9. Samantha Ponder (formerly Samantha Steele)

As a sideline reporter and host for ESPN college football and basketball, Samantha has a quick wit and professionalism that few can even hope to master. She is co-host of the early morning ET edition of College Gameday on ESPNU, although she is most renowned for being Erin Andrews’ replacement on Saturday College Gameday on ESPN. SEE ALSO: 10 hottest American female athletes of all time (With Pictures)