Back Again in Louisville *

WLKY (Louisville) announced the return of award-winning sports anchor Kent Taylor to its sports team. Taylor, with over 30 years of experience in covering local sports in Greater Louisville and beyond, will rejoin the station in June, marking a significant homecoming for the seasoned journalist.

"We are thrilled to welcome Kent Taylor back to the WLKY family," expressed Andrea Stahlman, WLKY News Director. "With his deep roots in the Louisville sports community and his exceptional skills as a sports journalist, Kent is a tremendous asset to our team and viewers. As we continue to prioritize hyper-local coverage of sports, we know Kent will provide our viewers with the kind of insight, analysis, and storytelling they have come to expect from WLKY."

Kent Taylor's extensive knowledge and expertise will complement the WLKY Sports team, which includes Fred Cowgill, Britt Del Barba, and Dominque Yates. Taylor's return to WLKY is met with enthusiasm as he reunites with a team of talented journalists dedicated to delivering high-quality sports coverage.

"A return to WLKY definitely feels like coming home," expressed Taylor. "I'm grateful for the opportunity to rejoin a team of talented journalists and provide viewers with the kind of coverage they deserve. It's an honor to be part of a station that is committed to covering local sports."

As a Louisville native and a graduate of St. Xavier High School, Taylor's journey in sports journalism began with an internship under WLKY's Fred Cowgill and Rick Van Hoose during the summer of 1992. He joined WLKY as an editor and photographer in 1994, and since then, has established himself as a prominent figure in the industry. Taylor has covered every major sporting event in his hometown, including the Kentucky Derby, Final Four, PGA Championship, Senior PGA Championship, and the Ryder Cup.