Sports Journalism

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This type of journalism covers all aspects of sports, including the games, the players, the coaches, and any new developments that occur.

When did sports journalism originate and who was its target audience?

- "Sports journalism started in the early 1800s when it was targeted to the social elite."

How did sports journalism evolve over time as part of the news business?

- "Transitioned into an integral part of the news business with newspapers having dedicated sports sections."

How did the popularity of sports among different social classes impact sports journalism?

- "The increased popularity of sports amongst the middle and lower class led to more coverage of sports content in publications."

What are some examples of sports-only media that emerged due to the demand for sports content?

- "Sports-only media such as Sports Illustrated and ESPN."

What are the different forms of sports journalism?

- "There are many different forms of sports journalism, ranging from play-by-play and game recaps to analysis and investigative journalism."

How has technology and the internet age affected sports journalism?

- "Technology and the internet age have massively changed the sports journalism space."

What are the challenges sports journalism faces in the current era?

- "Not being able to cover costs due to falling subscriptions."

What are some new forms of internet-based sports journalism?

- "New forms of internet blogging and tweeting in the current millennium have pushed the boundaries of sports journalism."

Who were the initial readers of early sports journalism?

- "It was targeted to the social elite."

When did sports journalism become a prominent part of the news industry?

- "Transitioned into an integral part of the news business."

Why did the coverage of sports content increase in publications?

- "The increased popularity of sports amongst the middle and lower class led to more coverage."

Name two popular sports-only media outlets that emerged.

- "Sports Illustrated and ESPN."

What are some examples of forms of sports journalism?

- "Ranging from play-by-play and game recaps to analysis and investigative journalism."

How has technology impacted sports journalism?

- "Technology and the internet age have massively changed the sports journalism space."

What is a common challenge faced by sports journalism in the internet age?

- "Not being able to cover costs due to falling subscriptions."

Which new forms of internet-based content have expanded sports journalism?

- "New forms of internet blogging and tweeting in the current millennium."

Who did early sports journalism cater to?

- "The social elite."

What kind of sections did newspapers develop for sports journalism?

- "Dedicated sports sections."

How did the popularity of sports impact the publication of sports content?

- "The increased popularity of sports led to more coverage."

How has sports journalism evolved alongside traditional print journalism?

- "Sports journalism is struggling with the same problems that the broader category of print journalism is struggling with."