Andy McNamara

Available to hire

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Managing Editor, Host, Analyst- Betting Content at Woodbine Entertainment / Railbirds
November 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025
Host for horse race betting video content for the media department of Woodbine Entertainment and its international brand Railbirds; produce/post/manage myrailbirds.com; create graphics and videos for social media; collaborate with social content creators; monitor and analyze content performance to inform strategy; work with marketing to promote content; oversee development of new formats including video, audio, and interactive content.
National Fantasy Sports Analyst, Host, Writer at Sportsnet Canada
December 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022
Cover fantasy sports across radio, online, TV, and digital platforms with NFL specialization; host The Fantasy Show Canada-wide on the Sportsnet Radio Network; write for Sportsnet.ca; host Fantasy Football LIVE and Fantasy Playbook on YouTube/Facebook Live and Twitch; produce daily social media videos and content.
Host - NFL, Fantasy Football, Sports Betting at SICK Media Network
October 1, 2022 - November 22, 2025
Host of The SICK Podcast; provide fantasy football expert analysis, NFL betting news and advice; engage in Browns-centric discussions with team insiders and NFL experts.
Sports Talk Host, TV Play-by-Play, Writer, Sideline Reporter at TSN / TSN 1050
October 1, 2019 - October 1, 2019
CFL Hamilton Tiger-Cats radio play-by-play; host for TSN 4-Downs NFL/Fantasy Football show; contributed to TSN Hockey Analytics, CFL Weekly, Game Day; TV on-camera host for Heroes & Zeroes; fantasy football and betting analyst for TSN.ca; CFL Toronto Argos and NBA Raptors pre/halftime/post shows; emcee/host for TSN live events and remotes; update anchor; audio editing with Burli.
Play-by-Play Broadcaster / Staff Writer at National Lacrosse League
September 5, 2011 - December 30, 2025
Provided national play-by-play commentary for NLL games on major networks; staff writer for NLL.com, producing engaging columns; covered world lacrosse championships.
Head of Football Operations at Ultimate Franchise Fantasy Sports (UFF Sports)
June 1, 2023 - June 1, 2023
Organized, launched and ran American-style fantasy football and eSports leagues; recruited current and retired players for the Digital Athlete NFT platform; prepared press releases; hosted live franchise auctions and draft streams; sourced sponsors and revenue opportunities.
Sports Journalist / Featured Columnist at Draft Kings, TSN.ca, Sportsnet.ca; Freelance for Covers.com, CBC Sports, and more
February 1, 2024 - February 1, 2024
NFL/Fantasy Football/Betting writer; featured FSWA columnist; freelance writer for CBC Sports, Covers.com, and Metroland Media; covered CFL and World Lacrosse Championships; interviewed talent and covered live events.
Play-by-Play Broadcaster / Host / Sports Talk Host at CBC Sports, Rogers TV, Cogeco
May 31, 2013 - May 31, 2013
Pro-Wrestling TV Play-by-Play for Chinlock Wrestling; Intercounty Baseball League play-by-play; OHL play-by-play for Oshawa Generals; NHL Rookie Tournament play-by-play; co-host/producer of the 3rd and Long CFL/NFL podcasts on CBCSports.ca; national collegiate broadcasts; host of CFL Toronto Argos and NBA Raptors pre/halftime/post shows on CBC; Emcee/Host for CBC/Sports features; CBC Sports anchor; edited audio with Burli.
Video Game Football Play-by-Play Commentator: Axis Football 26 at Axis Games
January 5, 2025 - Present
- Play-by-Play voice of the latest edition of the Axis Football franchise, "Axis Football 26". - Recorded over 11,000 scripted and ad-libbed lines (including 530+ player names), covering game intro/extro, in-game play-by-play, etc. - Utilized my 20-years of play-by-play experience in the sports broadcasting industry, and in-depth knowledge of American football to create an energetic variety of commentary for the user. - Available on xBox, Playstation, Nintendo Switch, PC, and mobile.
Host at SICK Media Network
October 1, 2022 - Present
Host of The SICK Podcast and Cleveland Browns-focused discussions; provide NFL betting news and fantasy football analysis; engages audience with expert guests.
Host / Sports Talk Host at TSN 1050
June 1, 2013 - October 1, 2019
Host on TSN 1050 sports radio; hosted NFL/Fantasy Football shows and CFL/NLL segments; provided live event hosting and remote broadcasts; CFL Toronto Argos and NBA Raptors reporting.
Head of Football Operations at Ultimate Franchise Fantasy Sports
April 1, 2021 - June 1, 2023
Organized and launched American-style fantasy football and eSports leagues for UFF Sports; recruited active and retired players; managed press releases and live franchise auctions/drafts; secured sponsorships and revenue opportunities.
Sports Journalist / Featured Columnist at Various outlets (DraftKings, Bleacher Report, Covers.com, CBC Sports, Metro Media)
January 1, 2005 - February 1, 2024
Wrote NFL/Fantasy Football and betting content; freelanced for Covers.com (NFL), CBC Sports, Bleacher Report; covered CFL and World Lacrosse Championships; conducted interviews and opinion pieces.

Education

TV/Radio Broadcasting Certificate at National Institute of Broadcasting
January 4, 2005 - May 27, 2005
Diploma in Business Administration (Accounting Major) at Durham College
September 4, 2001 - December 31, 2004
TV/Radio Broadcasting Certificate at National Institute of Broadcasting
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2005
Business Administration Diploma at Durham College
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2004

Qualifications

FSWA Member
January 11, 2030 - November 22, 2025
Alumnus of Distinction Award (Durham College)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022
Two-time OCAA Outstanding Media Award winner (collegiate sports broadcasting)
January 10, 2005 - November 30, 2007
TV/Radio Broadcasting Certificate
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2005
Business Administration Diploma
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2004
FSWA Membership
January 11, 2030 - November 29, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Telecommunications