Lara Pitt | |
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 Pitt in 2013 | |
| Born | Lara Pitt Sydney, New South Wales, Australia |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Alma mater | University of New South Wales University of Technology Sydney |
| Occupation | Sports journalist |
| Years active | 2006−present |
| Known for | Fox Sports Monday Night with Matty Johns |
| Spouse | Anthony Pitt |
Lara Pitt is an Australian television presenter and sports journalist, mainly known for reporting for Fox Sports on their NRL coverage and Monday Night with Matty Johns.
Pitt completed a Bachelor of Commerce Marketing & Tourism Management degree at the University of New South Wales and a Business Diploma in Event Management at University of Technology Sydney. [1]
Pitt began her career at Fox in 2006, and joined Fox Sports News in 2007. [2] Pitt was a regular contributor to Fox Sports A-League coverage in 2010 as a reporter. [1]
During her time on Fox, Pitt worked on NRL Super Saturday, NRL Tonight and Monday Night with Matty Johns. Currently, she is on the weekly League Life panel, is a part of Fox League's weekly podcast, along with Matthew Russell and Warren Smith and relieves on the Sunday Ticket. Lara is also occasionally a sideline reporter during matches. [3] [4]
Lara Pitt is married to Anthony Pitt and they have two sons together named Lachlan and Cooper. [5] Pitt's nephew is Josh Kemeny who plays for the Melbourne Rebels.
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