Lauren Gardner, the terrific, popular sideline reporter and studio host with the Avalanche and Altitude TV and radio, will leave the network within the next two weeks.
Gardner will be leaving for a new job at a national network. The official hire has yet to be named by her new employer, so we’ll hold off on naming it here. She announced the departure today on her Twitter feed.
It comes with mixed emotions that I announce I’m leaving the @AltitudeTV family later this month for a wonderful opportunity and the next step in my career. I can’t thank everyone enough for making this experience so special. – Stay tuned #GoAvsGo pic.twitter.com/mhX7njny3C
— Lauren Gardner (@LGRed) March 7, 2019
Gardner, a University of Colorado graduate and former Denver Broncos cheerleader, has had previous national network experience with CBS, Fox Sports and ESPN.
Who will replace Gardner?
“The search is on! It’s wide open,” executive vice president and general manager at Altitude Ken Miller told BSN Denver. “Lauren was so versatile. (She) will be tough to replace. It’s a big loss for us, but we’re really excited for her.”
On a personal note, Lauren is one of the nicest people I’ve ever met in this business. So many people in this business – and I’m No. 1 in this – just kind of hit and run with greetings and salutations. Lauren always seemed to be genuinely interested when she asked “How are you?”
All the best to LGRed.
0 Comments (11 conversations)
George in Limbo
I think I should be her replacement.
tele_mon
I’m devastated! I always thought we were so lucky to have her.
GWood
She is nails every night. Very natural and real. It’s no surprise she is elevating to the next step.
Nels
Ughh, I’m sad now. She was by far the best part of the Altitude broadcast.
gtq
Crap, devastating news. Love her.
Rich
I am honestly not surprised by the news. I just wish nothing but the best for her in her future endeavor…
Bob_W
Altitude broadcasts their in-arena pregame show in the handicapped section where my season ticket is located. They always are very nice and accommodating to me setting up in such a way as to allow me to go to my spot even though they were broadcasting. LG always had a smile and a nice word for me brightening my evening. I wish her well in her future endeavors and will miss her.
Markk
I legit almost cried when I heard the news.
mfisk
Bummer! Right now Lauren is the only thing worthy of tuning in to an Av’s game. Best of luck to her!
mladen
Yeah, she’s great. Why doesn’t someone offer Peter McNabb a job. What an irritant.
faydout
Wonder what Julie Browman’s up to?
(I’ll go ahead and see myself out, my work here is done)