Jenna Cottrell Biography

Jenna Cottrell is an American journalist working for 13WHAM as a weekend sports anchor and sports reporter. She joined the station in February 2016 as a sports reporter before she was promoted to her current role in July 2019. Previously, she was a sports anchor and reporter at WENY in Elmira, New York, for nearly 6 years.

Jenna Cottrell Education

Cottrell joined Syracuse University in 2009 after finishing her high school education. In 2013, she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Broadcast Journalism. While in college, she was the captain of Syracuse’s Women’s Ultimate Frisbee Team and was involved with Bishop Forery Elementary School Mentoring Program.

Jenna Cottrell Career

Cottrell works for 13WHAM as a weekend sports anchor and sports reporter. Additionally, she hosts Buffalo Plus, a YouTube channel and podcast that is committed to broadcasting the Buffalo Bills all year round, with Mike Catalana and Dan Fetes. In this role, she provides behind-the-scenes information, exclusive insight, and insider access to the Buffalo Bills. Upon joining the station, she initially worked as a sports reporter before she was promoted to her current role in July 2019.

Cottrell’s love of sports began when she was young. She played soccer and lacrosse while growing up in Saratoga Springs. She quickly fell in love with the NFL after that. During her career, she has won many awards, including the Rochester Press Radio Club’s Gary Smith & George Beaton Award for sportscasting excellence.

The Associated Press and the New York State Broadcasters Association have honored her, and the 13WHAM sports staff have been honored as the best in the state. After being diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma in 2017 and several rounds of chemo, she’s excited to report she’s in remission. This has made her volunteer with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, mentoring other cancer patients.

Jenna Cottrell Age

Cottrell was born on January 31st, but has not yet disclosed the year she was born. However, she might be in her 30s. Cottrell celebrates her birthday on January 31st. On January 31, 2023, she posted herself on her Instagram account and captioned “cheers to another bday🥂 it’s all love baby.”

Jenna Cottrell Height

Cottrell stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 6 inches.

Jenna Cottrell Family

Cottrell grew up in Saratoga Springs, but has managed to keep her personal life away from the limelight; hence, she has not disclosed any information about her parents. It is also not known if Cottrell has any siblings.

Jenna Cottrell Husband

Cottrell got married to Zack Smith in Saratoga Springs on June 28, 2005. On July 2 2025, she shared their wedding video on her Instagram account and captioned it“so much love, so much joy 🤍thank you to the incredible…for capturing our day so beautifully.” The couple lives in Rochester with him.

Jenna Cottrell Net Worth

Cottrell has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 million – $5 million, which she has earned through being a journalist.

Jenna Cottrell Salary

Cottrell earns an annual salary ranging between $40,000 – $ 110,500.