Testimonials
"I got to know Cory during his time covering Tennessee Athletics for The Daily Beacon. That is the student newspaper at UT, and he was a sports writer and eventually--I believe--sports editor. He impressed me with the professionalism and ambition he displayed. He simply did everything the right way. He was never too proud (or timid) to ask about the proper way to approach something. He was deliberate about wanting to learn and wanting to grow. Around the time of his graduation, a national media outlet that was expanding its campus coverage throughout the country reached out to ask for recommendations for someone to cover Tennessee Athletics. I immediately recommended Cory, and he got the job. He eventually transitioned to TV, and I've kept up with his career from a distance ever since. From what I know about him from his time in Knoxville, I highly recommend that you meet him and give him serious consideration."
- Tom Satkowiak, Assistant Athletics Director for Communications, University of Tennessee
"I have observed Cory's growth as a journalist the past year. He's constantly reaching out to me on ways to improve his work. Asking for ideas on how to make a better story. From NAT sounds to making his story about the people. He has taken my ideas and thoughts and implemented them into his daily work. For that I see he's open for ideas and ways to grow as a journalist."
- Kyle Grainger, Sevier County Bureau Chief, WVLT-TV
"Cory is a knowledgeable and talented sports writer and reporter. He has excellent on-camera sills as well. He was an excellent student and has done well in Hazard. I believe he has the potential to become a very good reporter/anchor in a larger market."
- Dr. Sam Swan, Professor of Broadcast Journalism, University of Tennessee
