Jones In No Hurry To Leave Kentucky

• Fifteen years in, and he’s just getting warmed up… iHeartMedia announced an exclusive five-year extension with Matt Jones to continue as host of Kentucky Sports Radio, heard on WLAP-AM (NewsRadio 630)/Lexington, WKRD-AM (SportsTalk 790)/Louisville and 51 other affiliates across Kentucky.

“We are incredibly excited to extend our partnership with Matt Jones and Kentucky Sports Radio,” said Kristy Beebe, Area President, iHeartMedia Kentucky/Memphis. “Matt’s unique insights and engaging style have made him a beloved figure in the sports community, and we are proud to continue bringing his show to our dedicated audience. This renewal underscores our commitment to delivering top-notch sports content and maintaining our position as the leading audio company in the region.”

Gus Allen, PD of WLAP-AM and WKRD-AM, noted, “Matt Jones and Kentucky Sports Radio is a daily must-listen for Wildcat sports fans. His passionate commentary and analysis on the Cats, along with his special connection to the listeners and communities around the Commonwealth is unmatched. We’re excited to continue our relationship with Matt for another five years!”

Jones remarked, “I’m thrilled to be hitting the 15-year mark with Kentucky Sports Radio. It’s been an amazing ride, and I couldn’t have done it without our awesome listeners and the fantastic KSR team. I’m excited to keep this journey with iHeart going for another five years and can’t wait to bring you more fun, insights and all things Kentucky sports. Thanks for sticking with us, and here’s to many more great years ahead.”