Sports Journalism - An Introduction to Reporting and Writing

Sports Journalism combines decades of on-the-field reporting and in-the-classroom teaching to present the most comprehensive and contemporary playbook for student journalists. The third edition features expanded coverage of social media, writing and interviewing skills, as well as discussions on race and gender in the world of sports.

List of contents

Chapter 1. Living the Life
Chapter 2. Covering the Game
Chapter 3. Navigating the Twitter-verse
Chapter 4. Choosing the Words
Chapter 5. Writing the Story
Chapter 6. Following the Style
Chapter 7. Asking the Questions
Chapter 8. Working with Sources
Chapter 9. Making the Numbers Count
Chapter 10. Seeking Justice
Glossary
SPJ Code of Ethics
AP Style Guide for Sports

About the author

By James R. Schaffer; Steve Schaffer; Amie Just and Kathryn T. Stofer

Summary

Sports Journalism combines decades of on-the-field reporting and in-the-classroom teaching to present the most comprehensive and contemporary playbook for student journalists. The third edition features expanded coverage of social media, writing and interviewing skills, as well as discussions on race and gender in the world of sports.

Product details

• Authors: Amie Just, James R. Schaffer, James R. Schaffer Schaffer, James R./ Schaffer Schaffer, Steve Schaffer, Schaffer James R., Kathryn T. Stofer, Stofer Kathryn T.
• Publisher: Rowman and Littlefield
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 05.11.2024
• EAN: 9781538196304
• ISBN: 978-1-5381-9630-4
• No. of pages: 228
• Subjects: Non-fiction book > Politics, society, business > Society; Social sciences, law, business > Media, communication > Journalism; Media Studies, LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES / Journalism, SPORTS & RECREATION / Business Aspects, Press & journalism, News media & journalism, Sports management & facilities, Media studies: Journalism, Service industries, Hospitality & service industries