Hanna Williford maintains a consistent presence across the Columbus sports scene
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 3, 2026, 10:05 AM
Last updated Sep 3, 2026

Hanna Williford, a 29-year-old Ohio State graduate, maintains a heavy schedule as an in-park emcee and content producer for various teams in Columbus. Her recent workload included hosting duties for the Columbus Clippers at Huntington Park followed by multiple Ohio State soccer events at Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium on the same day. Williford began her career with an internship for the Columbus Crew, which led to subsequent roles with the Big Ten Network and Ohio State men’s basketball. A viral 2018 moment involving a half-court shot at the Schottenstein Center brought her early national attention. She continues to support professional and collegiate events through her work in communications and in-arena hosting. Williford follows a strategy of accepting numerous opportunities across multiple sports to build her career in the region.
- •Hanna Williford manages an active schedule as a host and content producer for Columbus-area teams.
- •She gained early career experience as an intern with the Columbus Crew and the Big Ten Network.
- •A 2018 viral video from an Ohio State basketball game brought her national recognition.
- •Her recent work includes emcee duties for the Columbus Clippers and Ohio State athletic events.
- 10:05 AMYahoo Sports — Hanna Williford is everywhere in Columbus sports, but how did it happen?
"You've seen Hanna Williford at just about every possible sporting event in Columbus. Here's how she got here.
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