If there is anyone other than the golfers whom fans wish to see on the course, it is Amanda Balionis. She is the senior reporter at CBS Sports and has interviewed the top golfers and their families. One of her most memorable memories was seeing the two-time major winner, Dustin Johnson, after his first Masters victory in 2020. DJ is known for his stoic demeanor, which, after his victory, was the opposite. Expressing in tears the joy of his win, he said, “It’s just incredible… I’ve never had this much trouble gathering myself,” to which Amanda replied,  “This is the Dustin everyone’s been dying to see.”

Working as a reporter for CBS Sports, Balionis has also found her passion for helping dogs find shelter and a home. Her ‘Puppies and Golf’ initiative, started back in 2020, created a community for helping the voiceless creatures. The initiative in just 4 years has helped the community with $500,000 donations across the country. The emptiness in life made her realize her part in the community, as she shared during an interview with Golf Digest. She shared that after joining CBS and traveling for 40 weeks a year, “I was living my dream, traveling around talking about golf and football, but it started to feel hollow again, like I wasn’t doing what I was meant to be doing.”

Being fueled to help the community and deliver in-depth coverage is what defines Balionis. Well, apart from her community-driven organization, she has been a vital part of the sports community as well. She has been among the top reporters covering all major sports events of golf, college football, and the NFL. For her contribution to the sports, Balionis is estimated to earn $40,000 to $140,000. However, it is also believed that her salary is on the higher end, with her contribution to different sports coverage. Apart from her presence on the course, she also actively covers college football and the NFL for the broadcaster.

Her deal with the alcohol brand Elijah Craig has also added digits to her bank. “As a sports broadcaster I’m lucky to cover golf tournaments all over the country and the world,” said Balionis about her deal. “One of my favorite things about the game is who I get to enjoy it with—including close friends like Max Homa. Our hangouts just got a lot better now that I’m Team Elijah Craig’s newest golf brand ambassador.” Apart from this, the golf reporter has also shared a partnership post with Flexia Smart Pilates and Ka’Chava. However, there isn’t any confirmation of the partnership yet, but being fitness enthusiast, both the brands are aligned with her passion.

With all of it, her net worth is estimated to be $1 million. This isn’t what Balionis has achieved in a short span of time. It took her years of hard work after graduation in 2008. She worked in multiple roles as a professional.

Professional life of Amanda Balionis

After graduating from Hofstra University in 2008, the reporter found her first opportunity at the Verizon Fios Channel 1 and MSG Network. After spending three years as a professional, she then joined the PGA Tour as an in-house reporter. She worked on creating digital content for the organization’s website while also covering major tournaments of the league. With her five-year work tenure with the PGA Tour, she then joined Callaway Golf as a digital reporter.

Balionis’s almost decade-long experience and diverse portfolio helped her join as a full-time member at CBS Sports. For the fact, she has impressed with her professional career with presence and has even expanded to multiple sports. Interestingly, she loves her job, be it at the course or inside the broadcasting box, and she keeps updating her activity with enthusiasm on her social media.

While being involved in covering sports, she still cherishes her off time with puppies through her initiative. Along with that, she is also a fitness freak and travel enthusiast who regularly updates her fans through her social media. Be it her Pilates session or her new travel destination, she keeps her followers updated. Did you know the details about the reporter? What are your thoughts on her journey and exceptional net worth? Share with us in the comments below.