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Dana O’Neil rejoins journalism after time at Villanova

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 2:30 PM

Last updated Jun 5, 2026

Dana O’Neil rejoins journalism after time at Villanova

Summary

Dana O’Neil has returned to sports writing after a year away, now contributing to CNN Sports. Previously, she spent time as Senior Associate Athletics Director for Strategic Communication at Villanova, which did not meet her expectations. O’Neil's extensive background includes stints at the Philadelphia Daily News, ESPN.com, and The Athletic. She expresses excitement about having the freedom to cover various sports and events, including the Olympics and the College Football Playoff.

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Status Watch

•O’Neil covers a range of sports for CNN Sports.
•She left Villanova after struggling with her role.
•O’Neil has previously written for major outlets like ESPN and The Athletic.
•She aims to cover significant sports events and tell engaging stories.

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2:30 PMYahoo Sports — CNN Sports’ Dana O’Neil on why she left and later returned to sports writing

What they're saying

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After a year-long break from journalism, Dana O’Neil is back doing what she loves. O’Neil, best known for her expertise in college basketball, now covers a range of sports. She writes for CNN Sports, continuing a long and prestigious career that has included stops at the Philadelphia Daily News, ESPN.com, and The Athletic. She also…
— Yahoo Sports

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