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What Type of People Are Interested in Sports Careers? People with many different interests can find sports careers that suit them. But if you’re unsure about your interest in athletics, answer the following statements to determine if a sports career is the best fit for you: • My favorite class is physical education, and I play on sports teams. • I compete in individual sports such as tennis, golf, gymnastics, and swimming. • I regularly watch sports broadcasts and go to sporting events. • I’m obsessed with sports statistics. • I like to write about sports. • I like being a leader, organizing things, and supervising the work of others. • I am interested in good nutrition, physical fitness, and engaging in other healthy activities. • I am interested in how products and services are marketed and advertised. • I am fascinated by human anatomy . • I have strong oral and written communication skills. • I think I’d like to start a business someday. If many of these statements describe you, then you should consider a career in athletics. But don’t be deterred if you didn’t answer yes to many of these statements. So many additional sports occupations exist that you are likely to find a great career that will match your skills and interests. In fact, this book provides information on more than 40 sports careers!

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Getting Started: Careers in Sports