Summer Springboard
Sports Broadcasting
ACADEMIC COURSE


LAUNCH YOUR JOURNEY IN SPORTS BROADCASTING IN A WORLD-CLASS ACADEMIC AND ATHLETIC ENVIRONMENT
Course Highlights
- Practice live commentary and reporting on sports events
- Conduct mock interviews with athletes and coaches
- Analyze professional sports broadcasts and discuss strategies for engaging an audience
- Learn the essentials of video and audio production used in broadcasting
- Write, edit, and present sports news segments
- Visit local sports media outlets for an inside look at the industry and have the opportunity to witness a live sports broadcast in action.
Summer Springboard
Sports Broadcasting
Course Overview
Sports broadcasting is a dynamic field that combines storytelling, analysis, and live performance. This two-week program is perfect for students passionate about sports and media who want to dive into the world of sports journalism and broadcasting. Throughout the course, students will learn the fundamentals of play-by-play and color commentary, master hosting for TV and podcasts, and practice calling games for different sports. They will also explore the emotional connection between fans and sports, gaining a deeper understanding of storytelling in sports media. By the end of the program, students will have developed essential skills for success in the sports media industry.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Outcome #1
Learn how to conduct interviews, create engaging content, and understand the role of technology in sports media
Outcome #2
Learn the fundamentals of sports journalism, live broadcasting, and behind-the-scenes production.
Outcome #3
Learn how to to report, commentate, and analyze sports in real-time
Outcome #4
Learn about opportunities in the world of sports media.