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 U.S. Supreme Court denies Virginia Dems appeal on referendum vote Gene Marrano May 15, 2026 The Roanoke Region Food and Farm Trail officially launches Gene Marrano May 15, 2026 Taubman Museum honors two people with ties to museum Gene Marrano May 14, 2026