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Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
6 John Brenkus 'Sport Science' videos proving he's an ESPN legend
The world is mourning the loss of John Brenkus, who entertained us and informed us all over the years with Sport Science, the segments on ESPN and Fox Sports Net. The concept was simple, but the execution was incredible: like Mr. Wizard, but sports. It would start with a focus on a player or a question, and then it would dive DEEP with stats galore -- say, the speed of a player or how much a hit from a linebacker is, measured in the Sport Science lab. Every angle was covered. Advertisement And at the center of it all was Brenkus, the host and mastermind who would break it all down with excitement, a warm, inviting approach and a voice made for broadcasting. It's no wonder that he won six Emmys and the world is heartbroken after his family revealed he lost a battle with depression May 31, 2025. With all of that in mind, here's a look back at some amazing Sport Science segments over the years as we pay tribute to the great John Brenkus: The LeBron James chase down block This should tell you just how incredible James' athleticism is. Luke Kuechly was amazing Want to know how tough it is to get hit by a linebacker? Here you go. Jayson Tatum dunks in a suit of armor Seriously. Just watch. Ray Lewis, tackle machine Ow. How weather affects running backs You'll learn so much. Advertisement Lonzo Ball's shot, explained Remember when we all talked about Zo's weird-looking shot? This article originally appeared on For The Win: John Brenkus Sport Science videos to watch from ESPN after he died
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
6 John Brenkus 'Sport Science' videos proving he's an ESPN legend
The world is mourning the loss of John Brenkus, who entertained us and informed us all over the years with Sport Science, the segments on ESPN and Fox Sports Net. The concept was simple, but the execution was incredible: like Mr. Wizard, but sports. It would start with a focus on a player or a question, and then it would dive DEEP with stats galore -- say, the speed of a player or how much a hit from a linebacker is, measured in the Sport Science lab. Every angle was covered. Advertisement And at the center of it all was Brenkus, the host and mastermind who would break it all down with excitement, a warm, inviting approach and a voice made for broadcasting. It's no wonder that he won six Emmys and the world is heartbroken after his family revealed he lost a battle with depression May 31, 2025. With all of that in mind, here's a look back at some amazing Sport Science segments over the years as we pay tribute to the great John Brenkus: The LeBron James chase down block This should tell you just how incredible James' athleticism is. Luke Kuechly was amazing Want to know how tough it is to get hit by a linebacker? Here you go. Jayson Tatum dunks in a suit of armor Seriously. Just watch. Ray Lewis, tackle machine Ow. How weather affects running backs You'll learn so much. Advertisement Lonzo Ball's shot, explained Remember when we all talked about Zo's weird-looking shot? This article originally appeared on For The Win: John Brenkus Sport Science videos to watch from ESPN after he died
USA Today
02-06-2025
- Science
- USA Today
6 John Brenkus 'Sport Science' videos proving he's an ESPN legend
6 John Brenkus 'Sport Science' videos proving he's an ESPN legend The world is mourning the loss of John Brenkus, who entertained us and informed us all over the years with Sport Science, the segments on ESPN and Fox Sports Net. The concept was simple, but the execution was incredible: like Mr. Wizard, but sports. It would start with a focus on a player or a question, and then it would dive DEEP with stats galore -- say, the speed of a player or how much a hit from a linebacker is, measured in the Sport Science lab. Every angle was covered. And at the center of it all was Brenkus, the host and mastermind who would break it all down with excitement, a warm, inviting approach and a voice made for broadcasting. It's no wonder that he won six Emmys and the world is heartbroken after his family revealed he lost a battle with depression May 31, 2025. With all of that in mind, here's a look back at some amazing Sport Science segments over the years as we pay tribute to the great John Brenkus: The LeBron James chase down block This should tell you just how incredible James' athleticism is. Luke Kuechly was amazing Want to know how tough it is to get hit by a linebacker? Here you go. Jayson Tatum dunks in a suit of armor Seriously. Just watch. Ray Lewis, tackle machine Ow. How weather affects running backs You'll learn so much. Lonzo Ball's shot, explained Remember when we all talked about Zo's weird-looking shot?
