Sports Media History
What type of media was the foundation of sports coverage?
Traditional Role: Who writes for newspapers, magazines, or online outlets?
Journalist
What are the three purposes of sports journalism?
Inform, Entertain, Contextualize
History: In what year was the first televised sports game broadcast?
1939
Platform: Which app is known for live-tweeting sports games?
Twitter/X
What was the first live baseball game broadcasted on the radio?
KDKA
Modern Role: Who manages a team's online presence and creates engaging posts?
Social Media Manager
What type of reporting summarizes a game’s key moments and score?
Game Recaps
Revenue: What do networks bid for to air games?
Broadcast rights
What second activity has risen alongside traditional TV watching?
Second screen
Which network revolutionized 24/7 sports coverage in 1979?
ESPN
Broadcasting: Who calls live games and provides in-depth analysis?
Broadcaster/Commentator
What type of sports reporting focuses on an athlete’s journey or a team’s dynamic?
Feature Story
Who narrates the game live as it unfolds?
Play by Play Announcer
What type of fan-shared content often shifts attention in sports?
Viral
What decade saw the rise of platforms like Twitter and Instagram in sports media?
2000s
Visual Media: What role captures sports moments through photos and videos?
Photographer/Videographer
What should journalists always do to ensure credibility?
Fact Check
How many cameras are used during an NFL game?
12
What spreads false game reports and controversies?
Misinformation
What major sports event was first broadcast on TV in 1967?
Super Bowl
Modern Role: Who uses data to present advanced sports analytics?
Data Analyst
What style keeps writing lively and engaging?
Active voice
What includes player interviews and expert analysis?
Highlights
Which generation prefers digital media for sports content?
Gen Z & Millennials