Louise Sutton Named New Editor Of 5 Live Sport
BBC Radio 5 Live has unveiled Louise Sutton (pictured below alongside John McEnroe) as the new Editor of 5 Live Sport.
Sutton joins from her role as Series Editor of Football Focus and will join 5 Live Sport on 1st September after the extended Premier League season finishes.
She previously worked for 5 Live Sport during the London 2012 Olympics, before taking over as Executive Producer of the Women’s Football Show.
“I’m delighted to be taking over the editorship of 5 Live Sport, working with an unrivalled team of broadcasters and producers ahead of what is a huge 12 months for the department,” said Sutton.
“Our audiences expect the best live sport coverage and journalism, because that’s what we’ve always delivered, and I’m determined to continue that tradition in my new role.”
Ben Gallop, Head of Radio Sport at BBC, added: “Louise is a creative leader with the experience and insight into what really matters for listeners that make her a great fit for such a key role. She knows how to bring sport to life on the radio and I’m excited for the next chapter of 5 Live Sport under her leadership.”
