Jamie Hersch

Jamie Hersch is a prominent figure in American hockey and baseball broadcasting, captivating audiences with her insightful commentary for over a decade. Beginning her career with Fox Sports, Hersch transitioned to become a fixture on both the NHL and MLB Networks since 2015. She hosts “On the Fly” for the NHL Network and contributes regularly to “Quick Pitch” on the MLB Network, cementing her status as a trusted voice in sports media.

Hersch’s journey into sports journalism traces back to her upbringing in Champlin, Minnesota. Inspired by the legendary Michele Tafoya’s work on NBC’s Monday Night Football, Hersch embarked on her path by covering sports events at her high school. While pursuing her studies at the University of Southern California, she distinguished herself as a top sports journalist on campus television. Graduating with the highest honors in 2009, Hersch swiftly entered the television industry, securing her inaugural position at WKOW-TV in Madison, Wisconsin.

In 2013, Hersch’s career ascended when she joined Fox Sports North, covering the Minnesota Wild and the Minnesota Twins, allowing her to return to her roots. The subsequent merger of the NHL and MLB Networks in 2015 provided Hersch with a new platform, where she continues to excel as a host and contributor. Her tenure also included a stint in Chicago with the Big Ten Network, further broadening her sports journalism repertoire.

With a vast social media following exceeding 80,000 across Twitter and Instagram, Hersch remains a beacon in US sports journalism, inspiring aspiring female sports journalists akin to her idol, Michele Tafoya.