Throughout this sport communication course I was able to learn and gain a lot of insight on things that take place behind the scenes in sports. I plan to take this knowledge and the skills I have learned into my future career aspirations. One of the modules that really stood out to me was the…
Sport Penpal: The Quest
I met with my penpal, Sian, and talked about a couple of ideas I had as quests for this assignment. The one that she thought was really good was doing a documentary series on athletes that play at Old Dominion University. A handful of athletes would be picked to do a brief interview in order…
Feature Story
More than a Medal: Team USA’s Tribute to Johnny Gaudreau Johnny Gaudreau was a 31 year old professional ice hockey player. He was nicknamed “Johnny Hockey” and recognized all over the world for his very elite skills and playmaking on the ice. Professionally, Gaudreau played in the National Hockey League for 11 seasons, mostly with…
Athlete Activism: Muhammad Ali
In 1967, Muhammad Ali, a heavy weight boxing champion, refused the military draft during the Vietnam War. Ali was a member of the Nation of Islam and therefore, entering the draft was against his religious beliefs. Ali also stated that Black Americans shouldn’t fight overseas for freedoms that they weren’t receiving in their own country….
Sport Penpal: “Don’t be the weakest LinkedIn” Infographic
In interviewing Sian for this assignment, I was able to learn and get a lot of insight on what she does everyday. She explained to me how she has very busy days, but no day is ever exactly the same. Right now, she especially busy as spring sports are in season and she is mainly in…
Game Report
USA Claims Gold with Overtime Victory Over Canada The United States claimed a gold medal in the 2026 Olympics men’s ice hockey finals after defeating Canada in overtime 2-1 in Milan, Italy. The U.S. has not claimed a gold medal for 46 years, since the 1980 “Miracle on Ice” game against the Soviet Union men’s…
My Social Media Persona
Looking at my own social media persona through the platform of Instagram, I would say that I have given the projection of a lifelong athlete. I am not someone who just plays sports, but someone who lives them. I have posted photos of myself playing sports such as basketball, softball, and field hockey since I…
Sport Media “Diet”
My sport media diet has been pretty consistent over the past four years. I currently consume most of my sports information through social media or my friends. I also do watch some games live on television, but I usually only do that for some of my favorite teams or big events such as the Super…
Sport Professional Penpal: Making the Connection
Sian Emslie was born on November 9th, 2002 in England. She has two brothers, Josh and Nathan, and her mother, Jane, and father, Brian, by her side always. She also currently has two huskies named Luna and Athena that she loves very much and says that they are her best friends. Sian grew up in…