Marty Smith Age, Wiki and Bio

Marty Smith

Quick Info

ProfessionSports Journalist, Reporter
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth15/04/1976
Age49 years
BirthplacePearisburg, Virginia, United States

Bio/Wiki

Real Name/Full NameMartin Smith
HometownPearisburg, Virginia, United States
Zodiac signAries

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 10" (178 cm)
Eye ColorHazel Green
Hair ColorSalt and Pepper

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolGiles High School, Virginia
College/UniversityRadford University, Virginia

Personal Life

Food HabitNon-vegetarian
Hobbies
  • Travelling
  • Fishing

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
Affairs/GirlfriendsLainie

Family

SpouseLainie Smith
Children
  • 1 Son: Vivian
  • 2 Daughters: Cambron, Mia

Career

OverviewMarty Smith has established a prominent career in sports journalism, particularly known for his extensive coverage of NASCAR and college sports.
Career Highlights
  • Began as a reporter for The Roanoke Times covering high school sports.
  • Worked as the beat writer for Virginia Tech Football for The Washington Post.
  • Joined The News & Advance to report on basketball.
  • In 1999, he became a senior writer for NASCAR.
  • Joined ESPN in 2006 as their NASCAR reporter and contributed to shows like NASCAR Countdown and NASCAR Now.
  • Hosted 'SportsCenter Presents: Marty Smith’s America' starting in 2017 and interviewed renowned athletes.
  • Launched a podcast titled 'Marty Smith’s America podcast'.
  • Authored books including 'Never Settle: Sports, Family, and the American Soul' (2019) and 'Sideline CEO: Leadership Principles from Championship' (2023).

Favourites

Sport
  • Golf
  • Surfing

Social Media

Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/martysmithespn/
Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/MartySmithESPN
Twitterhttps://x.com/MartySmithESPN

Some Lesser Known Facts

Marty was part of his school's 1993 state-champion football team.
He auditioned for the Highlanders baseball team during his time at Radford University but wasn't selected.
An avid dog lover, he owns a Cavapoo.
He enjoys occasional alcohol and is skilled in horse riding.
Maintains fitness through gym workouts and cycling.

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