Houston Rockets fans will hear a new voice on the sidelines this season as Ashley Stroehlein takes over as the team's sideline reporter on Space City Home Network, replacing Vanessa Richardson.
The appointment was reported by the Houston Chronicle on November 6, 2026, with Stroehlein stepping into the role for the Rockets' regional broadcasts. Space City Home Network serves as the primary television home for Rockets games in the Houston market.
Stroehlein brings experience to the position, having previously worked in sports media. Richardson had served as the Rockets' sideline reporter for multiple seasons, providing courtside updates and player interviews during game broadcasts.
