ESPN reporter, Giles County native addresses RV Sports Club Gene Marrano August 19, 2020 1 minute read Giles County native Marty Smith played football for his high school before working his wau up through the broadcasting ranks – he’s now an ESPN college football and basketball reporter. He spoke to the Roanoke Valley Sports Club on Monday night: Share: Post navigation Previous: Roanoke Outside Foundation Announces $100,000 Fundraising CampaignNext: Safety is the mission for Dr. Pepper Park Related Stories Mill Mountain Zoo welcomes pair of Patagonian maras Web Staff June 19, 2026 Dr. Verletta White, Superintendent of Roanoke City Schools, to step down in one more year Gene Marrano June 18, 2026 Fire chief presents plan to replace 75-year-old Roanoke Fire Station No. 2 Ian Price June 18, 2026