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Mike Coppinger (born April 28, 1986) is an American sportswriter and reporter who currently works as ESPN's Boxing Insider. After graduating from George Mason University with a degree in journalism, Coppinger wrote for several publications, including USA TODAY and The Athletic, before he joined ESPN as its lead boxing reporter in July 2021.
Mike Coppinger | |
|---|---|
| Born | April 28, 1986 Brooklyn, New York, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Education | George Mason University (Journalism) |
| Occupation(s) | Sportswriter, Boxing Reporter |
| Years active | 2010–present |
| Known for | Lead Boxing Reporter at ESPN |
| Notable work | ESPN, USA TODAY, The Athletic |
Mike Coppinger
editBorn: April 28, 1986 (Brooklyn, New York)
Occupation: Sportswriter, Boxing Reporter
Known for: Lead Boxing Reporter at ESPN
Education: George Mason University (Journalism)
Early Life and Education
editMike Coppinger was born on April 28, 1986, in Brooklyn, New York. He later moved to Miami Beach, Florida, where he currently resides. Coppinger graduated from George Mason University with a degree in journalism,[1] which helped lay the foundation for his successful career as a sportswriter and reporter.
Career
editCoppinger began his career as a sports journalist, covering a wide range of sports before focusing primarily on boxing. Early in his career, he contributed to several notable publications, including USA TODAY and The Athletic.
During the 2017-2018 and 2018-2019 seasons, Coppinger served as the Anaheim Ducks beat reporter for the L.A. Times,[2] covering the NHL team in great detail. His versatility as a reporter also extended to other major sports. He covered the NFL, NBA, and NHL for USA TODAY, as well as providing coverage for WWE, including two WrestleMania events.[3]
Coppinger was the insider on the "Inside PBC Boxing" show on FOX in 2019,[4] his first extended time on television.
In July 2021, Coppinger joined ESPN as its lead boxing reporter and became known as the network's Boxing Insider. In this role, he has gained widespread recognition for his comprehensive coverage of boxing, from breaking news and exclusive interviews to in-depth analysis of major boxing events. Coppinger's work is regularly cited by media outlets, and he is widely respected within the boxing community. Among the notable subjects he's profiled while at ESPN with in-depth interviews: Canelo Alvarez, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and Tyson Fury. It was announced in October 2023 that Coppinger signed an extension with ESPN.[5]
Notable Work and Contributions
editAs a boxing reporter, Coppinger has provided some of the most insightful and accurate reporting in the sport. He is known for breaking significant stories and offering expert commentary on boxing's biggest events. His reporting spans not only match results but also business and behind-the-scenes developments in the sport, making him a trusted source for boxing fans. He's an elector for the International Boxing Hall of Fame. In 2023, he was denied a press credential[6] for Terence Crawford's TKO win over Errol Spence Jr., in Las Vegas.
Personal Life
editCoppinger resides in Miami Beach, Florida.[7]
References
edit- ^ Nagle, Dave (2021-07-01). "Noted Boxing Reporter Mike Coppinger Joins ESPN". ESPN Press Room U.S. Retrieved 2024-12-03.
- ^ Coppinger, Mike (2017-10-21). "Ducks finally enjoy 'best start' in high-scoring win over Canadiens, but it comes at a cost". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 2024-12-03.
- ^ "How The Rock orchestrated a WrestleMania comeback for the ages". ESPN.com. 2024-06-14. Retrieved 2024-12-03.
- ^ Episode #1.8, Inside PBC Boxing, Kate Abdo, Mike Coppinger, Abner Mares, 2019-03-20, retrieved 2024-12-03
{{citation}}: CS1 maint: others (link) - ^ "mike coppinger re signs espn - Google Search". www.google.com. Retrieved 2024-12-03.
- ^ Glasspiegel, Ryan (2023-07-28). "ESPN's Mike Coppinger blocked from Spence-Crawford credential". Retrieved 2024-12-03.
- ^ "Muck Rack | For journalists and public relations". muckrack.com. 2024-12-03. Retrieved 2024-12-03.