Chris Alvarez
A Fresno native and athlete at heart, Chris played basketball and baseball at Clovis West High School and college baseball at Fresno Pacific University.
After hanging up the baseball cleats, Chris began his TV career in Fresno at KMPH-TV. He graduated from Fresno State, earning a Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communication and Journalism with a Broadcast emphasis.
After college, Chris moved to San Francisco to work at Comcast SportsNet Bay Area. In his 3+ years, Chris covered the Bay Area's biggest sporting events and athletes, produced features and hosted web videos.
Then it was off to the Southern California desert in Palm Springs, where Chris served as the Sports Director at KESQ (ABC) and CBS Local 2.
After Palm Springs, it was back home to Fresno, where he joined our sister station KFSN-TV. In 4 years, Chris worked as a Sports Anchor/Reporter, Sports Director and Fill-In News Anchor. Some of the highlights included covering Fresno State Football's historic turnaround, Fresno State Basketball's NCAA berth in 2016 along with two World Series and the 2017 MLB All-Star Game.
When he isn't working or watching sports, Chris spends his free time working out, sharpening his DJ skills listening to music and looking to explore all the Bay Area has to offer.
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Chris's Stories
5-year-old San Jose Sharks fan beats cancer, inspires team during pregame meeting
"People like Kane, inspire us to, to stay positive and, and you know, continue to appreciate what we have. And, you know, he's a warrior," said Sharks defenseman Mario Ferraro.
Stockton native's golden opportunity leads him to Warriors PA announcer job
Say hello to the Warriors' new PA announcer, Steve Scott. We sat down with the 64-year-old who's been around the league for nearly 30 years with stints in Chicago and New York.
Willie Mays' personal collection up for auction to benefit his Say Hey! Foundation
Hundreds of items from the late 'Forever Giant' Willie Mays' legendary baseball career will go up for auction this weekend. Here's a look at what's included.
Stephen Curry uses Google Cloud's 'AI Basketball Coach' during annual youth camp
During day one of the Bay Area Curry Camp, Steph unveiled Google Cloud's "AI Basketball Coach" where campers took a variety of shots using a motion capture system, analyzing mechanics, providing video feedback in real time.
Warriors' Brandin Podziemski surprises SF dad competing in Pop-A-Shot National Championship
Picture this: you are two decades removed from playing your last competitive basketball game and now you find yourself with a chance to win a national championship playing basketball -- in a slightly different form. This is the reality for a San Francisco dad, who is competing in the 2025 Pop-A-Shot National Championship.
A's Sacramento home opener is giving fans mixed feelings: 'They're dead to me' vs. 'They're my team'
It became official on Monday as the A's are now (temporarily) in West Sacramento, and this city welcomed the team dressed in yellow and green, but with mixed feelings. "We have to accept it."
Warriors' Stephen Curry meets 86-year-old superfan in New York after viral video
When Maddie Franklin posted a video of her grandmother Kathryn Ford -- better known as Grandma Kitty -- sharing a notebook dedicated to Warriors superstar Stephen Curry, little did they know their lives were about to change.
San Jose State, Fresno State extend battle for Valley Trophy through 2034
If you didn't know, the rivalry between San Jose State and Fresno State dates back to 1921 and now the battle for the Valley Trophy will continue through 2034.
Golden State Valkyries unveil performance center in Oakland
The longtime former practice facility of the Golden State Warriors had the distinct blue and gold colors, transformed into Valkyries violet.
Sharks star rookie Macklin Celebrini's front row seat to the Warriors Dynasty
Over the past few years, Sharks star rookie Macklin Celebrini has had a chance to get a unique perspective on the Warriors championship era, watching the likes of Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green. Here's why:
