Taking this Sport Communication class has definitely opened my eyes to how much goes into the way we talk about sports—not just in the media, but as fans, athletes, and professionals. Before this class, I didn’t really think too deeply about how stories in sports are shaped or the impact they have, but over the past few months, I’ve learned that communication plays a huge role in everything from athlete branding to public perception and even social change.

One of my favorite assignments was the infographic on my sport professional penpal, Bobby Maze. Putting that together helped me see how athletes build their image over time, not just through their performance, but through the way they communicate with the world. I also really connected with the issue paper I wrote about Angel Reese and how she was treated during the NCAA tournament. That project reminded me how much race and gender still affect the way athletes are talked about, especially on social media. It made me think more about the responsibility sport organizations and media outlets have when it comes to standing up for their athletes and shaping fair narratives.

Another thing I appreciated was being able to write about people and topics I really care about, like NSU and my brother Latrelle. Sharing his story helped me realize how personal sports communication can be. These aren’t just players on a screen—they’re real people with families, challenges, and goals. I think that personal connection is what makes this field so meaningful to me.

This class also helped me find my voice and be more confident in how I communicate as a future sport agent or someone working in athlete representation. From learning about social media strategy to understanding how to handle public image during a crisis, I know I’ll use what I learned here in my career. I’ve always loved sports, but now I see the power of communication behind it—and I’m excited to be a part of that moving forward.