83 season to present two Wild Card Playoff Games, two NFC Divisional Playoff Games, the NFC Championship Game and the Super Bowl.

4K Postseason Production

The entire FOX NFL postseason, including Super Bowl LVII, will be produced in High Dynamic Range (HDR) at 1080p and broadcast in 4K. This is the first time every game of the NFL Playoffs and the Super Bowl will be broadcast in 4K by one network. FOX NFL Playoff games and the Super Bowl will be available in 4K through several FOX Sports distributors, including Altice Optimum, Comcast Xfinity, Cox Contour TV, DIRECTV, DISH Network, FuboTV, Verizon FIOS and YouTube TV.

Super Wild Card Weekend Coverage

Super Wild Card Weekend coverage on FOX begins Saturday, Jan. 14, at 1:30 PM ET with “NFL Championship Chase: Wild Card Weekend” presented by NFL Films. At 2:30 PM ET, FOX NFL KICKOFF with host Charissa Thompson, analysts Charles Woodson, Michael Vick and Sean Payton and NFL insider Peter Schrager opens with in-depth coverage, followed by a special FOX NFL SUNDAY, America’s most-watched NFL pregame show since 1994, at 3:30 PM ET. The coverage leads up to kickoff at 4:30 PM ET when the 49ers host the rival Seahawks.

Dynamic play-by-play announcer Joe Davis and three-time Super Bowl champ Daryl “Moose” Johnston will call the Super Wild Card Weekend clash between NFC West rivals on Saturday from Levi’s Stadium with Pam Oliver and Kristina Pink reporting from the sidelines and Dean Blandino as rules analyst. Pete Macheska serves as the producer and Artie Kempner as the director.

On Sunday, Jan. 15, FOX NFL pregame coverage starts at 4:00 PM ET with veteran co-hosts Curt Menefee and Terry Bradshaw alongside FOX NFL analysts Howie Long, Michael Strahan and Jimmy Johnson and FOX NFL insider Jay Glazer. The celebrated lineup brings viewers right up to kickoff at 4:30 PM ET when the Vikings face the Giants.

FOX NFL’s acclaimed lead broadcast team with play-by-play announcer Kevin Burkhardt and three-time Pro Bowl tight end Greg Olsen will call the Super Wild Card Weekend Sunday showdown between the New York Giants and Minnesota Vikings live from U.S. Bank Stadium with Erin Andrews and Tom Rinaldi reporting from the sidelines. Former NFL Vice President of Officiating Mike Pereira rounds out the on-air crew as rules analyst. Richie Zyontz serves as the producer with Rich Russo as director.

FOX Deportes

FOX Deportes delivers leading Spanish-language coverage across the postseason with two Wild Card Games, two NFC Divisional Games, the NFC Championship Game and Super Bowl LVII. Former NFL wide receiver Marco Martos and renowned play-by-play announcer Jorge Perez Navarro bring viewers the action of this weekend’s Wild Card Games. Rodolfo Landeros, Giselle Zarur and Spanish-language television legend Jessi Losada helm studio coverage for both games.  The complete FOX Deportes NFL Playoffs talent lineup will be announced prior to the Divisional Round.

FOX Sports App

In addition to television availability, broadcasts of all FOX NFL postseason games can be streamed digitally on the FOX Sports app and NFL digital properties.

In accordance with the league’s scheduling policy, this year’s FOX NFL Playoffs schedule is subject to change.

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