Meet Brady
A native of Nuckolls County, Nebraska, Brady grew up on a farm with an influence on sports. He eventually picked up a guitar and wrote songs to combat depression as a youth on the family farm. He also actively read books and wrote.
Upon graduating high school he moved to the city to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. He gained a part-time job on the sports staff of the Lincoln Journal Star to begin his career in journalism.
He currently lives in Nebraska with his dog. He enjoys the outdoors and telling stories of the American West. He is a member of the LGBTQ+ community.
Awards
2021 – General Excellence: Best Small Weekly Newspaper by Wyoming Press Association
2020 – 1st place Nebraska Press Association Feature
1st place Nebraska Press Association Front Page
2019 – Pulitzer Prize – Local Reporting nominated
1st place Wyoming Press Association Sports News
1st place Top of the Rockies Special Section
2nd place Wyoming Press Association Special Section
2018 – 2nd place Wyoming Press Association Sports Feature
6th place Associated Press Sports Editor Investigative
2017 – 1st place Wyoming Press Association Sports News
2nd place Wyoming Press Association Sports Feature
Experience
Managing Editor at Pinedale Roundup Group
(2020 – 2022)
Oversaw the editorial staffs for two weekly newspapers. Covered local events, breaking news and politics for both newspapers.
Managing Editor at Seward County Independent Group
(2020 – 2020)
Oversaw the editorial staffs for five weekly newspapers. Served as lead reporter across all beats for two of those newspapers.
Sports Reporter at Casper Star-Tribune
(2016 – 2020)
Provided comprehensive coverage of all high school sports across Wyoming. Covered non-revenue sports for the University of Wyoming. Provided supplemental University of Wyoming football and men’s basketball coverage.
Sports Desk Clerk at Lincoln Journal-Star
(2011 – 2016)
Served as University of Nebraska women’s soccer beat reporter. Supplemental coverage of state tournaments and University of Nebraska football. Additional game coverage where necessary.
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