Fox Sports lead soccer commentator John Strong has been named the new voice of the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, according to reporting by Accredited Wire Reports via The Hollywood Reporter.
Strong, widely recognized as one of the primary voices for major soccer broadcasts in the United States, will take on play-by-play responsibilities for the prestigious annual canine event.
Broadcaster Shifts to Westminster
The move marks a notable expansion of Strong's portfolio with Fox Sports. While he has built his career primarily around international and domestic soccer tournaments—including the FIFA World Cup and Major League Soccer broadcasts—the Westminster Dog Show represents one of the network's longest-running and most traditional non-field sporting telecasts.
Strong steps into the booth to guide viewers through the multi-day competition, which showcases thousands of dogs across dozens of breeds competing for Best in Show honors.
Coverage Details and Role
The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, established in 1877, stands as one of the oldest continuously held sporting events in the United States. Fox Sports holds the multi-platform broadcast rights to the event, providing live coverage of breed competitions, group judging, and the culminating championship rounds.
In his new assignment, Strong will lead the broadcast team, providing viewers with commentary across the agility, obedience, and conformation events that draw nationwide audiences each year.
