Jay Puskar Biography
Jay Puskar is an American journalist working as a BCIT Instructor and Marketing Support for Cathedral Preparatory School since July 2023. Previously, he worked as an adjunct professor at Mercyhurst College for over 5 years(January 2018 to May 2023) and as a sports director and anchor for WJET/WFXP for 4 years(February 2019 to April 2023)
Jay Puskar Education
Puskar joined Mercyhurst College in 1998 after finishing his education at Saint Boniface School (’94) andSeneca High School (’98). In 2002, he graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism and Communications.
While in high school, he was active in basketball, track, and field teams. He also wrote for the school paper and was nominated to the National Honor Society. His peers chose him as the Class Speaker at the graduation commencement.
During his sophomore year, Puskar worked as a radio color analyst for the school’s radio station, calling football and basketball games. In his junior and senior years, he worked as the play-by-play announcer at WMCE for football, basketball, and hockey. Besides radio, he also got his start in TV as a color commentator for high school and college games for Image Sports. In the spring of his senior year, he worked as an intern at Erie’s NBC affiliate.
Jay Puskar Career
Puskar works as a BCIT Instructor and Marketing Support for Cathedral Preparatory School. Previously, he worked as an adjunct professor at Mercyhurst College for over 5 years(January 2018 to May 2023) and as a sports director and anchor for WJET/WFXP for 4 years(February 2019 to April 2023).
Puskar began his career as a part-time news photographer and later climbed the ranks to weekend sports reporter and anchor in 2003. He was later named to the weeknight sports desks, holding that role for two years. During his 13 years in local sports coverage, he covered everything, including local sports, high school events, and Erie’s minor league franchises.
Though he enjoyed showcasing the local athletes and programs, Puskar also had unforgettable assignments at the national level. He also had his share of regular-season games in the NFL, NHL, and MLB. Moreover, he covered the 2007 U.S. Open, four Super Bowls, the 2012 Kentucky Derby, and the 2012 Belmont Stakes.
Puskar joined WMCE as a radio play-by-play caller for the Lakers football in the fall of 2016 and 2017. By the fall, he joined WPSE 1450 AM as a radio broadcaster for high school football and basketball games. Also, he covered the 2018 PIAA State Football Championship game between Cathedral Prep and Imhotep Charter.
Jay Puskar Age
Puskar likes to keep his personal life private and hence has not yet disclosed the year and month he was born. It is, therefore, not known when he celebrates his birthday. However, he might be in his 40s.
Jay Puskar Height
Puskar stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 7 inches.
Jay Puskar Family
Puskar is a native of Erie, but has managed to keep his personal life away from the limelight; hence, he has not disclosed any information about his parents. It is also not known if Puskar has any siblings.
Jay Puskar Wife
Puskar is very private about his personal life; therefore, it is not known if he is in any relationship. There are also no rumors of his being in any past relationship with anyone.
Jay Puskar Net Worth
Puskar has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 million – $5 million, which he has earned through being a journalist.
Jay Puskar Salary
Puskar earns an annual salary ranging between $40,000 – $ 110,500.