Naming People and Sources
In general, either name the people in your sources or don't name them. Keep the overall format of your story consistent. If the names seem to slow down parts of the script, take all the names out. The exception to this guideline is when a correspondent or guest is someone famous or a highly popular talking head/commentator.
For example, ESPN correspondent Stephen A. Smith (that is his full name) is regarded highly enough among sports fans that it is important to note that Stephen A. Smith is the one saying whatever it is he is saying, not just some guy off the street.
Editors will help make the ultimate decision on names in a script.
