Suzyn Waldman, the Yankees' first and only full-time female announcer since 1987, shares her journey in sports broadcasting, detailing pivotal moments like Derek Jeter's 3,000th hit and the 1989 earthquake during a game. Despite facing challenges in a male-dominated industry, including feeling isolated and underappreciated initially, Waldman made significant contributions to baseball, such as reuniting former rivals Yogi Berra and George Steinbrenner. Her experiences reflect resilience and an enduring passion for the game, underscoring the evolving landscape for women in sports media.
I'm the Yankees only longtime full-time daily female announcer. I started in '87. I know everything about sports. Had my own season ticket when I was 3.
For me, problems were taking a job from a male reporter. Not everyone treated me well. I sat in the press box one solid year and nobody talked to me.
Later on I brought Yogi Berra and Steinbrenner - estranged 14 years - together again. I knew George wanted to. Taking a slice of humble pie, he hopped an airplane midwinter.
My famous call? Derek Jeter's 3,000th hit. Home run. As he ran around the bases everyone was crying.
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