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Sports journalists in the United States
3,597 reporters and editors in the United States who cover leagues, athletes, fixtures, fitness, sports business and sponsorship.
Who is on this list
InsightFuse lists 3,597 sports journalists in the United States, working across 1,453 outlets. Every record has a name, job title, outlet and location. Many also have a verified email address and a LinkedIn profile, which you can see once you sign in.
Where they work: top outlets and employers
- Fox Sports
- Sports Illustrated
- ESPN
- Fansided
- The Athletic
- Major League Baseball
- Bleacher Report
- NFL Network
- NBC Sports
- Fox (Film, TV and Sports)
- CBS Sports
- National Football League (NFL)
- Turner Sports
- MLB Network
- Kwch 12 (Sunflower Broadcasting, Inc.)
| Role | Journalists |
|---|---|
| Editors | 920 |
| Writers | 892 |
| Producers | 742 |
| Reporters | 557 |
| Journalists | 134 |
| Columnists | 64 |
| Section and senior editors | 52 |
| Managing editors | 47 |
How to pitch sports journalists
Sports reporters cover leagues, athletes, fixtures, fitness, sports business and sponsorship. They want access to athletes, timely results-driven angles and strong photography.
- Sports news moves on match days. Pitch features midweek, not on game day.
- Athlete availability is your strongest asset, so lead with who can talk.
- Sports business reporters care about deal value, audiences and sponsorship return.
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Frequently asked questions
How many sports journalists are there in the United States?
InsightFuse lists 3,597 sports journalists, editors and producers in the United States, at 1,453 outlets.
How do I pitch sports journalists in the United States?
Sports news moves on match days. Pitch features midweek, not on game day. Send each reporter a short, personal email rather than a mass release.
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