"A collection of essays about the intersection of sports, race, and the media in the 20th century and beyond"--

Race in Sports Media Coverage looks at how and why athletes of color are covered much differently than their white counterparts. Breaking down stereotypes and c

Chronicles the story of Jackie Robinson's first spring training during 1946, a time when America was struggling with racism and segregation, as well as with the

"This book explores the multifaceted segment of sport communication. This text presents a standard framework that introduces readers to the many ways in which i

Babe Ruth was 40 and flabby in 1935. His days as a strapping, fearsome home run hitter were behind him. Baseball had flourished into big business through Ruth's