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JOUR 372

Sports Announcing and Broadcasting

Catalog2026-2027
Credits3 units
LevelUpper Division
Standard

Overview

Description

This course provides comprehensive training in sports announcing and broadcasting for radio, television and streaming media platforms. Students will learn the roles and responsibilities of play-by-play broadcasters, color commentators, analysts, and sideline and field correspondents. Additionally, this course will expose students to other roles commonly found in sports broadcasting, including presenters, commentators, and program hosts.

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Lecture3

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Offered: Every Fall

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fall

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Standard

Learning Outcomes

  • describe the roles and responsibilities of various sports broadcasting positions, including play-by-play, color commentary, and sideline reporting.
  • prepare for and deliver sports commentary in live or simulated settings.
  • apply techniques for effective vocal delivery, timing, and audience engagement.
  • analyze professional sports broadcasts to identify strategies, styles, and production elements that enhance viewer experience.
  • adapt broadcasting approaches for different sports, media platforms, and target audiences.