Thursday, June 18, 2009
non linear approach
I'm planning on using the template that you have provided. The two stories I plan on expanding on are one on a transfer quarterback that has visited Towson. His name is Justin Roper and he is a quarterback from the University of Oregon. I've confimed with the head coach that he has visited, though he said he may not comment just yet (in a few days he said he would when it's official). But I'm going above coach Rob Ambrose and going straight to Roper for comment, hopefully soon. I know how to get at him, just have to have him on the record. I'm waiting to hear back if he's willing. The second story I have decided on is the Mike Hermann situation. I have spoken with Dr. Spaulding and Dr. Haller on how to go about obtaining his contract status and with the help of the state's Public Information Act, I'm going to President Caret's office to obtain the records. I got redirected many times throughout the day and have confirmed that Caret has the contract on file. Once I've seen the contract, I will then go to Hermann for comment as to whether he is in negotiations to return or get a comment for Caret about his plans. Maybe both, who knows. That's the plan.
recent news story: beat
http://www.towsontigers.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=21300&ATCLID=3753094
This fits in perfectly with me because I have covered the women's lacrosse team ever since I've been at Towson. I know they love hosting the event and do a great job with it. In a recent meeting I sat in on, it was disclosed that nearly thirty thousand fans attended the three games of the Final Four. That's a huge number. I know the team has high aspirations for next year and expects to be one of those final teams playing in the last few games in front of the home fans. Thhe team finished ranked in the top 15 at the end of the year, so their expectations aren't ridiculous by any stretch. Can't wait to see how they do.
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
slideshow
For my slideshow, I've chosen to do Eric Rhew, who works in athletic media relations at Towson. I'm also told that he's had Professor Atwater for broadcast journalism, but I have yet to hear how that turned out haha. The job of someone in media relations and being a sports information director is thankless, honestly, and a lot of what they do goes on behind the scenes. But to sports journalists me, guys like Eric are a godsend and it's best to get on their good side. Eric and I have a solid relationship and while he is usually the one publicizing the happenings of Towson sports, I'm about to return the favor and give him some well deserved recognition of his own.
video/show
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8sbt3Z7Alxs
This isn't the particular episode that was today. However, the editing techniques we used (or tried to, haha) and were shown can easily be seen with this clip. You can see the different angles and cutting back and forth between the panelists and this is a real skill to have. Obviously, I'm nowhere near that. But I like to think I'm at the very least getting better.
audio update: part 2
So the link is broken. Found out that I didnt save my work. Had to do it all over again, though still on Hanley. Updated link as soon as it's on the H drive forthcoming....
Saturday, June 13, 2009
audio update
Ryan Hanley isn't a star, but he may be the embodiment of the new attitude head coach Rob Ambrose is trying to impart in his first season as head coach. Hanley lost 45 pounds and made a position switch from offensive guard to fullback with the help of John Donatelli, the offensive line coach for Towson. Hear why he did it and what those around him are saying by checking out the story....
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