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Karl Ravech Biography

Birth Place:
Needham, Massachusetts, United States
Profession
sports broadcaster

Fast Facts

  • Joined ESPN in 1993
  • Played soccer and basketball in high school
  • First SportsCenter co-host was Craig Kilborn
  • Suffered a heart attack at the age of 33 while playing basketball with some ESPN colleagues in 1998
  • He competed in a half-marathon with his wife following his recovery
  • Is an avid golfer

Relationships

  • Max Ravech -- Son
  • Sam Ravech -- Son
  • Diane Ravech -- Wife