ESPN Researcher Zach Jones Dies at 41 After Cancer Battle

Colleagues remember Jones as a devoted father, husband, and key contributor to ESPN's programming during his 15-year tenure.

Zach Jones, a research manager at ESPN, passed away on December 22 at the age of 41 after a two-year fight with stage 4 colorectal cancer.
Jones joined ESPN in 2010 as a researcher and became part of the Stats and Information management team in 2018, contributing to golf, women's basketball, and SportsCenter coverage.
He is survived by his wife, Amber, and their 10-year-old son, Silas, who recently moved with him to Texas before his passing.
Colleagues, including anchor Randy Scott, paid emotional tributes, highlighting Jones' dedication to his work, love for his family, and passion for golf and Stanford athletics.
A donation page has been set up to support Jones' family, with tributes emphasizing his kindness, professionalism, and courage during his cancer battle.