Product Description
by Jacob Wilson (Editor)
Sports encompass all competitive games and physical activities that involve casual or organized participation, skills and physical abilities. Some popular sports are soccer, cricket, hockey, tennis, basketball, golf, etc. To make a career in sports, one does not necessarily need to be a sportsperson. A number of job opportunities are available in these sports domains. A person interested in swimming can be a professional diver, swimmer or an instructor. Similarly in basketball, one can be a professional player and join the NBA or coach young players in the sport. Physical education instructors, physical therapists, sports and fitness nutritionists, sports psychologists and physicians, athletic directors, etc. are some of the other careers in the sports industry. People interested in sports writing and sports media may also choose careers such as sports news reporter, sportscaster, sports columnist, sports photographer, etc. This book outlines the various careers in popular sports in detail. Also included herein is a detailed explanation of the career curves of these professions. It is meant for students who are looking for an elaborate reference text on popular sports careers.
