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When I graduated from high school, my career goals were unclear. I didn’t have a job in mind. But there was one area where my passions lied: sports.
I love dissecting the ins and outs of teams, following rising new powerhouses and record-setting new athletes. Sports journalism allowed my career and passions to intertwine.
So, hello!
My name is Jacob Shondel, the new high school sports reporter for The Times-Reporter. I am excited to learn more about your community in the world of high school athletics. But first, a little about me.
I grew up in Akron and attended Coventry High School where I bowled and ran track. This is where my love for sports blossomed. An avid fan of Cleveland teams — yes, even the Browns — I was often the first to break sports news to my friends and family. I have always had the talent for remembering random statistics or fun facts, which I love, including in my writing.
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I attended Kent State University, where I majored in journalism. During my time with The Kent Stater (Kent State’s student media), I covered a multitude of sports as Sports Editor. I wrote about lacrosse, soccer, baseball, football and basketball. I covered numerous Mid-American Conference Tournaments, including the 2022-23 Kent State men’s basketball team and their NCAA Tournament appearance, where they lost to Indiana.
I was also fortunate enough to report on the 2023-24 women’s basketball team, who made the NCAA Tournament for the first time in 22 years. I traveled to the University of Notre Dame, where I sat courtside in a full, energetic arena. Although they lost to the Fighting Irish, this experience is one of my favorite memories from my time at Kent State. During my final year, I interned with the Akron Beacon Journal covering the men’s and women’s basketball teams.
Working in sports journalism allows me not to just enjoy sports as a viewer. Through conversations and relationships with coaches and players, I have the opportunity to share the bigger picture.
I look forward to being in your community, sharing your stories and experiencing the Dover-New Philadelphia rivalry for the first time. When you see me on the sidelines, say hello! And don’t be afraid to share the name of your favorite local pizza spot.
This article originally appeared on The Times-Reporter: High school sports reporter, Jacob Shondel joins The Times-Reporter
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I love dissecting the ins and outs of teams, following rising new powerhouses and record-setting new athletes. Sports journalism allowed my career and passions to intertwine.
So, hello!
My name is Jacob Shondel, the new high school sports reporter for The Times-Reporter. I am excited to learn more about your community in the world of high school athletics. But first, a little about me.
I grew up in Akron and attended Coventry High School where I bowled and ran track. This is where my love for sports blossomed. An avid fan of Cleveland teams — yes, even the Browns — I was often the first to break sports news to my friends and family. I have always had the talent for remembering random statistics or fun facts, which I love, including in my writing.
Coming off a title | Dover softball set for state encore in 2026
Founding commissioner | Curt Hamilton named founding commissioner of Northeast Senate League
I attended Kent State University, where I majored in journalism. During my time with The Kent Stater (Kent State’s student media), I covered a multitude of sports as Sports Editor. I wrote about lacrosse, soccer, baseball, football and basketball. I covered numerous Mid-American Conference Tournaments, including the 2022-23 Kent State men’s basketball team and their NCAA Tournament appearance, where they lost to Indiana.
I was also fortunate enough to report on the 2023-24 women’s basketball team, who made the NCAA Tournament for the first time in 22 years. I traveled to the University of Notre Dame, where I sat courtside in a full, energetic arena. Although they lost to the Fighting Irish, this experience is one of my favorite memories from my time at Kent State. During my final year, I interned with the Akron Beacon Journal covering the men’s and women’s basketball teams.
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Working in sports journalism allows me not to just enjoy sports as a viewer. Through conversations and relationships with coaches and players, I have the opportunity to share the bigger picture.
I look forward to being in your community, sharing your stories and experiencing the Dover-New Philadelphia rivalry for the first time. When you see me on the sidelines, say hello! And don’t be afraid to share the name of your favorite local pizza spot.
This article originally appeared on The Times-Reporter: High school sports reporter, Jacob Shondel joins The Times-Reporter
Continue reading...
