THOMAS HEANEY III
Danville,US
Summary
I’m a sports broadcaster and media professional with extensive live-event experience across collegiate athletics. I’ve called over 200 live games across seven sports as a lead play-by-play and color commentator for Averett University’s Sports Network, while also contributing in production roles such as camera operation, graphics, and game-day support. In addition to broadcasting, I have experience in sports writing, podcasting, and digital content creation, allowing me to tell stories across multiple platforms.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
STAFF WRITER
The Chanticleer (Averett University Student News)
09.2023 - 12.2025
- Published 10+ stories covering university news, athletics, and local community features.
- Developed skills in interviewing, AP style writing, and digital publishing.
- Portfolio: https://averettstudentnews.org/staff_name/thomas-heaney/
SPORTS BROADCASTER & ANALYST
Averett Sports Network
08.2021 - 12.2025
- Completed 200+ live broadcasts across football, basketball, baseball, softball, lacrosse, soccer, and volleyball.
- Served as lead play-by-play or color commentator for over 80 events on both TV and radio formats.
- Partnered with Chuck Vipperman, 40-year mass media veteran, for all 2025 Averett home football games.
- Called major sports moments, including: Elizabeth Peasley’s D3 record-breaking lacrosse goal (4/12/23), Averett Men’s Volleyball’s first-ever win (1/24/25), Averett Men’s Basketball Upset win over #10 Christopher Newport (10/25/24).
- 2x Outstanding Service & Contributions to Athletics Communications winner at Averett’s Night of Championships (4/24/24) & (4/28/25).
CAMERA OPERATOR & PRODUCTION CREW
Averett University Athletics
08.2021 - 12.2025
- Operated main camera for 30+ basketball, volleyball, and soccer games.
- Ran sideline camera for 10+ games in basketball and volleyball.
- Managed scoreboard for 15+ football games.
- Worked production truck for 5 baseball games while also solo broadcasting.
FOUNDER & HOST
Everything.Packers (Instagram)
07.2014 - Current
- Built a Green Bay Packers fan page to over 23,000 followers.
- Host weekly live streams averaging 100+ viewers during the NFL season.
- Design and post original game day graphics, analysis, and commentary.
- Experienced in audience growth, content planning, and fan engagement.
STUDENT-ATHLETE - BASEBALL
Averett University
08.2021 - 01.2024
- Played two seasons of collegiate baseball.
- Brings firsthand knowledge of the game’s pace, strategy, and dynamics into baseball broadcasting.
- Balanced academic workload with demanding athletic training schedules.
PODCAST HOST & INTERVIEWER
The Cougar Sports Podcast
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Hosted Episodes 4 & 6 discussing game previews, athlete stories, and campus sports culture.
- Episode 4: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7x2v2lc3Qqai3W6SEcCpaV
- Episode 6: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4efAvmM3NfI4koKzJNtQVJ
- Interviewed Tyler Duffy (Men’s Lacrosse, Ep. 3): https://open.spotify.com/episode/5VcPsp14RWtYc9p6pgBEDn
- Interviewed Bill Sgrinia, Director of Parks & Recreation on the city’s Riverfront Park project.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communication
Averett University
Danville, VA, US12.2025
Skills
- On-air presence
- Play-by-play commentary
- In-depth game analysis
- Color commentary skills
- Live broadcasting experience
- Strong communication skills
- Interviewing techniques
- Social media proficiency
AWARDS
2024 Outstanding Service & Contributions to Athletics Communications Recipient, 2025 Outstanding Service & Contributions to Athletics Communications Recipient
Timeline
STAFF WRITER
The Chanticleer (Averett University Student News)
09.2023 - 12.2025
PODCAST HOST & INTERVIEWER
The Cougar Sports Podcast
01.2023 - 05.2023
SPORTS BROADCASTER & ANALYST
Averett Sports Network
08.2021 - 12.2025
CAMERA OPERATOR & PRODUCTION CREW
Averett University Athletics
08.2021 - 12.2025
STUDENT-ATHLETE - BASEBALL
Averett University
08.2021 - 01.2024
FOUNDER & HOST
Everything.Packers (Instagram)
07.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Communication
Averett University