The world of sports broadcasting was hit by a tragedy on Saturday when ESPN director Kyle Brown passed away suddenly while covering a college baseball game, know his cause of death and obituary
Brown, a 16-year veteran at ESPN, was just 42 years old.
ESPN director Kyle Brown cause of death, obituary, bio, age, family, wife and children
The Super Regional game between the 16th-ranked Alabama and the top-rated Wake Forest was unexpectedly delayed for two hours due to a ‘non-game related medical event’. It was only later revealed that the delay was due to Brown’s untimely passing. As of now, the cause of his death remains unknown.
A legacy of Kyle Brown cut short too soon
Brown was present at the scene in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, for Wake Forest’s Super Regional game against Alabama when the medical emergency unfolded.
Winston-Salem, NC – 42 yo ESPN director & former Ohio State baseball captain Kyle Brown suffered a medical emergency while working at NCAA Baseball super regional & died suddenly on morning of June 10, 2023.
He leaves behind 4 young children.#DiedSuddenly #cdnpoli #ableg https://t.co/ZmZEJ2NIRo pic.twitter.com/vJB4HZpRL8
— William Makis MD (@MakisMD) June 12, 2023
A statement issued by ESPN remembered Brown as a “deeply admired member” of their production team. His career was decorated with two Sports Emmy Awards, achieved while working across a wide array of sports events. From baseball and basketball to ‘Monday Night Football’ and college football, Brown’s directorial acumen graced various sports disciplines.
“Being a former Ohio State pitcher, Kyle cherished the opportunity to have a career in sports. His ESPN family wishes to extend our deepest condolences and full support to Kyle’s loved ones, including his wife Megan, their four children Makayla, Carson, Camden, Madyn, and their beloved dog Rookie”, said the statement from ESPN.
A career in sports: Kyle Brown’s journey
From an early age, Brown was passionate about working in sports and for ESPN. His passion for television production blossomed after an experience with a neighbor who worked as a director at ESPN. This led him to start working for ESPN productions at various Ohio State games televised by the network since he was a freshman in high school.
Recalling his experience with Dick Vitale, he had once shared, “You listen to him on TV and think, ‘This guy must drink Red Bull by the gallon,’ but off the air he is one of the most laid-back, nicest guys in the world.”
Kyle Brown leaving behind loved ones
Brown is survived by his wife Megan and their four children; 14-year-old Makayla, 11-year-old Carson, 9-year-old Camden, and 6-year-old Madyn, as reported by USA Today. His sudden demise leaves a significant void in the world of sports broadcasting and in the hearts of his loving family.
In his untimely departure, the sports world loses a skilled director and a passionate lover of the game. Kyle Brown’s significant contribution to ESPN and sports broadcasting at large will always be remembered.
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