About Jake
Engaging, passionate, knowledgeable, versatile, witty, and straightforward. Jake’s innate ability to connect with audiences results in a thoroughly enjoyable experience for listeners.
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Testimonials
I’m really impressed with your work… The most impressive thing about your style is that you use the active voice over the passive voice whenever possible… On the subject of word pictures: phenomenal… You clearly pay very close attention to the game… You have a strong ability to ad lib, which is an absolute necessity for an elite hockey announcer… I give you an A for preparation.
I love your broadcasts of NESCAC hockey games… you’re an entertaining broadcaster.
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PxP Highlight Reel
Postgame Interview
Sideline Reporting
Recent Blog Posts
Why the National Anthem, the Flag, and Memorial Day Matter
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How to Lose a Game Three Minutes at a Time
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The Problem with “The Problem with Apu.”
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