Tag: Sports Television
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Networks Search For The Perfect Way To Bug Us
I’m not sure that there will ever be a perfect scorebug, one that pleases most if not all of the viewers. I don’t think it’s possible.
How The NCAA Tournament Went From Tape Delay To TV Juggernaut
"Imagine living in the Midwest or East at the time and only getting to see the great UCLA teams of that day in the title game."
Five Goals: Jessica Mendoza
"I absolutely want to understand different cultures and people. You can do that within your own community, but you can also try to see it as much as possible globally."
You Can’t Put a Price On The Value of An Unpaid Internship
"Prioritizing earnings early on over experience is a big mistake."
Anatomy of an Analyst: Chris Webber
"Webber has the “it” factor when it comes to being an analyst. Knowledge of the game, personality and the ability to articulate what he sees in a concise manner."
Anatomy of a Broadcaster: Gus Johnson
"The man has a way with words when describing big plays during the course of a game."
Anatomy of an Analyst: Eddie Olczyk
"Olczyk appeals to all ages of fans, especially the younger ones, because he gears a lot of his analysis to the youth hockey players. Some may find it hokey, but in truth it’s great for hockey."
The Production Staff Is As Essential As Anyone On TV
"They are not front and center “talent”, but the show has a hard time going on without them. Trust me."
Sports Media Sensitivities Are Getting Out of Hand
"The immaturity and accusatory behavior has to stop. If this is how we're going to operate every time a personality offers a strong point of view, the future of the sports media business is in big trouble."
Anatomy of a Broadcaster: Bob Costas
"David Letterman’s NBC show would have him on doing comedy bits, making him announce elevator races in 30 Rockefeller Plaza in his serious, network style. He really feels like those appearances helped break him in."