Know all the information, bio, and net worth of ESPN journalist Dave McMenamin, who married Malika Andrews
In August 2024, ESPN reporters Malika Andrews and Dave McMenamin tied the knot in a heartfelt ceremony in San Francisco. Their shared passion for basketball was evident throughout the event, with basketball-themed decor and even a functional hoop at the reception. This love for the sport is what initially brought them together, having first met while covering a Knicks game in 2017.
Who is Dave McMenamin husband of Malika Andrews, bio, age, height, job, salary and net worth
Dave McMenamin was born in Rosemont, Pennsylvania.
After graduating from high school, Dave enrolled at Syracuse University and attended S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications, where he majored in broadcast and digital journalism.
Born: 26 October 1982 (age 41 years)
Height: 1.75 m
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Dave McMenamin, a Philadelphia native now residing in Los Angeles, remains a devoted Philadelphia Eagles fan. When the Eagles made it to the Super Bowl in 2018, McMenamin didn’t hesitate to secure two tickets, bringing along his brother Jeff, an equally passionate supporter. McMenamin’s journey in sports journalism began at Syracuse University, where he was a student manager for the Orangeโs 2003 national championship basketball team.
McMenaminโs early career saw him ghostwriting for former Golden State Warriors player Gilbert Arenas. Initially working as a nighttime editor at NBA.com, he crafted first-person blog posts under Arenasโ name, which evolved into direct collaboration with the NBA star. Since joining ESPN in 2009, McMenamin has primarily covered the Los Angeles Lakers, contributing to various platforms such as NBA Today, ESPN the Magazine, SportsCenter, and Outside the Lines.
He co-authored with Brian Windhorst the book โReturn of the King: LeBron James, the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Greatest Comeback in NBA Historyโ. While his salary isn’t known, he has a net worth of $1-5 million.
How did Dave McMenamin meet Malika?
McMenamin first met Malika Andrews in 2017 while covering a game between the New York Knicks and Cleveland Cavaliers at Madison Square Garden. Five years later, in 2022, he proposed to Andrews on Thanksgiving Day. The couple married in August 2024 at Cavallo Point Lodge in Sausalito, California, a location that held sentimental value as a nod to Andrewsโ Bay Area roots.
Notably, the reception included a functional floriated basketball hoop, a tournament bracket-themed seating chart, and a nod to the late Kobe Bryant, as their wedding date fell on Mamba Day, August 24th. McMenamin even switched into Mambacita Nikes for the final look. The celebration also included Syracuse Spritzes, a tribute to McMenaminโs alma mater, adding to the intimate and meaningful atmosphere of their special day.