Amanda Balionis begins preparations for new chapter after golf following delay

Amanda Balionis is back from her time off from golf and wasted no time getting back into her preparation for what lies ahead.

After the 2024 golf season ended, Balionis took time away from golf to focus on getting her mind right for the 2024 NFL season. During her time away from the course, Balionis was spotted spending time with friends in Nantucket, enjoying food and beverages.

Most recently, Balionis hiked up Grouse Mountain in Vancouver. It appeared as if the hike was more difficult than she envisioned, jokingly calling her decision to hike up the mountain a "mistake" though eventually, she was able to snap a selfie at the top of the mountain, which she shared with her more than 300,000 Instagram followers.

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With her time away from sports over, Balionis is now preparing for the NFL season and she made it known she was back in business. In her latest post on her latest Instagram story, Balionis took a simple snap of her view, which contained her laptop and a notebook.

She wrote: "Time to get back at it! Week 2 Chargers at Panthers .. see you Sunday!". Fans expected to see Balionis in Week 1 as the NFL season got underway, but she did not cover any games. After a week delay, Balionis' confirmation means fans can now rest knowing the popular sports figure will be back on screens before long.

Balionis' transition to the sideline from the golf course is one that had been a long time coming. In mid-August, Balionis announced she would step away from the links and onto the sidelines after a particularly interesting golf season came to a close with the Tour Championship.

"This year had it all," her post on Instagram began . "From historic moments to heart-shattering events and every other emotion you can imagine in between. I love this game. I love working in sports. Competing at the highest level requires and produces constant examples of inspiration, drama, unbridled joy, resilience, growth and teamwork.

"It's an honor to be a very small part of a tremendous team that brings these moments and stories to life each weekend. If we left you with one new favorite player, or one memorable moment you shared with loved ones than we have done our jobs. Catch ya on the NFL sidelines until next season!"

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Outside of golf, Balionis has covered both the NFL and college football throughout her years working for CBS. At one point, she was even married to former quarterback Bryn Renner, though the two have since separated.

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