AP tennis writer Howard Fendrich dies at 55
#HowardFendrich #SportsJournalismHoward Fendrich, award-winning AP national sports writer and tennis expert, died at 55 after covering 11 Olympics and 70 Grand Slams. Known for detail-rich prose, he was praised by Roger Federer as a constant presence in tennis. read more
NFL Reporter Resigns After Photos with Coach Spark Ethics Scandal
#SportsJournalism #NFLControversyNFL reporter Dianna Russini resigned from The Athletic after photos showed her embracing Patriots coach Mike Vrabel at an Arizona resort. The images raised ethical questions, prompting an internal investigation. Vrabel remains coach as the league reviews the situation. read more
Gilgeous-Alexander Leads MVP Race in Revealed Ballot
#NBAAwards #SportsJournalismTim Bontemps reveals his 2026 NBA awards ballot. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is his MVP, Victor Wembanyama wins Defensive Player, and Cooper Flagg edges Kon Knueppel for Rookie of the Year. The ballot follows the NBA's exception for Doncic and Cunningham. read more
Athletic Reopens Probe Into Reporters NFL Coach Ties
#SportsJournalism #NFLThe Athletic is reinvestigating reporter Dianna Russini's relationship with Patriots coach Mike Vrabel after photos showed them together at a resort. The outlet says her coverage and their ties are under review, and she will not report during the probe. read more