Howard Arlen Schwab was a renowned American television personality and sports researcher known for his encyclopedic knowledge of sports trivia. He worked for ESPN from 1987 to 2013, where he gained fame as the ultimate challenger on the game show "Stump the Schwab" (2004-2006). Contestants on the show attempted to outsmart Schwab in sports trivia, but he boasted a remarkable 80% success rate. Notably, Schwab's image as a self-proclaimed "geek" and non-athlete challenged the conventional stereotype of sports television personalities, as recognized by The Athletic.
September 17, 1960: Howie Schwab is Born
On September 17, 1960, Howie Schwab was born. He would go on to become an American television personality and sports researcher.
1982: Howie Schwab Graduates from St. John's University
Howie Schwab graduated from St. John's University in 1982.
1987: Howie Schwab Joins ESPN
Howie Schwab began working for ESPN as a researcher in 1987.
1995: Howie Schwab Becomes Coordinating Producer for ESPN's Website
In 1995, Howie Schwab became the coordinating producer for ESPN's website.
1998: Howie Schwab Becomes Coordinating Producer for ESPN Studio Production
In 1998, Howie Schwab began serving as a coordinating producer for ESPN studio production.
2004: Stump the Schwab Premieres
Stump the Schwab premiered in 2004. During the trivia show, Howie Schwab faced off against fans.
June 2013: Howie Schwab is Let Go from ESPN
Howie Schwab was let go from ESPN in June 2013 amid cost-cutting efforts.
2013: Howie Schwab Leaves ESPN
In 2013 Howie Schwab left his role at ESPN.
2014: Howie Schwab's First Wife Passes Away
Howie Schwab's first wife, Jodi Singer, died in 2014.
2014: Howie Schwab Joins Sports Jeopardy!
In 2014, Howie Schwab joined the game show Sports Jeopardy! as a consultant and writer.
April 20, 2024: Howie Schwab Passes Away
Howie Schwab died on April 20, 2024.
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