STEVE NISSIM
Sports Reporter/Weekend Sports Anchor

The New York City native and Florida State graduate started his career at Channel 3 in April 2000.

From the beginning, Steve always wanted to be a sports reporter in some capacity. "In college I dabbled in radio and print as well, but I enjoyed TV the most. It's the best medium to share my passion about sports."

Steve finds it hard to pin point his favorite part about the job, but really enjoys it all. "Heck, they pay me to talk about sports and I'm going to do that anyway...you can't beat that. If I had to choose one aspect it would be covering games in person. I love being there, soaking up the excitement and intensity."

In the world of sports the Pensacola area has been a place where several athletes have gone on to do great things. "Roy Jones Jr., Emmitt Smith, Derrick Brooks, Don Sutton, Justin Gatlin...just for starters. From pro golfers to NBA players, Northwest Florida is well represented. It's very impressive and a joy to cover."

When Steve is away from the newsroom and not on the job he's out on the basketball or tennis court. Along with astronomy, art history, movies and reading, Steve enjoys spending time with his lovely wife Amanda above all else.

E-mail Steve: snissim@weartv.com