Amanda Balionis, notable CBS Sports announcer, faced challenges during a windy ferry ride to Liberty National for the Mizuho Americas Open. After gaining acclaim for her interviews with golfers like Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy, Balionis expressed excitement about the event, sharing a ferry video on Instagram. She also made a charitable contribution by donating clothes to Drive Fore the Future, supporting accessibility in golf for underprivileged youth. Fans praised her unique sportscasting style and her contributions, highlighting her positive impact on the golf community. Balionis continues to engage and inspire her audience through her work.
After receiving significant acclaim for her performances at the Masters, TV personality Amanda Balionis faced a challenge in maintaining her composure during a ferry ride to the Mizuho Americas Open
Amanda Balionis acknowledged her difficulty in handling the strong winds while taking the ferry past the Statue of Liberty en route to Liberty National.
The well-liked CBS Sports reporter was at the New Jersey venue ahead of the Mizuho Americas Open, engaging with junior golfers leading up to the event. The TV personality is preparing for her next on-screen appearance, following her well-received recent performances, including a heartfelt discussion with Scottie Scheffler.
In addition to this moving encounter, Balionis captured viewers’ hearts with her interviewing style during her conversation with Justin Thomas and his wife. Furthermore, her interview with Masters champion Rory McIlroy at Augusta National will be remembered for years as he achieved a career Grand Slam.
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Ahead of the Mizuho Americas Open, she expressed her excitement about the event, scheduled to take place from May 8 onward. On Instagram, she shared a video with the caption: “Join me for a day at the @mizuholpga at @libertynationalgc—what host @michellewiewest has created here is incredibly special.
“I can’t wait to see the stars of the @lpga_tour tee it up this week alongside the future of the game thanks to the top @ajgagolf players being part of the competition.”
In the video, she addressed viewers, stating: “Taking the ferry back after an incredible day at the Mizuho Americas Open—you’ll just have to put up with me battling this wind. The Statue of Liberty is right behind me; this ferry ride back to Liberty National is amazing!”
One fan praised the TV personality’s distinctive approach to sportscasting, saying: “You are such a bright light for golf…more airtime please!!” while another remarked: “Looks like you’re having a great time! Enjoy yourself out there! Beautiful weather too!”
This week, Balionis garnered praise for her generous gesture in donating clothing to the Drive Fore the Future charity, aimed at making golf more accessible for individuals from underprivileged backgrounds.
A post from the organization on X stated: “Amanda has donated a collection of clothes to our @driveftf, which is incredibly helpful.
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“Tonight, I met her for the first time and expressed my gratitude. She has acknowledged me every time she has used my items and has been genuinely supportive of my efforts. The person in the balcony is looking our way.”
A fan commended her contributions, commenting: “You both are a wonderful addition to the golf world. Over the years, each of you has given so much to this sport. Keep up the good work.
Another remarked: “So many fantastic people behind the scenes making kids’ dreams of playing golf a reality. It’s amazing to see, and none of it would be possible without @acaseofthegolf1.”
Additionally, a third commented: “1) Does ‘Amanda’ have a last name, or is it just first names for everyone? 2) Trust us when we say the guy in the balcony is NOT looking at ‘us’; he’s looking at Amanda!”