sportswriters

"From the first women who broke through the glass ceiling to the superstars of the modern media environment, [this books] tells the stories of the women who fought for equality in sports journalism and inspired a new generation of female sports reporters"--Provided by publisher.

Recounts the story of the life and career of Walter Camp, who made the development of football his lifelong mission, and was the leader in the move away from rugby and the formation of American football we recognize today.

Profiles the personal and professional life of baseball journalist and author, Henry Chadwich, describing his role in the success of the game.

Sportswriter Bob Ryan reflects on his life and work, from his childhood in New Jersey to his regular appearances on ESPN.

Ira Berkow recounts his rise to journalistic fame, discussing his early writing jobs, position as a sports columnist and feature writer for the "New York Times", and the most memorable stories and figures he encountered along the way.

Presents a look at sports and sports heroes as they existed before 1950 through an examination of the life and times of American sportswriter Grantland Rice, and discusses Rice's contributions to the field of sports journalism.

Robert Lipsyte chronicles his career as a sportswriter, explaining how he became a sports columnist for the "New York Times" despite the fact that he was never a jock and spent most of his childhood and teen years avoiding what he called the Jock Culture.

More than 130 sportswriters talk about their glamorous profession.

Details the life and career of American sportswriter Mary Garber.