Yianni Kourakis
About Yianni Kourakis
Yianni Kourakis is a sports anchor and reporter currently working at WPBF-TV in West Palm Beach, Florida, where he has been since 2021. He has extensive experience in sports journalism, having previously worked at several television stations and served as an adjunct professor.
Work at Hearst
Yianni Kourakis has been serving as a Sports Anchor and Reporter at WPBF-TV, a Hearst-owned ABC affiliate station, since 2021. In this role, he focuses on delivering sports coverage and storytelling for viewers in South Florida. His position at WPBF-TV has allowed him to engage with the local sports community and provide in-depth reporting on various sporting events.
Education and Expertise
Yianni Kourakis earned a Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Maryland, where he studied from 2003 to 2007. His educational background has equipped him with the skills necessary for a successful career in sports journalism. His expertise includes anchoring, reporting, and producing sports content across various media platforms.
Background
Before joining WPBF-TV, Yianni Kourakis held several positions in the sports broadcasting field. He worked as a Sports Director at WPRI-TV in Providence, Rhode Island, from 2013 to 2021. He also served as a Sports Anchor and Reporter at WBOC-TV in Salisbury, Maryland, from 2007 to 2009, and at ABC 8NEWS WRIC in Richmond, Virginia, from 2010 to 2013. His career began with a brief stint as a Producer at MASN in 2007.
Teaching Experience
Yianni Kourakis has experience in academia, having worked as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Rhode Island from 2018 to 2021. In this role, he contributed to the education of students in the field of journalism, sharing his practical knowledge and insights gained from his extensive career in sports media.