Shannon Spake is a seasoned American sports broadcaster renowned for her dynamic presence across NASCAR, NFL, and college sports coverage. Born on July 23, 1976, in South Florida, she graduated from Florida Atlantic University with a degree in communications. Spake's broadcasting career commenced behind the scenes, including roles at Nickelodeon and CBS's The Early Show, before transitioning to on-air positions. She gained prominence at ESPN from 2006 to 2016, serving as a pit reporter for NASCAR events and covering college football and basketball games. In 2016, she joined FOX Sports, where she co-hosted NASCAR Race Hub, anchored NASCAR race coverage, and reported from the sidelines for NFL and college football broadcasts. In 2024, Spake transitioned to NASCAR Digital Media/TNT Sports to host NASCAR Inside The Playoffs and also joined Bally Sports Southeast as a host and reporter for the Charlotte Hornets, marking a return to her early career roots in Charlotte.
Beyond her broadcasting achievements, Spake is an accomplished endurance athlete and a dedicated advocate for health and fitness. Diagnosed with scoliosis at age 12, she underwent corrective surgery involving the insertion of rods in her back. Defying expectations, she swam competitively through high school and college, earning a scholarship to Broward College before transferring to FAU. She has completed multiple marathons and half-Ironman triathlons and serves as an ambassador for the Ironman Foundation . Spake resides in Charlotte, North Carolina, with her husband, Jerry McSorley, and their twin sons, Brady and Liam. Balancing a demanding career with family life and athletic pursuits, she exemplifies resilience and dedication both on and off the screen.
