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Sports Field Guide @sportsfieldguide.bsky.social · May 1

Immerse yourself in sports media during the 3-day Mega journalism workshop in Minneapolis in mid-July. This hands-on workshop, which includes coverage of pro events, works for both beginners & more experienced college students. Registration is live on the link below. #sports #journalism #education

ACP College Media Mega Workshop | Associated Collegiate Press

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Sports Field Guide @sportsfieldguide.bsky.social · Apr 15

Columns are often at their best when they combine analysis, reporting and observations with a clear voice. Essentially, columns are reported stories with an opinion. There are other elements, for sure, but not all combine everything as well as this one by @brodymiller.bsky.social

#sportswriting

Why Rory McIlroy’s Masters win means just as much for his caddie, Harry Diamond

There is one topic of change that McIlroy has no time for: His caddie and lifelong friend.

www.nytimes.com

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Sports Field Guide @sportsfieldguide.bsky.social · Apr 14

Another amazing golf story from AP’s Doug Ferguson that includes evocative descriptions, lively language and a strong storyline. Follow him if you’re an aspiring sports journalist, journalism teacher or fan of golf. #sportsmedia #2025Masters

Rory McIlroy wins Masters playoff to complete the career Grand Slam

Rory McIlroy turned another major collapse into his grandest performance of all, hitting a...

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ProFootballTalk @profootballtalk.bsky.social · Apr 1

NFL plans to bring "more excitement back" to kickoff with changes for 2025.
www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootb...

NFL plans to bring "more excitement back" to kickoff with changes for 2025

The dynamic kickoff is here to stay, though there will be tweaks to it for the 2025 season.

www.nbcsports.com

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Institute of Government and Public Affairs (IGPA) @illinoisigpa.bsky.social · Apr 1

🎙️ Podcast: In the inaugural episode of Illinois Policy Unpacked, we sit down with Jonathan Coppess, an associate professor of agricultural policy at Illinois, to discuss the potential impact of recently proposed tariffs on Illinois farmers. Full podcast ➡️ bit.ly/4iLo45S

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Sports Field Guide @sportsfieldguide.bsky.social · Apr 1

Sports media is becoming more toxic than cable news. Nobody should be surprised by McAfee, Barstool or others acting in this manner.

www.nytimes.com/athletic/624...

‘GameDay’ analyst Pat McAfee spread dangerous rumor, plus 2025 CFB win totals

Until Saturday is The Athletic's college football newsletter.

www.nytimes.com

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Sports Field Guide @sportsfieldguide.bsky.social · Mar 26

Disappointed in USA Today for diminishing the import of this story. This is about a national security problem, not about you and me.

USA TODAY @usatoday.com · Mar 25

The Trump administration's Signal group chat leak may be the world's most relatable fail. Who hasn't added a stranger to a text thread or group chat?

'We've all done this': Trump admin group chat scandal is its most relatable fail

The Trump administration's Signal group chat leak may be the world's most relatable fail. Who hasn't added a stranger to a text thread or group chat?

bit.ly

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Sports Field Guide @sportsfieldguide.bsky.social · Jan 22

Join us today as we discuss ways to elevate your sports coverage at any level across all media platforms. We'll address approaches to diligently and creatively cover athletics on your campus or community. @johndicarlo.bsky.social #ChrisBabb #sportsjournalism #collegemedia

The Sports Advisers Are In: Breaking Down Barriers - College Media Association

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 5pm EST There are many reasons why a sports staff may not be generating quality sports content, but the biggest hurdle is not always poor access to athletes. It might also ...

collegemedia.org

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Bruce Feldman @brucefeldmancfb.bsky.social · Jan 12

The Athletic has heard thru multiple sources Carson Beck is set to receive from UM channels a little over $3 million, roughly double the $1.6 million Heisman Trophy finalist Cam Ward earned through Miami’s collective. Reporting with @mannynavarro.bsky.social: www.nytimes.com/athletic/605...

Inside Carson Beck’s move from Georgia to Miami: NIL, injury timeline and optimism on offense

Beck, who won’t start throwing again for a few months after having UCL surgery, was the only available QB Miami really wanted.

www.nytimes.com

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The Athletic @theathletic.com · Dec 27

Sports broadcaster Greg Gumbel has died at the age of 78, CBS Sports announced.

Gumbel worked at CBS Sports as a play-by-play announcer and studio host for their college basketball and NFL broadcasts.

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Los Angeles Times @latimes.com · Dec 19

Kiké Hernández, the free-agent utility player who was a Dodgers postseason hero, says he was fined and nearly suspended after dropping an F-bomb during a Fox postgame interview.

Kiké Hernández says F-bomb cost him money — and almost a game — during Dodgers' World Series run

Kiké Hernández, the free-agent utility player who was a Dodgers postseason hero, says he was fined and nearly suspended after dropping an F-bomb during a Fox postgame interview.

www.latimes.com

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Sports Field Guide @sportsfieldguide.bsky.social · Dec 10

Here's a smart, funny short video on the SEC battling for berths in first College Football Playoffs.
youtu.be/l6Nq8gs8hSw?...

SEC Shorts - Teams fight to get into the College Football Playoff

YouTube video by SEC Shorts

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The Washington Post @washingtonpost.com · Dec 10

Column by Thomas Boswell | Don’t despair over Juan Soto’s megadeal: The Mets and their big-spending owner will get what they deserve.

Column | Steve Cohen has stupid money, but this Juan Soto deal might be foolish

Don’t despair over Juan Soto’s megadeal: The Mets and their big-spending owner will get what they deserve.

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Sports Field Guide @sportsfieldguide.bsky.social · Dec 9

Remember that fans are (ahem) passionate about their teams, so report thoroughly and consider all angles before publishing stories, columns. I may or may not at least partially agree with this fan. Although not much in regards to "may not." #Yankees #NIckTurturro
www.instagram.com/p/DDXG77_PH1...

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Welcome back to Instagram. Sign in to check out what your friends, family & interests have been capturing & sharing around the world.

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Nicole Auerbach @nauerbach.com · Dec 9

I joined NPR's All Things Considered to discuss the 12-team College Football Playoff field. You can listen here (or read the transcript): https://www.npr.org/2024/12/08/nx-s1-5220400/ncaa-reveals-college-football-playoff-roster

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Mark D. Levine @marklevinenyc.bsky.social · Nov 22

This is the most important chart published in America this week.

(By @dylanlscott.bsky.social)

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Aaron Parnas @aaronparnas.bsky.social · Nov 25

So let me get this straight.

If you apply for a job at a grocery store, you have to undergo a background check.

But, if you apply to be Director of National Intelligence, you don't?

Got it.

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Sports Field Guide @sportsfieldguide.bsky.social · Nov 24

That’s a great variation. I think Portland State is the Lumberjills vs the Lumberjacks.

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Sports Field Guide @sportsfieldguide.bsky.social · Nov 24

Sure, inserting "Lady" in front of team nicknames is antiquated, sexist and, sometimes, demeaning. But they are also dumb. Right, *Lady* Rams?

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Sports Field Guide @sportsfieldguide.bsky.social · Nov 24

Yes, that’s key. That often comes with both age and experience.

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Sports Field Guide @sportsfieldguide.bsky.social · Nov 23

To vastly improve sports features, do the following:
1. Use a strong narrative voice w/fewer direct quotes.
2. Interview for information, not for quotes.
3. Ask more folo-up questions (to show, for example, how hard one trains.)
4. Focus on conflicts, challenges faced by protagonist.
#sportswriting

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Sports Field Guide @sportsfieldguide.bsky.social · Nov 23

Have been looking for details about today's NCAA XC results, but posts on the official website mostly did not usually include the location of the race of the D-I race – which was Madison, Wisconsin. Include time and place in all stories about live sports events. #sportswriting

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CNN @cnn.com · Nov 21

Detroit Tigers’ Tarik Skubal and Atlanta Braves’ Chris Sale were voted the best pitchers in the majors for the first time by the Baseball Writers’ Association of America on Wednesday.

Tigers’ Tarik Skubal and Braves’ Chris Sale win first Cy Young Awards | CNN

Detroit Tigers’ Tarik Skubal and Atlanta Braves’ Chris Sale were voted the best pitchers in the majors for the first time by the Baseball Writers’ Association of America on Wednesday.

www.cnn.com

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Sports Field Guide @sportsfieldguide.bsky.social · Nov 19

We're looking for a new journalism teacher here at EIU, preferably someone with sport media experience. The details can be found below. But feel free to message me if you need more insights or details.
apply.interfolio.com/158833

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Sports Field Guide @sportsfieldguide.bsky.social · Nov 19

Pickleball will become a HS and college sport, replacing or complementing tennis sooner than you think. The game is far more accessible, thus its wild growth – over 220% over the past 4 years. Students can jump right into #pickleball w/o years of lessons, playing OK from Day 1.

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