Ryan Smith

Ryan Smith is a media and broadcasting professional with extensive experience in hockey communications and relations. Currently serving as the Manager of Media/Community Relations & Broadcasting for the Springfield Thunderbirds since August 2016, Ryan handles play-by-play duties and oversees media relations to enhance the Thunderbirds brand in the Springfield market. Previous positions include Director of Broadcasting/Media Relations for the Madison Capitols Hockey Club, where Ryan broadcasted games and managed media interactions, and roles as a writer and contributor for The Hockey Writers, covering the Minnesota Wild and Philadelphia Flyers. A graduate of Penn State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism, Ryan also held various internships and assistant positions across prominent sports networks, further developing skills in production and broadcasting.