The Essentials of Sports Reporting and Writing

• Contemporary approach to sports journalism, including online and social media platforms, preparing students for jobs and careers as sports reporters and writers
• Up-to-date examples throughout, providing excerpts of current and well-written reporting.
• "Professional Perspectives" from experienced sports journalists provide informed perspectives on working in the industry, giving readers insights on real-world scenarios and experiences.
• A companion website offers students and instructors additional resources for utilizing the text, studying the material, and going beyond what's in the book. .

Author: Scott Reinardy, Wayne Wanta
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 04/01/2015
Pages: 420
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.24lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.86d
ISBN: 9780415737807

About the Author

Scott Reinardy is a professor and Associate Dean for Graduate Studies at the University of Kansas. Since 2005, has received eight top research paper awards among national and international journalism and mass communications organizations. Elected the inaugural chair for the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication's Sports Interest Group, 2010-2011.

Wayne Wanta is a professor and chair of the Department of Journalism at the University of Florida. He is internationally known for his research in political communication and media effects, with more than 150 refereed publications and convention papers. He has lectured and delivered research presentations in 40 different countries. He also has authored or co-authored four books.