Experience
J.R. DeGroote is a staff writer for Heavy.com, where he has covered the NFL, NBA, and trending sports stories since 2019. With a deep focus on the league's most passionate fanbases, his reporting provides inside access and in-depth analysis on the Cleveland Browns, Dallas Cowboys, and Los Angeles Lakers. J.R. brings over 15 years of experience (West Hawaii Today, Bleacher Report, Athlon Sports, 12up) in sports journalism. He is committed to delivering stories that go beyond the box score, exploring the "why" behind the biggest moments in sports.
Expertise: NFL, Football, NBA, Basketball, NFL Draft Analysis, NBA Free Agency
Primary Coverage: Cleveland Browns, Dallas Cowboys, Los Angeles Lakers
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication from Arizona State University
Experience: 15 years as a professional sports journalist.
