Jody Jackson (Sports journalist)
Jody Jackson (Sports journalist)
Jody Jackson is an American Sports journalist lives in Phoenix, Arizona. She is a sports Journalist and anchor for Fox Sports Arizona. [1]
Education
Jackson graduated from the University of Miami where she double majored in journalism and political science.
Career
Jody Jackson pictured on her Instagram
As a young 21–year-old, Jackson traveled alongside the Miami Dolphins. An exciting moment for her was when she interviewed former Dolphins quarterback Dan Marino whom she watched growing up. Her flexibilty and work ethic led her to more opportunities and more time practicing in front of a camera. Broadcasters Frank Forte and Steve Shapiro helped Jackson make a TV tape, which landed her a sportscaster position in Buffalo, New York.After working in Buffalo for one year an agent helped her find her way to Phoenix.[14]
Since 2000, Jackson’s been working with Fox Sports, becoming one of the most well-respected in the Arizona broadcast community.
Personal Life
Jody Jackson pictured on her Instagram with her family
In an interview with Sports360az, Jackson told about her childhood dreams to become a journalist:
“When I was a kid I used to pretend I was on the news."“Back then there weren’t many women in sports so I didn’t automatically think I would do sports.
It’s funny because I wasn’t very outgoing as a kid.
I was kind of shy.”[14]
Jackson is married to Chad Ackerley.
The couple has two children, Connor and Caitlyn.
Connor takes part in flag football and baseball while Caitlyn enjoys soccer and gymnastics.[4]