ESPN anchor Randy Scott mourns the death of research manager Zach Jones at 41

ESPN anchor Randy Scott announced the death of research manager Zach Jones, who passed away on December 22 at age 41 after a two-year battle with colorectal cancer. Jones's cancer had spread before his diagnosis. Scott shared memories of Jones during a December 23 broadcast, highlighting his contributions to ESPN's golf and women's college basketball coverage. He noted that Jones was a family man, leaving behind his wife Amber and their son Silas. Colleagues remembered Jones as a joyful and humble person. His wife expressed gratitude for the support from ESPN and shared her love for Zach, stating they prayed for him to find peace.