Kayla Burton is certainly loving her new job.
Burton, a Massachusetts native and Syracuse University alum, was previously hired at NFL Network and ESPN before making a new career move.
She is going viral this week after she took to her Instagram page and posted a photo of herself rocking two outfits during a new photoshoot.
While prepping for the hoops season in New England, with the Boston Celtics entering as defending NBA champions, Kayla Burton showed off her style in an all-red jumper and blazer dress.
Kayla Burton has a sister, Veronica, who plays for the WNBA’s Connecticut Sun.
In 27 minutes against Minnesota in the second round, she scored five points while grabbing one rebound and dishing out one assist in the 73-70 victory.
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Kayla Burton Joined NBC Sports Boston
From college basketball to covering NFL journalists and the Boston Celtics Media Day, Kayla Burton has had quite a journey that continued over the summer.
Burton headed back home when she joined NBC Sports Boston as a multiplatform host and reporter.
NBC Sports Boston praised Burton’s “infectious energy for storytelling” in a release about the moves.
“We are thrilled to have Kayla join us as a member of the NBC Sports Boston team,” said Kevin Miller, who is the Vice President of Content Creation & Strategy for NBC Sports Boston, in the release. “Kayla’s infectious energy for storytelling and her passion for the area as a Boston native, combined with her multiplatform experiences, will be essential as we continue to evolve our content and connect with our audiences.”
Kayla Burton said she was “truly honored and excited” to join the network.
“I am truly honored and excited to be working with NBC Sports Boston, where I’m back home covering the sports city of champions,” said Burton in the announcement. “Being born and raised in the Boston area, I have a sincere passion for its fan base, community, and sports franchises. As a journalist, I enjoy storytelling with accuracy and authenticity. I love it here and cannot wait to get started.”
Prior to NBC Sports Boston, Burton spent several years as a host and reporter for collegiate and professional sports. She most recently worked at ESPN as a college football sideline reporter.
Before that, Kayla Burton served a multiplatform role across NFL Network, NFL.com, and the NFL app.
