Behind the words
Growing up, I was always passionate about football and wanted to combine it with my love for writing and storytelling. I’m currently in my second year at the University of Gloucestershire studying Sports Journalism and I’ve had an incredible start to my journey. Here I can share my work and have the opportunity to grow and develop as a writer, enjoy.
Blog Posts
The future is female: The young women looking to change the sports media industry for the better
Sport is a place for women too, it’s about time we show it. The lure of sport is hard to resist. It’s entertaining, it’s raw and athletes put so much work, emotion and time into one moment on the biggest stage. There are so many stories to tell, and I want to be able to…
Here’s the thing about being a woman working in the sports media…
Online abuse, being judged on your appearance and feeling unsafe at stadiums – it’s by no means a ‘glamorous job’ Live action, travelling up and down the country and across borders, interviewing the very best athletes and coaches, witnessing some of the greatest moments in sporting history – there is so much to love about…
They came and they conquered: The female sports journalists who paved the way
They were met with resistance and challenged at every corner, but their bravery and strength has shaped an entire industry.
Hannah Pinnock Sports Blog 