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• podcasts • videos • mentorship programs • resources from professional associations, companies, and government agencies The Getting Started series provides everything that you need to know about exploring careers while you’re in middle and high school. It also includes a wealth of information about dozens of occupations in each title, educational requirements, paying for school, and many other resources. If you’re looking for some great—and fun—ideas on how to learn more about a specific occupational area, you should check out this series. After trying out some of the suggested activities and learning more about sports occupations, you may be inspired to become a professional athlete, coach, umpire, statistician, sports therapist, or chief executive; start your own business; or enter one of dozens of other careers in the sports industry. So, what are you waiting for? Let’s begin exploring education and careers in sports.

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Getting Started: Careers in Sports