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Jena Janovy

@jenaj.bsky.social

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Journalist. Sr. Deputy Editor in ESPN’s investigative & enterprise unit. I also teach, write poems, love theater, visit art galleries and museums and play a lot of fetch with my dog. Nebraskan in Connecticut. New BHAFC follower.

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Jena Janovy @jenaj.bsky.social · Nov 17

Blue sky on the beach in Brighton, UK. October 2024. #BHAFC

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Jena Janovy @jenaj.bsky.social · 20d

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Earth, Wind & Fire - September (Official HD Video)

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Jena Janovy @jenaj.bsky.social · Aug 3

So much new reporting detail in this story from @anthonyolivieri.bsky.social & @mikerothstein.bsky.social : www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

NYC gunman sought medical help before shooting

What we know about Shane Tamura, a Las Vegas casino worker who targeted NFL headquarters.

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Jena Janovy @jenaj.bsky.social · Jul 25

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Sources: Around 100 NFLers face SB-tix penalty

At least 100 players face fines and possible suspension for allegedly selling their allotted tickets to this year's Super Bowl LIX above face value, sources told ESPN.

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Jena Janovy @jenaj.bsky.social · Jul 25

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NFLPA doc: Financial actions 'may be criminal'

A criminal investigation into finances of the NFL Players Association includes potential misuse of funds and self-enrichment by union officials, according to a confidential document obtained by ESPN.

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Jena Janovy @jenaj.bsky.social · Jul 17

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WNBA refs criticized for inconsistency in how games are called

Players, coaches and fans say they want greater consistency in how games are called.

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Jena Janovy @jenaj.bsky.social · Jul 6

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Remembering Ruffian 50 years after her breakdown at Belmont

The filly shattered her right front ankle in a match race against Kentucky Derby winner Foolish Pleasure.

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Jena Janovy @jenaj.bsky.social · Jun 24

Linen is not cooling. There, I said it.

Jena Janovy @jenaj.bsky.social · Jun 17

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No hits, 119 pitches and one historic performance: Inside Gage Wood's MCWS masterpiece

Arkansas' Gage Wood was electric as he pitched the third no-hitter in Men's College World Series history.

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Jena Janovy @jenaj.bsky.social · Jun 14

Today’s 💪🏼 235 lbs x 2 sumo deadlift. 💪🏼

Jena Janovy @jenaj.bsky.social · Jun 12

Amtrak, a year out from the men’s 2026 FIFA World Cup, faces a sizable challenge in the Northeast Corridor - reporting by @tjquinn.bsky.social @anthonyolivieri.bsky.social & @marialawsonn.bsky.social www.espn.com/soccer/story...

Can Amtrak's busy Northeast Corridor handle 2026 World Cup?

The congested stretch from Boston to Washington, D.C., already is beleaguered by breakdowns and spotty service.

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Jena Janovy @jenaj.bsky.social · Jun 7

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Judge grants final approval to House settlement

Schools are now free to begin paying their athletes directly, marking the dawn of a new era in college sports brought about by a multibillion-dollar legal settlement that was formally approved Friday.

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Jena Janovy @jenaj.bsky.social · Jun 1

A Sunny Marie Sunday.

Jena Janovy @jenaj.bsky.social · May 15

My dog caught a chipmunk this morning. It wasn’t pretty. Sorry, Chip.

Jena Janovy @jenaj.bsky.social · May 4

Truly loving and kind of you to spend time with your friend.

Jena Janovy @jenaj.bsky.social · May 3

My pal @bkelly-writes.bsky.social has this really cool new pod, “Once Again,” which dives deep into Nebraska history with a contemporary connection. Shared my memories covering Omaha’s Ak-Sar-Ben thoroughbred race track for this episode. Here it is, on Derby day: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/o...

The Rise and Fall of the Ak-Sar-Ben

Podcast Episode · Once Again · 05/01/2025 · 38m

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Jena Janovy @jenaj.bsky.social · May 1

Not sharing a photo cuz it looks awful but I’m tellin’ ya a dollop of cottage cheese on steamed sweet potatoes is off-the-charts delicious.

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Jena Janovy @jenaj.bsky.social · Apr 30

Could she get any more adorable?

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Seth Wickersham @sethwickersham.bsky.social · Apr 26

Not a Day 3 Big Board ranking you see every year:

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Jena Janovy @jenaj.bsky.social · Apr 18

From @sethwickersham.bsky.social today:

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Bill Belichick's new book underscores the importance of personal connections

Bill Belichick's new book, "The Art of Winning: Lessons from My Life in Football," highlights the role relationships play in the sport.

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Jena Janovy @jenaj.bsky.social · Apr 12

Enjoy that. Meanwhile in Connecticut…

Jena Janovy @jenaj.bsky.social · Apr 6

If you’re not watching UConn vs. South Carolina I don’t even know you.

Jena Janovy @jenaj.bsky.social · Apr 5

We shall see about this…

Jena Janovy @jenaj.bsky.social · Apr 4

Instagram “manage ads choice” stuck in a permissions loop this Friday afternoon and not letting me into my stuff so buhbye.

Jena Janovy @jenaj.bsky.social · Mar 26

This is great by @alexaphilippou.bsky.social 👍🏼

Alexa Philippou @alexaphilippou.bsky.social · Mar 26

Wrote about Paige Bueckers, her elusive national championship, and how learning to navigate the pressure — and be comfortable in her own skin — might be the key to her winning it all

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Paige Bueckers' pursuit: The national championship that keeps getting away

Will Paige Bueckers win an elusive NCAA title or become the greatest UConn player to graduate without one?

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Jena Janovy @jenaj.bsky.social · Mar 26

This… 💕