SPORTS COLUMNS/LISTICLES...
SPORTS COLUMNS/LISTICLES...
Putting my thoughts out there for everyone to see has been one of the scariest yet rewarding things I have ever done.
Columns are only as strong as their reasoning, and it is something I strive to excel in with every piece I produce in the category. In an era of “hot takes”, I try to be bold in expressing my viewpoint, doing so with structure and well-vetted counterarguments. Along a similar line, listicles are an opportunity to package information in a fun and engaging way, maximizing a reader’s attention span.
HEAD COACH ERIC MORRIS SPEAKS PUBLICLY FOR FIRST TIME SINCE ACCEPTING OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY JOB
Eric Morris’ announcement to become the new head coach at Oklahoma State came at an unexpected point in the 2025 season, raising many questions surrounding his exit and the future of the program. In his first press conference following the announcement, I decided to write an article in a listicle format, breaking up important topics into sections so a reader could skim effectively.
SOUTH FLORIDA WILL BE THE BIGGEST REGULAR-SEASON GAME ON THE MEAN GREEN’S SCHEDULE
As the Mean Green entered their matchup with South Florida 5-0 on the year, the first time since 1959, conversation circulated about what winning, or even losing, the game could mean for the team’s historic season. I capitalized on that public intrigue by writing my take, while also building anticipation for the game itself.
The More You Know
What I’ve learned from column and listicle writing
To establish the argument or point early and often
To balance quantitative and qualitatuve evidence
How to turn thoughts into concrete statements