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Basketball Coach

Chicago, IL · On-site

$25 - $50/hr

... written and oral language in all aspects of professional interaction with students, their families ... Basketball/youth sports coaching experience (1 - 5 years minimum) required. Education Requirements:

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Basketball Coach

Buffalo Grove, IL · On-site

$25 - $50/hr

... written and oral language in all aspects of professional interaction with students, their families ... Basketball/youth sports coaching experience (1 - 5 years minimum) required. Education Requirements:

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Basketball Coach

Aurora, IL · On-site

$25 - $50/hr

... written and oral language in all aspects of professional interaction with students, their families ... Basketball/youth sports coaching experience (1 - 5 years minimum) required. Education Requirements:

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Basketball Coach

West Chicago, IL · On-site

$25 - $50/hr

... written and oral language in all aspects of professional interaction with students, their families ... Basketball/youth sports coaching experience (1 - 5 years minimum) required. Education Requirements:

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Basketball Coach

Wauconda, IL · On-site

$25 - $50/hr

... written and oral language in all aspects of professional interaction with students, their families ... Basketball/youth sports coaching experience (1 - 5 years minimum) required. Education Requirements:

Impact Kids

Basketball Coach

Chicago, IL · On-site

$25 - $50/hr

... written and oral language in all aspects of professional interaction with students, their families ... Basketball/youth sports coaching experience (1 - 5 years minimum) required. Education Requirements:

Impact Kids

Basketball Coach

West Chicago, IL · On-site

$40 - $60/hr

... written and oral language in all aspects of professional interaction with students, their families ... Basketball/youth sports coaching experience (1 - 5 years minimum) required. Education Requirements:

Impact Kids

Basketball Coach

Buffalo Grove, IL · On-site

$25 - $50/hr

... written and oral language in all aspects of professional interaction with students, their families ... Basketball/youth sports coaching experience (1 - 5 years minimum) required. Education Requirements:

Impact Kids

Basketball Coach

Aurora, IL · On-site

$30 - $50/hr

... written and oral language in all aspects of professional interaction with students, their families ... Basketball/youth sports coaching experience (1 - 5 years minimum) required. Education Requirements:

Impact Kids

Basketball Coach

Wauconda, IL · On-site

$25 - $50/hr

... written and oral language in all aspects of professional interaction with students, their families ... Basketball/youth sports coaching experience (1 - 5 years minimum) required. Education Requirements:

JCPRD

Basketball Referee

Shawnee, KS

... writing. Scheduling and shift assignments and work location may be changed at any time, as required by business necessity. Job Requirements * Participate in basketball and sports officiating ...

Ball Arena

Youth Basketball Coach

Denver, CO · On-site

$19.29/hr

Youth Basketball Business Unit: KSE Location: Denver, CO Reports To: Youth Basketball Director ... Ability to understand and carry out instructions given in written, oral, or diagram form * Ability ...

JCPRD

Basketball Referee

Shawnee, KS

... or in writing. Scheduling and shift assignments and work location may be changed at any time, as required by business necessity. * Participate in basketball and sports officiating, experience ...

JCPRD

Basketball Referee

Shawnee, KS · On-site

... writing. Scheduling and shift assignments and work location may be changed at any time, as required by business necessity. Job Requirements * Participate in basketball and sports officiating ...

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As of Jun 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for basketball writer in the United States is $24.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Basketball Writer, you need excellent writing, research, and analytical skills, combined with a deep knowledge of basketball and sports journalism. Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), social media platforms, and statistical analysis tools such as Synergy Sports or Basketball Reference is often required. Strong storytelling ability, attention to detail, and the capacity to work under tight deadlines help set candidates apart. These skills ensure compelling coverage, accurate reporting, and the ability to engage dedicated basketball audiences across multiple digital mediums.

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A Basketball Writer's daily responsibilities often include researching and reporting on basketball news, writing game recaps or opinion pieces, conducting interviews with players or coaches, and analyzing team or player performance. Many writers also manage social media updates, create multimedia content (such as podcasts or videos), and respond to reader feedback. Collaboration with editors, photographers, and other writers is common, especially when covering major games or events. This role requires keeping up with current basketball trends and producing timely, engaging content to stay relevant and informative for readers.

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A Basketball Writer is responsible for covering basketball-related topics, including game analysis, player performances, team news, and industry trends. They may work for media outlets, sports websites, or independently through blogs and social media. Their duties often include writing articles, conducting interviews, and providing insights on the sport. Strong knowledge of basketball, writing skills, and the ability to meet deadlines are essential for success in this role.

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Sixers Beat Writer, Sports

Sixers Beat Writer, Sports

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Philadelphia, PA • On-site

Full-time

Posted yesterday

Job description

Summary
The Philadelphia Inquirer is seeking an experienced basketball writer to cover the Philadelphia 76ers, one of five major professional sports teams in a city and region known for its passionate fan base.
What You will Do
  • The Sixers beat writer will report to a team/assignment editor and work with teammates, including other beat writers and nationally recognized columnists.
    You will serve as the Inquirer's eyes and ears at Xfinity Mobile Arena and the team facility in Camden, NJ, on players, coaches and key front office officials at practices and games, at home and on the road.
  • You will be vigilant and reactive to all Sixers breaking news, and be available to write news stories as they happen, including in real time in the Inquirer's live blog.
  • You will monitor Sixers topics trending on social media, as well as NBA and sports-adjacent story ideas that touch on business, fashion, culture, lifestyle and personality.
  • You will be an active participant in developing coverage strategy with the rest of the editorial team, including creating content (video, audio or written) on social media and various off-platform entities such as YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, etc.
  • You will serve as a front-facing sports personality, with the ability to discuss topics pertinent to the team on multiple Inquirer platforms, including video projects and podcasts.
  • You will be expected to build a local following, an audience who will engage with your content in any format - written, audio, video and social - to help promote Inquirer content across those landscapes.
  • The Sixers beat writer is expected to continue the Inquirer's long tradition of news breaking and in-depth storytelling while bringing a fresh and digital-first approach to the beat.
  • You will contribute to an inclusive and positive work environment.

Who We're looking for
  • The ideal candidate will be fully committed to a team-first ecosystem. This person is a dogged, thought-provoking interviewer who can recognize quickly what the story is but is someone patient enough to allow a story to develop when needed.
  • The Sixers beat writer comes with an established network of sources and contacts across sports but especially the NBA. He/she also is someone who can quickly build rapport and trust with new sources, has an effective gauge of Philadelphia's sports culture - especially the Sixers' rabid fan base - and will collaborate thoughtfully with editors and fellow writers to craft well-reported and researched stories.
  • Journalism experience is a requirement, and a familiarity with Philadelphia is an asset. Philadelphia has a long history of college and high school basketball excellence and a working knowledge of both is recommended.
  • The ideal candidate will be based in Philadelphia. Heavy travel in-season should be expected including split road trips with your beat partner.
  • You should deliver insightful stories in the offseason, especially during the slowest news weeks, with reporting and analysis that demonstrates to readers The Inquirer's expertise on the beat. We're looking for a reporter who brings an endless list of ideas to their beat, during the season and offseason.
  • You should also be a talented wordsmith and idea creator, working closely not only with your sport editor but with editors on other sports that fall within your knowledge wheelhouse. You should always be thinking about what's next for players, the team, the league, and what readers are looking forward to.
  • The ideal candidate must have at least 5 years of beat experience, covering high-level college or professional sports, including the NBA. He/she will have deep knowledge of sports' increasing influence on society and culture.
  • This is a highly competitive beat that requires a writer with a high motor. You and your beat partner will own all aspects of covering the team, on and off the field. You will be expected to break news, or react quickly to news and casual fan content.
  • The public-facing nature of this job requires a confident public speaker who can convene diverse audiences and lead discussions in creative and productive ways on camera. Further, this candidate will be an active participant on social media, helping produce written stories into social posts that stand on their own.

About Us.
The Philadelphia Inquirer is the media brand of record in Philadelphia and the region, and the largest news media organization in the state of Pennsylvania. A daily habit for almost 200 years, The Inquirer delivers Pulitzer Prize-winning news, sports, food, and lifestyle journalism multi-platform: Inquirer.com, Inquirer newspaper, e-editions, apps, newsletters, social, video, podcasts, and live events, generating 15M monthly impressions. Locally owned and headquartered in Philadelphia, no media brand is more deeply connected to the city or better understands what drives it. Our influence also extends across key drive markets, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, and New York, as well as to Philadelphia expats who live across the country and root for the Eagles, Phillies, Sixers, Flyers, Union and Philadelphia's college teams.
The Inquirer is an equal opportunity employer for all regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, and any other category protected by federal, state and/or local law.
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