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I’m William D. Swartz, a versatile on-air professional with more than 45 years in the Seattle radio and TV market. I’ve reported, anchored, hosted, and made personal appearances across major stations, bringing energy, accuracy, and a deep love for sports and community storytelling to every broadcast.
I’ve earned regional Edward R. Murrow Awards for sports reporting and APSE honors for best sports reporter and best sports show in the Western US large radio markets. I’m grateful for the teams I’ve covered and the listeners who’ve supported me through the years.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Sports anchor/public affairs host at KNWN 97.7FM/AM 1000, Seattle
September 1, 2018 - January 1, 2026Led live sports coverage and public affairs programming; anchored daily updates; produced and voiced on-air segments and interviews.
Host at University of Washington radio network
June 1, 2016 - December 1, 2019Hosted the football pre-game show on the UW radio network; coordinated guests, game previews, and analysis.
Co-host, sports anchor at 1090 AM the Fan, Seattle
January 1, 2013 - December 1, 2015Co-hosted sports segments; contributed to game previews and in-game updates for Seattle market.
Sports anchor/reporter at KIRO 97.3FM, AM710ESPN Seattle
September 1, 2003 - December 1, 2013Anchored sports segments and reported on local teams; contributed to ESPN Seattle coverage.
News/sports reporter/anchor at KOMO 1000AM (Seattle)
September 1, 1984 - December 1, 2002Reported and anchored news and sports; long tenure in Seattle broadcasting.
Sideline reporter/play-by-play at University of Washington
September 1, 1989 - December 1, 2002Sideline reporting and play-by-play for UW football, basketball, and rowing events.
Education
BA in Broadcast Journalism at Washington State University, Pullman, WA
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1978Hall of Achievement Inductee at Washington State University Murrow College Hall of Achievement
January 1, 2025 - May 26, 2026Qualifications
Edward R. Murrow Award – Sports Reporting
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012Edward R. Murrow Award – Sports Reporting
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022APSE Best Sports Reporter and Best Sports Show (Western US Large Radio Markets)
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Telecommunications
Experience Level
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