Deck 4: Basics of Sports Reporting

Question 1

For those interested in a career as a sports reporter, the "harsh reality" of the business is that:

A) Opportunities for careers are almost non-existent
B) You need at least a college degree, and more likely a graduate degree, to succeed
C) Most jobs offer unglamorous work at low pay for long hours
D) Sports reporting jobs are disappearing, especially in television

Answer 1

C

Question 2

The type of sports reporting known as "boosterism" or "homerism" means the reporter:

A) Is getting an unethical financial "boost" from outside sources
B) Is slanting coverage to favor hometown teams and athletes
C) Tries to boost audience by reporting sensational or lurid stories
D) Illegally pays ratings services to boost local audience figures

Answer 2

B

Question 3

The starting point for all sports reporting is?

A) Having a story to tell and identifying the theme
B) Finding the right people to interview
C) Using visuals to tell a compelling story
D) Finding an approach that all audience members can like

Answer 3

A

Question 4

Roone Arledge of ABC Sports pioneered what storytelling technique that is still very important for today's sports journalists?

A) Incorporating statistics into the game presentation
B) Showing stories from multiple camera angles
C) Favoring local athletes and events for local audiences
D) Telling stories "up close" to emphasize people and personalities

Question 5

Today's modern sports reporter absolutely must report…

A) On personalities rather than the outcomes or scores of games
B) With an emphasis on the visual rather than the written word
C) In such a way as not to offend advertisers and audience
D) On multiple platforms (web, television, print, etc.)

Question 6

Most non-confrontational interviews should be conducted…

A) In press conference situations
B) As a conversation, not an interrogation
C) On the field or court so as to capture the best emotion
D) Without having to be edited or condensed