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Valkenburg departs ESPN after 11 years

February 8, 2023

Posted by Mariam Ahmed

Kevin Van Valkenburg

Kevin Van Valkenburg, a senior writer at ESPN, tweeted the following:

“So. A bit of personal news. After 11 years, I made the decision to part ways with ESPN when my contract ended this week. It was my decision & I stuck to it even when asked if I might reconsider. I leave with only warm feelings about the place. It changed my life. I’m so grateful.

“Today is my first day as part of @NoLayingUp. I’m going to be the company’s Editorial Director, and lead its expansion of written content. I’m really excited to work with such a smart group of friends.”

Previously, Valkenburg worked at The Baltimore Sun for more than 11 years as a beat reporter, narrative writer, blogger and columnist.

Valkenburg graduated from the University of Montana.

Connect with Valkenburg on Twitter.

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