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 3 minutes read Old Dominion University alumna killed in Minneapolis ICE shooting Ian Price January 8, 2026 0 4 minutes read Salem Stampede Championship Rodeo returns this weekend with high-stakes competition Ian Price January 8, 2026 0 3 minutes read Radford University chair warns of ‘dangerous precedent’ as Venezuela transitions to new leadership Ian Price January 8, 2026 0