In this episode of "Connecting KC," host Rachel Kilmer sits down with the talented Hayley Lewis, who has quickly risen from Kansas City sports anchor to a national TV presence. Hayley shares her inspiring journey of returning to her hometown in 2019 as the weekend sports anchor for KSHB 41 and, in the summer of 2023, making her dream come true by transitioning to freelancing for major networks like ESPN and Bleacher Report. Born and raised in Missouri, Hayley grew up immersed in the world of football, thanks to her father, a head coach, and her brother, a D-1 athlete. With a deep love for sports, she moved from local news in Eugene, Oregon, and Nashville, Tennessee, to covering the Kansas City Chiefs for the Kansas City Sports Network with her podcast, "Chiefs News Daily." Join us as Hayley discusses the challenges and triumphs of freelancing in sports media, her experiences reporting on the Chiefs’ Super Bowl journey, and how her upbringing shaped her unique perspective on sports journalism. Whether you’re interested in Kansas City’s vibrant sports scene or looking for insights into breaking into national sports media, this episode is packed with value. Rachel Kilmer is a Realtor leading the Rach the Realtor Group at ReeceNichols Lee's Summit. Licensed in both Kansas and Missouri, Rachel is passionate about exploring Kansas City with her clients until they find the right corner of the Metro to call home Rachel Kilmer (816) 673-9723 [email protected] ReeceNichols Lee's Summit 222 SW Main St LSMO 64063 816-524-7272