Randy Scott's Dedication Secured Him his Dream Job

When Randy Scott was only 10 years old, he knew he wanted to be a sports anchor. Growing up without cable, on rare occasions he would see "Sportscenter" on television, and he was in awe. He realized that people had found a way to make a career out of being funny and smart, but most of all, he learned you could make a career out of loving sports. From the moment he watched ESPN as a kid, he knew it was his dream to be a part of the show.

In pursuit of a career in broadcasting, he attended Northwestern University and earned a degree in journalism. By his second job, he was the sports director at WNEG in Toccoa, Georgia. However, he learned some of his biggest lessons when the station suddenly let him go.

Despite his disappointment, he pushed through and learned that being let go is an unfortunate part of the business. But more importantly, the experience taught him the importance of working hard and being kind to everyone you meet.

Scott's big break came while he was working in Boston when a friend got him in contact with Steve Levy. He sent a few demo reels, which Levy immediately criticized. But this didn't deter him. He created a new reel, and before he knew it, he was auditioning for ESPN. He was hired to host a show called "The Highlight Express".

After all the hard work and time, he considers telling his wife and his mother about being hired by ESPN the highlight of his career. With a lifetime of dreams secured, he made sure "The Highlight Express" wasn't his finish line.

He works hard each and every day with a crew he loves to create the best show he can. Now, he's an anchor for "Sportscenter: AM". Because of his dedication, talent, and character, Randy Scott has made a career out of being funny and smart. But most of all, he's made a career out of loving sports.