Paul Boardman

Paul Stanley Boardman (born 6 November 1967 in Enfield, Middlesex[1]) is an English sports broadcaster who worked for Sky Sports News. He is the son of comedian Stan Boardman and twin brother of television presenter Andrea Boardman.

Football career

After graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Maryland, Boardman signed a professional contract with Plymouth Argyle and made an immediate impact, scoring on his league debut against Bournemouth. Injury brought a premature end to Boardman's career at Home Park after just two and a half years, having only made three league appearances.[2]

Comedy

Paul followed in his father's footsteps, turning his attention to the comedy circuit and spent eight years doing stand-up.

TV career

Before Boardman joined Sky, he presented a programme on satellite TV channel Men and Motors called Boobs.

Boardman joined the Sky Sports News team as a presenter in June 2001 and also hosted the football phone-in show You're on Sky Sports. Then he hosted Sky Sports' football-highlight show Football First.

Personal life

Boardman supports Liverpool.

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