Linda Cohn to retire from ESPN SportsCenter after 34 years
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 5:06 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Linda Cohn will anchor her final edition of SportsCenter on June 30, wrapping up a distinguished career at ESPN that began in 1992. Cohn has set a record for the most episodes of SportsCenter hosted by any personality. She expressed pride in her career and in inspiring future generations of women in sports media. Leading up to her retirement, she will also host three editions of SportsCenter on June 26. The sports media community is celebrating her impact and legacy.
- •Cohn joined ESPN in July 1992, becoming a mainstay on SportsCenter.
- •She will host her final SportsCenter on June 30 and three editions on June 26.
- •Cohn has the record for most episodes of SportsCenter anchored by any individual.
- •She emphasized the importance of inspiring young women in sports media.
- •The sports media industry is honoring her contributions and legacy.
- 5:06 PMYahoo Sports — ESPN SportsCenter legend announces retirement after 34 years
"She will anchor her final edition of SportsCenter on June 30.
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