How to Write a Sports Article

You don't miss a touchdown, a pitch, a goal or a slam dunk. If you want to turn something you love into a career, then writing sports articles is for you. However, it takes more than simply watching a game to write a sports article. But if you have an eye for detail and a knack for writing, this may be the career for you.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

1. Watch the game in its entirety. If you can't attend a game in person, watch it on TV. Take notes throughout the game. Having all the facts and getting them right are major components of writing a sports article.
2. Open with a strong lead. You can start by writing about a spectacular play, a star player or even a quote. A strong lead hooks the reader immediately.
3. Know the sport you're writing about. Give key details about the game you witnessed, but also give history into the sport, the team and even individual players. Know more than the casual fan--and reader.
4. Include play-by-play. Of course, you can't write too many details because of space limitations, but do write about game-breaking plays, mistakes and turning points in the game. This is the body of the sports article and should answer the who, what, where, when and why of the sporting event.
5. Check and recheck your facts. Know which player or players made the big plays and those who made the major mistakes. Be accurate when giving statistics and when you're writing about any history of the team or sport. Use quotes.
6. Write clearly and concisely. Refrain from digressing or including too much outside the game you're writing about unless you're writing for a publication that calls for such a story. Sports articles are basic and to the point.

Tips & Warnings

• Be impartial. Do not write about one team's flaws while singing the praises of the other team. Strike a balance, and do not let emotions rule the article.

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