Ryan Menzie
Verified- Freelance Sports Reporter, Los Angeles Daily News
- Contributor, Burbank Leader
Los Angeles, Sherman Oaks
As seen in:
Burbank Leader,
Los Angeles Daily News,
Sports Illustrated,
Miami Herald,
The Orange County Register,
The Charlotte Observer,
The Sacramento Bee,
Kansas City Star,
Lexington Herald-Leader,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
The News & Observer,
Tacoma News Tribune
and
Covers:
Sports. The bulk of my body of work is HS sports. Additionally, I have covered community college and professional sports as well.
Doesn't Cover:
I only cover sports but am open to cover anything else that I can help with.
Freelance Sports Reporter for @LaDailyNews / @outlooknews | #RavensFlock #LakersNation #DodgersNation
Interview
Who's your favorite fictional journalist?
Ron Burgundy
What does it mean to be a journalist?
It's one of the greatest joys in the world. It's hard to beat talking to athletes, coaches, staff, and even parents.
What's your favorite social network?
Twitter. It's the quickest source for sports information. Sometimes it even comes too fast.
Who do you wish followed you?
Athletes: Lamar Jackson or Tracy McGrady. Journalists: Eric Sondheimer
Why did you become a journalist?
A former teacher told me all broadcasters have a strong writing background. However, I ended up falling in love with writing.
What story are you most proud of writing or working on?
Recently I went to an Alyssa Thompson meet-and-greet. I was extremely nervous, but she was great to talk and work with.
What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?
Take whatever stories you can get your hands on. Become a great reader. Most importantly: never spell names wrong.
What's your favorite drink?
Nothing better than a cold glass of water
When you're not at a computer, where are you most likely to be?
In front of my TV watching something sports-related.
Aside from your own, what's your favorite publication to read?
The Athletic
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