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Jack Dougherty

Sports Editor

About

Writing professionally since 2015, Jack Dougherty spent six years as a sportswriter with publications such as GoPSUSports.com, the Centre Daily Times, and the Associated Press before joining Sports7 in 2020. He covers the NBA, the NFL, and the world of golf extensively and has added expertise on any team located in or around his hometown of Philadelphia. Yes, that includes the Philadelphia Eagles, the Philadelphia 76ers, and Philadelphia Phillies. When Jack isn't writing about sports, he's watching them or playing them as he regularly heads to the gym for some pickup basketball or the golf course to hit the links. He's also an avid participant in the sports betting scene who worked at a casino sportsbook for a year and learned the ins and outs of the industry before bringing his expertise to Sports7 with one excellent gambling recommendation after another.

Articles by Jack Dougherty (2523)

NASCAR Legend Jeff Gordon Once Taught a Critical Reporter a Harsh Lesson Using Fake Tattoos, a Police Chase, and Pepsi

Jeff Gordon once played one of the most hilarious pranks in NASCAR history by making a reporter think he was in a police chase.

Jack Dougherty 24 Jul 2023
Gonzaga Legend Adam Morrison Received the Most Heartwarming Gift From Kobe Bryant During the Lowest Point of His Life

After Adam Morrison's disappointing NBA career came to an end, he received a personalized gift from Kobe Bryant that cheered him up.

Jack Dougherty 24 Jul 2023
The Time the Daytona 500 Turned Into a Wild Wrestling Match Between Cale Yarborough and the Allison Brothers

The 1979 Daytona 500 morphed from a car race to a wild wrestling match between Cale Yarborough and the Allison brothers.

Jack Dougherty 14 Jul 2023
Warriors Head Coach Steve Kerr Once Fined Drake $500 for Making His 2 Star Players Late

Steve Kerr dished out a $500 fine to famous rapper Drake after he made Stephen Curry and Draymond Green late to the team plane.

Jack Dougherty 05 Jul 2023
Tiger Woods Almost Quit Golf in His Prime to Become a Navy SEAL

Tiger Woods is arguably the greatest golfer to ever live, but he almost quit the sport in his prime to become a Navy SEAL.

Jack Dougherty 05 Jul 2023
How Tall Is Victor Wembanyama?

Victor Wembanyama has a unique combination of height and skill.

Jack Dougherty 03 Jul 2023
Tony Hawk Is Worth $140 Million, but He Used to Survive Off a $5-a-Day Taco Bell Allowance

Tony Hawk is one of the most successful athletes and businessmen in the skating world, but he used to live off a $5-a-day allowance.

Jack Dougherty 02 Jul 2023
The Eagles Accidentally Saved Former Pro Bowler Jon Dorenbos' Life By Trading Him to the Saints

When the Philadelphia Eagles traded Jon Dorenbos to the New Orleans Saints in 2017, they had no idea the deal would save his life.

Jack Dougherty 28 Jun 2023
Troy Aikman Still Cringes at the Embarrassing Country Album He Recorded With His Cowboys' Teammates

Troy Aikman has tons of fond memories from his days with the Dallas Cowboys, but he's still embarrassed by a country album he released.

Jack Dougherty 26 Jun 2023
Michael Irvin Laughed in Emmitt Smith’s Face When the Cowboys RB Made His Boldest Prediction

Emmitt Smith knew he would become the NFL's all-time leading rusher as a rookie, but Michael Irvin thought he was going crazy.

Jack Dougherty 21 Jun 2023