Jessica Mendoza is a former professional softball player and current sports broadcaster. She played for the U.S. Women's National Softball Team and won a gold medal at the 2004 Athens Olympics and a silver medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Mendoza is known for her powerful hitting and exceptional skills on the field. After retiring from competitive play, Mendoza transitioned to broadcasting and became a prominent analyst for ESPN. She has covered various sports, including college football and Major League Baseball, making her one of the first female analysts in these male-dominated fields.