Ethan Troll
Goodyear
Summary
I am a sports broadcaster and journalist who has a continued desire to grow in the sports realm. I have a strong passion for sports and want to use my skills to call great games and tell amazing stories. I have developed multiple broadcast, research, and interview skills from my experiences at Arizona State University, the Varsity Sports Show internship, and AZPreps365.
I am currently a public address (PA) announcer for the Goodyear Mavericks, calling games among all of the school's sports.
Born in Las Vegas. Raised in Arizona.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PA Announcer
Goodyear High School
Goodyear
12.2025 - Current
- Pre-game, in-game, and post-game announcements.
- Conduct commentary notes up to game day.
- Deliver calls with exciting energy.
Intern Broadcaster
Varsity Sports Show
Phoenix
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Researches and creates compelling narratives for broadcasts.
- Conducts interviews with coaches and athletes.
- Keeps viewers informed on game progress, while also building excitement with energetic commentary on Youtube and NFHS broadcasts.
- Interacts with high school coaches through call-ins on KDUS AM 1060 radio show.
Digital Reporter
Cronkite News
Phoenix
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Creates and publishes online sports articles for Cronkite News.
- Conducts interviews with athletes while building connections in the process.
- Photographing for story thumbnails.
Digital Reporter
AZPreps365.com
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Report on high school sports across Arizona through games, practices and events.
- Writing articles conducting interviews with high school coaches and athletes.
Education
Bachelors - Sports Journalism
Arizona State University
Phoenix, AZ12.2025
AA - Journalism And New Media Studies
Estrella Mountain Community College
Avondale, AZ05.2023
Skills
- Sports broadcasting
- Live broadcasting experience
- Play-by-play and color commentary
- On-air presentation
- Interviewing
- Storytelling
- Research skills
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
Websites
Hobbies and Interests
- Working out
- Watching sporting events
- Spending time with family
- Cooking
Certification
AIA Credentials (Exp. July 2026)
Accomplishments
Varsity Sports Show Fall 2025 Best Color Commentator - Recognized for sharp insight, electric energy, and ability to bring every play to life with unmatched personality.
Timeline
PA Announcer
Goodyear High School
12.2025 - Current
Intern Broadcaster
Varsity Sports Show
08.2025 - 12.2025
Digital Reporter
Cronkite News
05.2025 - 07.2025
Digital Reporter
AZPreps365.com
01.2024 - 05.2024
Bachelors - Sports Journalism
Arizona State University
AA - Journalism And New Media Studies
Estrella Mountain Community College