So, You Want to Work in Sports?

From the action on the field to everything happening behind the scenes, So, You Want to Work in Sports? introduces young sports fans to the many careers, skills, and possibilities that bring the world of sports to life.

What if you love sports—but your future isn’t necessarily on the field?

So, You Want to Work in Sports? takes young sports fans beyond the game to discover the many careers, skills, and people that bring the world of sports to life.

From competing as a professional athlete and leading a team as a coach to covering the action as a broadcaster or photographer, readers can explore some of the most recognizable careers in sports alongside roles they may never have considered. Sports agents, statisticians, therapists, scouts, and other behind-the-scenes professionals reveal just how many different talents and interests have a place in the sports world.

Interviews and advice from real-world professionals offer an inside look at different career paths and what it takes to work in the field, while stories of young people exploring their own interests show readers that there are plenty of ways to start discovering where a love of sports might take them.

Packed with games, activities, a glossary, practical advice, and helpful resources, So, You Want to Work in Sports? encourages kids to discover their strengths, explore the many sides of the sports industry, and imagine how their own skills and passion for the game could become part of their future.