Katz, who had spent more than a decade with Disney with both ABC and ESPN, will leave his post on March 14.
Bodenheimer's expanded responsibilities will put both television sports assets of the Walt Disney Company under his direction.
Said Robert Iger, president and COO of the Walt Disney Company: "George's record of success and innovation at ESPN and his familiarity with ABC Sports make him uniquely suited to take on this role.
"This move will enhance the overall efficiency and effectiveness at both TV sports operations, and in particular, in our dealings with sports leagues and other rights sellers."
No other changes in the management of ABC Sports are contemplated at the present time, and ABC Sports and ESPN will continue to be run as separate operations within the Walt Disney Company.
In his dual capacity, Bodenheimer will continue to report to Iger; however, overall management of ABC Sports will continue to function as part of the ABC Television Network.
Said the outgoing Katz: "After the past decade at ABC and ESPN, and more than 32 non-stop years in the TV sports business overall, I feel it's now time to consider new opportunities."
George Bodenheimer has become president of ABC Sports - in addition to heading up ESPN - following the resignation of Howard Katz.
