Tips for Rookie Sports Writers
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Know the game
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You never know which sport you might have to end up covering. Make sure to do research so you have basic knowledge of the game and details about the players.
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Befriend the media relations staff
SUMMARY Keeping in contact with the staff can get you in a better spot. Can be easier to schedule interviews, or to get better seats for the game. TIP
Navigate the post-match press conference like a pro
SUMMARY Sit as close as you can to the front so you have an opportunity to ask a question. Be unique, and try to dig deep for a good answer.
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Find your angle SUMMARY Don’t just look at the stats after the game, keep track of them throughout. This can show a better story, showing the ups and downs and emotions of the game.
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Speak the language of action SUMMARY Keep an expanded vocabulary. Be detailed, but don’t overreach. Avoid using the common phrases that most writers would use.