Gender Bias in Sports Journalism

What was the name of the American gold medalists who was the first-ever women to win?

• Simone Biles

• Tara Geraghty-Moats

• Jordan Chiles

• Katie Ledecky

Female journalists are more likely to be seen as credible sources

• True

• False

What is byline bias?

• Byline bias is when you see a byline and think, "Oh, it's that person again," and immediately start rolling your eyes, even though you haven't read the article yet.

• Byline bias is when the author has a weird name, and you automatically assume they're an alien trying to take over the world with their words.

• Byline bias is when your name is so long, it takes up half the page, making people judge your article before they even read it.

• Refers to conscious or unconscious bias a reader may have when encountering a name that is explicitly gendered on the authors byline

There are more male sports journalists than female sports journalists

• True

• False

Select the answer that makes the most sense according to the presentation:

These international findings confirm that sports journalism is

• “One of the most masculine journalistic universes”

• "basically a bunch of dudes yelling about balls."

• "basically a dudebro convention with deadlines."

Female sports journalists are a rarity in all countries of the world. According to a study by Nieland and Horky (2013), which analyzed _ newspapers in 22 countries

(a)  

What is hegemonic masculinity?

• Hegemonic masculinity is a psychological disorder characterized by excessive aggression and dominance.

• Hegemonic masculinity is a feminist theory that promotes gender equality and challenges traditional gender roles.

• Hegemonic masculinity is the unspoken rule that men should always order the biggest meal on the menu, even if they're not really hungry.

• Hegemonic masculinity emphasizes the gender-based differences between men and women.

How does gender bias in sports journalism manifest itself?

• A. Underrepresentation of female athletes: Female athletes often receive less coverage than their male counterparts, even in popular sports like soccer and basketball.

• B. Stereotypical portrayals of female athletes: Female athletes are often portrayed in a way that emphasizes their physical appearance or femininity rather than their athletic abilities.

• C. Dismissive or condescending language: Female athletes may be subjected to dismissive or condescending language, such as referring to them as "girls" or using infantilizing terms.

• D. All of the above

Which of the following is NOT a common example of gender bias in sports journalism?

• D. Ignoring or downplaying the achievements of female athletes.

• C. Providing extensive coverage of women's sports leagues and events.

• • B. Focusing on female athletes' physical appearance rather than their athletic abilities.

  
  

How does gender bias in sports journalism impact female athletes?

• A. It can lead to increased sponsorship deals and endorsement opportunities.

• B. It can help to promote positive body image and self-esteem.

• C. It can limit their visibility and recognition, hindering their career development.

• D. It can encourage fair and equitable treatment in sports media.