Kelsey Nicole Nelson

“I am forever grateful for and to the T. Howard Foundation and to the internship program and alumni program if offers. It was the first program that challenged me to go outside my comfort zone, and encouraged me to explore a different field. It’s a valuable lesson that I carry through today—to make the most of every opportunity offered. Through the T. Howard foundation I also gained a family! My T. Howard class and the professionals that guided us continue to stay locked in.”

Kelsey is a multi-award-winning sports journalist, entrepreneur and business owner. She is also the host/reporter for FOX Sports Radio and is the founder, executive producer and host of the award-winning “Listen in with KNN” podcast where she runs two collegiate internship programs. She also serves as a color commentator for the American University Women’s Basketball team and as a studio host for the Atlantic 10 Conference.

Kelsey is also a lecturer at George Washington University where she launched and teaches “Intro to Sports Writing and Reporting.” She also serves on the GW Athletics and Recreation Senate Committee. Most recently, Kelsey was named to the 2025 class of Maryland’s Top 100 Women by The Daily Record and to The Daily Record’s Leading Women Under 40 class. She was also named Young Entrepreneur of the Year by the DC Chamber of Commerce.

Kelsey is also a two-time recipient of the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award. She has worked on a national level with Bally Sports, NBC/Peacock and the Draft Network. She’s also been featured on top networks in Dubai, London, and Canada to discuss the latest sports topics. Kelsey previously worked as a member of the Washington Commanders broadcast/digital teams.