Naoko Funayama Bio | Wiki
Naoko Funayama is a Japanese-American sportscaster. She currently works for the New England Revolution. Previously, Naoko worked as a rinkside reporter for Boston Bruins games on New England Sports Network. The Williams College and the Boston University College of Communication graduate launched her journalism career at Adelphia Cable 10 based in Frederick, Maryland.
She became part of WMUR-TV in August 2004 where she assumed the role of a sports reporter, producer, and anchor. In April 2007, Naoko joined NESN where she served as a freelance Boston Red Sox reporter. She covered Red Sox pitchers Daisuke Matsuzaka and Hideki Okajima during her first year with the network.
Naoko Funayama Age
She was born in the United States of America but has not shared her place and the exact date of birth. Looking at her appearance, Naoko may be around 33 years old.
Naoko Funayama Height
She is a woman of average stature. Naoko stands at a height of 5 ft 5 in (Approx 1.65m).
Naoko Funayama Family
She was born to her father and mother in the United States of America. Naoko holds American nationality by birth but belongs to Japanese ancestry. However, she has not shared any information concerning her parents and siblings.
Naoko Funayama Husband
She presented the Hockey Legacy Award in September 2013 to former Boston Bruin Derek Sanderson. As per her marital status, Naoko has managed to keep off the public from her personal life.
Naoko Funayama Education
She graduated from Williams College and later joined Boston University College of Communication for further studies.
Naoko Funayama Olympics | NESN
She became part of NESN in April 2007 serving as a freelance Boston Red Sox reporter. Naoko covered Red Sox pitchers Daisuke Matsuzaka and Hideki Okajima in her first year with NESN. Naoko attracted the attention of NESN after she helped Matsuzaka while struggling with translation during Matsuzaka’s introductory press conference.
In September 2008, Naoko became a full-time employee at NESN serving as the Bruin’s in-game reporter as well as the host of The Buzz. The Buzz is a Bruins countdown show previously hosted by Hazel Mae. NESN announced in June 2013, that they would not renew Naoko’s contract. Her position was taken over by Jamie Erdahl. From there, Naoko worked as a reporter for NBC Sports at the 2020 Summer Olympics. Currently, she is seen on NBC Sports Boston (previously known as Comcast Sportsnet New England). She also serves as a freelancer at WMUR-TV.
Naoko’s other colleagues at NBC include
Bonnie Schneider – weather anchor
Joe Micheletti – reporter
Bob Papa – announcer
Eddie Olczyk – comentator
Gary Koch – sportscaster
Cara Banks – studio host
Kelli Stavast – reporter
Brendan Burke – sportscaster
Todd Harris – sports announcer
Marisa Pilla – host
Naoko Funayama WMUR | Boston
Naoko presented the Hockey Legacy Award to former Boston Bruin Derek Sanderson in September 2013. She worked as a reporter for NBC Sports at the 2020 Summer Olympics. Currently, she appears on NBC Sports Boston (initially known as Comcast Sportsnet New England). Also, she freelances at WMUR-TV. In May 2022, Naoko joined Bob Halloran, Duke Castiglione, and Josh Brogadir as a reporter on WCVB’s SportsCenter 5 team.
Naoko Funayama Salary
She earns her monthly income from her current role at NBC Sports Boston (initially known as Comcast Sportsnet New England) and WMUR-TV. Naoko has an average salary of $76,996 per year.
Naoko Funayama Net Worth
She has accumulated good wealth as an American journalist. Naoko has an estimated net worth of $1,676,564.
Who Is Naoko Funayama
Naoko is a Japanese-American sportscaster. She currently works for the New England Revolution. Previously, Naoko worked as a rinkside reporter for Boston Bruins games on New England Sports Network.
How Tall Is Naoko Funayama
Naoko is a woman of average stature who stands at a height of 5 ft 5 in ( Approx 1.65m).
Is Naoko Funayama Married
Naoko presented the Hockey Legacy Award in September 2013 to former Boston Bruin Derek Sanderson. As per her marital status, the journalist has managed to keep off the public from her personal life.