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‘Just part of your resume’: Professional athletes now must work on their social media game as well as their game

Today’s professional players have to think about how they show up online—and how they represent their identities.

On Sep 28, 2023 by Jon Arnold

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Soccer players turned filmmakers explore when injuries challenge identity — with a ‘Ted Lasso’ connection

There's a need to talk about mental health in sports. A group of soccer players who became filmmakers show why.

On Feb 24, 2023 by Jeremy Blackmore

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‘I don’t think you know that black lives matter’: How cricket found a critical moment to address its institutional racism

Cricket became the first sport back after the COVID-19 pandemic struck, and used the moment to connect with Black Lives Matter.

On Jan 6, 2023 by Jeremy Blackmore

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Every ESPN ’30 for 30′ documentary of 2022—and why you should watch them

ESPN's '30 for 30' is still going strong.

On Dec 29, 2022 by Dan Wilbur

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How the arrest of a South African rugby star bared racist fangs of the sport’s fans

South African rugby star Elton Jantjies' arrest highlighted online tensions reflective of the nation's Apartheid past.

On Nov 3, 2022 by Ray Mwareya

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A professional cheerleader noticed women’s sports highlights were leftovers. She decided to change things

HighlightHER and the power of representation.

On Sep 15, 2022 by Alex Tzelnic

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