Sports Emmy Awards 2025: Who Will Win Best Studio Host?
Sports Emmy Awards 2025: Who Will Win Best Studio Host?
The Sports Emmy Awards take place annually to celebrate excellence in American sports TV programming.
The iconic ceremony, which has been hosted since 1979, celebrates the best live sports coverage, sports-related TV series, and sports announcers over the past twelve months.
One of the biggest awards of the night is Best Studio Host, and five nominees will be hoping to take home the accolade this year.
Keep reading to learn who is most likely to win Best Studio Host at the Sports Emmy Awards 2025.
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Sports Emmy Awards 2025: Best Studio Host - Betting Odds & Predictions
| # | Bet Options | Chance to Win | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Implied Projected Winner Scott Van Pelt - Yes | 66.67% | ||
| Implied Projected Winner Ernie Johnson - Yes | 18.18% | ||
| Implied Projected Winner Scott Hanson - Yes | 16.67% |
BEO Betting Odds are predicting a trend towards Scott Van Pelt winning Best Studio Host at the Sports Emmy Awards 2025 ::: Discover the latest Bet Entertainment Odds predictions for this market.
Who Are the Nominees for Best Studio Host?
The following five people have earned a nomination for Best Studio Host at this year’s Sports Emmy Awards:
- Kate Scott
- Ernie Johnson
- Scott Van Pelt
- Scott Hanson
- Mike Tirico
The winner of Best Studio Host will be announced during the ceremony on May 20, 2025.
Scott Van Pelt is the Favorite to Win
An analysis of BEO betting odds points to Scott Van Pelt winning Best Studio Host at the 46th Annual Sports Emmy Awards.
It is the 58-year-old American sports commentator’s third nomination in the category, as he earned nods in 2022 and 2023. It proves he is highly respected by the peer judging panel, placing him in a strong position to win the award.
As many have praised his TGL golf league broadcasts from the SportsCenter Studio this year, he stands a great chance at picking up the award, especially as he has been widely praised for his sense of humor and intelligent analysis of the sport.
Ernie Johnson is a Strong Nominee
Ernie Johnson is arguably Van Pelt’s toughest competition in the category, as the veteran TNT sportscaster is well-loved for his role as the MLB on TBS’s studio host.
What’s more, he currently hosts Inside the NBA and provides joint coverage for the NCAA Division I.
As a result, he has won Best Studio Host at the Sports Emmy Awards six times, proving he’s a popular choice with the peer judging panel.
As he’s adored nationwide and has a strong track record at the ceremony, he is tough competition for many nominees in the category.
Scott Hanson is a Dark Horse
Scott Hanson has been a TV staple for many decades, serving as an anchor and reporter on various networks throughout his career.
However, he became the host and National Correspondent for NFL RedZone in October 2024, providing seven hours of live NFL coverage every Sunday with no commercial breaks.
During the show, he has the tall order of narrating the game, engaging viewers, and switching between matchups, handling the pressure like a pro.
As a result, NFL RedZone has become the most-watched sports show on cable each Sunday, with many football fans using his famous “Touchdown” call during a game.
Plus, he hosts Up to the Minute every Monday, co-anchors NFL Total Access each week, and has served as the in-stadium host of the Super Bowl for 14 consecutive seasons.
Therefore, his professionalism, insight, and dedication to the sport make him a fantastic choice for the award at the upcoming ceremony.
Of course, any of the nominees could win the award, as newcomer Kate Scott has earned praise for her Champions League coverage, and Mike Tirico often covers the world’s biggest sporting events, such as the Olympics.
