I joined WNYT-TV NewsChannel 13 in August 1986 as a weekend sports anchor/sports reporter. I am now the Sports Director, anchoring at 6 and 11 p.m. I also hosts Big Board Radio Sports Talk weekdays from 10 a.m. to noon on 104.5 The Team, and is the play by play announcer for UAlbany Football and Basketball. Prior to joining WNYT-TV, I was the Sports Director at WTAJ in Altoona, Pennsylvania, where I anchored sports on weekdays at 6 p.m. and 11 p.m. I am a recipient of the Iris Award, presented for a half-hour special featuring tri-athlete John Gracey.I also am the winner of three New York State Broadcasters Awards for local sports coverage. A native of Altoona, I graduated from Pennsylvania State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism and Broadcasting in 1984. While at PSU, I was a play-by-play announcer at PSU basketball games for WPSX-TV. I reside in Albany County with his wife and kids, and a crazy yellow lab.
Rodger Wyland
Game 1 Between The Penguins And Rangers Was An Instant Thriller
Last night's Game 1 between the Pittsburgh Penguins and the New York Rangers was truly one for the ages. There is nothing quite like playoff hockey in the NHL.
Will Chad Brown Finally Win A Kentucky Derby?
Trainer Chad Brown could not have asked for a better post position for the Kentucky Derby. Zandon will start from gate 10, which is right in the middle.
Can The Yankees Keep Their Impressive Winning Streak Going?
I don’t want to overreact because it’s very early, but the Yankees nine winning streak has been impressive.
Will This Be Daniel Jones’ Last Season With The New York Giants?
I was not surprised at all that the Giants didn’t pick up the 5th year option on quarterback Daniel Jones for next season. I actually like Daniel Jones a lot.
What Will The New York Giants Do In The 2022 NFL Draft?
The pressure is on for new GM Joe Schoen and head coach Brian Daboll to deliver for the Giants faithful in the 2022 NFL Draft.
What Will The New York Jets Do In The 2022 NFL Draft?
The Jets have the 4th and 10th picks in the first round of Thursday’s NFL Draft, so it’s a big opportunity for GM Joe Douglas to improve his team.
Hear What These Beat Writers Had To Say About The 2022 NFL Draft
The Giants have the 5th and 7th picks, the Jets have the 4th and 10th picks, the Patriots have the 21st pick and the Bills have the 25th pick.
Gerrit Cole Finally Had A Good Start For The New York Yankees
The New York Yankees recorded their best win of the season on Sunday. Gerrit Cole finally looked like the Gerrit Cole the Yankees expect to see.
Can The Hawks and Nets Both Win Home Playoff Games This Weekend?
Now we love to go local here on Big Board Sports and the two teams we care about most locally are the Brooklyn Nets and the Atlanta Hawks.
What Is Wrong With NY Yankee Ace Gerrit Cole Right Now?
The Yankees have been down this road before with Gerrit Cole. A few subpar starts, before he starts to perform like one of the best pitchers in baseball.
Can The Albany Empire Repeat As Champions In 2022?
It is finally game week for the Albany Empire. They have their home opener on Saturday at 7 p.m. as they host the Carolina Cobras at the MVP Arena.
Kyrie Irving Made An Interesting Gesture To The Celtic Fans
Kyrie Irving is a great player for the Brooklyn Nets, but why can’t he just play basketball and not flip off the fans in Boston like we saw on Sunday.