Sports

While gender-based representation of Olympic athletes has been equal in terms of screen time for years and at times even underrepresent men, women’s sports are still framed in such a way as to promote hegemonic masculinity.

An experienced play-by-play announcer, Ethan Eibe is the catalyst behind the Orange and Blue Sports Network, which provides livestreams and archives of student play-by-play of Gator sports and podcasts.

By Hanna Hill, Professional Master’s student Hanna Hill was one of 15 students who participated in the Globalizing American Sports study-abroad program from the University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications, held Nov. 1-6, 2023 in Frankfurt, Germany. To read other stories from the program, visit here. I have always been passionate…

"College is already a period of expansion, exploration, and empowerment. Studying abroad will only catalyze that process."

"This trip made me realize that I have never been more sure of pursuing a career in the world of sports."

"From interviewing and interacting with fans outside of the stadium and in the city square, I gained a new global perspective on expanding American football overseas."

"The friendships and lessons I learned are irreplaceable and I’m excited to further tell my experience to future students so that they might one day participate in a study abroad like this one!"

"The NFL game in Frankfurt wasn't just about touchdowns and tackles. It was a celebration of unity and shared passion, reminding me that despite our differences, the love for sports is a universal language that brings us all together."

"This study-abroad course was more than just the trip. I learned. I made new friends. But most of all, I made memories that I will never forget."

"During this learning experience, my global perspective had grown even more, as I was able to understand how the German culture works."

"This experience has provided valuable insights into the global dimensions of American sports and the intricate workings of the NFL from a business perspective."

"Nothing reinforced my excitement for the trip to Germany than to see the electric energy that consumed the entire building. I became eager to experience a game in a foreign country."