Damichael Cole

Damichael Cole is a seasoned sports journalist with extensive experience in covering various facets of athletics. Currently serving as the Grizzlies Beat Writer for The Commercial Appeal since December 2021, Damichael previously held the position of Sports Reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer from November 2019 to December 2021. Earlier career milestones include an internship at Sports Illustrated in 2019 and freelance sports writing roles for Maryville Daily Times and Roane County News, where high school sports were a primary focus. Additional experience includes a role as Sports Reporter at The Daily Beacon, where Damichael created a position to enhance content diversity, and as Assistant Sports Editor for The New Tri-State Defender, highlighting the African American sports community in Memphis. Training also involved a sports internship at WATE 6 On Your Side, honing skills in video editing and on-air reporting. Damichael Cole is an alumnus of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, graduating in 2019.