High School Sports Reporter, Austin American-Statesman The Austin American-Statesman's high school ... Write high-interest trending briefs when they arise * Organize and send out weekly high school ...
High School Sports Reporter, Austin American-Statesman The Austin American-Statesman's high school ... Write high-interest trending briefs when they arise * Organize and send out weekly high school ...
Sports Instructor - Soccer
Pearland, TX · On-site
$18/hr
Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. QUALIFICATIONS To perform ... Must have flexible schedule to work evenings and weekends. * Must possess basic knowledge of sports.
Sports Instructor - Soccer
Pearland, TX · On-site
$18/hr
Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. QUALIFICATIONS To perform ... Must have flexible schedule to work evenings and weekends. * Must possess basic knowledge of sports.
Sports Director-Semones YMCA
Dallas, TX · On-site
$51K - $54K/yr
Evening and weekend hours as assigned. * This position will typically work 32-36 Saturdays a year ... Must be able to speak and write clearly and articulate accurate information. * The incumbent will ...
Sports Director-Semones YMCA
Dallas, TX · On-site
$51K - $54K/yr
Evening and weekend hours as assigned. * This position will typically work 32-36 Saturdays a year ... Must be able to speak and write clearly and articulate accurate information. * The incumbent will ...
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed ... This is not a written or implied contract.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed ... This is not a written or implied contract.
Writes and delivers sports stories in a clear and concise manner * Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating sports programming and other content * Responds to breaking sports ...
Writes and delivers sports stories in a clear and concise manner * Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating sports programming and other content * Responds to breaking sports ...
Writes and delivers sports stories in a clear and concise manner * Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating sports programming and other content * Responds to breaking sports ...
Writes and delivers sports stories in a clear and concise manner * Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating sports programming and other content * Responds to breaking sports ...
Reporter I, Sports
San Angelo, TX · On-site
Writes and delivers sports stories in a clear and concise manner * Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating sports programming and other content * Responds to breaking sports ...
Reporter I, Sports
San Angelo, TX · On-site
Writes and delivers sports stories in a clear and concise manner * Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating sports programming and other content * Responds to breaking sports ...
Reporter I, Sports
San Angelo, TX · On-site
Writes and delivers sports stories in a clear and concise manner * Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating sports programming and other content * Responds to breaking sports ...
Reporter I, Sports
San Angelo, TX · On-site
Writes and delivers sports stories in a clear and concise manner * Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating sports programming and other content * Responds to breaking sports ...
Writes and delivers sports stories in a clear and concise manner * Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating sports programming and other content * Responds to breaking sports ...
Writes and delivers sports stories in a clear and concise manner * Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating sports programming and other content * Responds to breaking sports ...
Associate Sports Director - Semones YMCA
Dallas, TX · On-site
$47K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Evening and weekend hours as assigned. * Candidates should have experience in Physical Education ... Must be able to speak and write clearly and articulate accurate information. * The incumbent will ...
Associate Sports Director - Semones YMCA
Dallas, TX · On-site
$47K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Evening and weekend hours as assigned. * Candidates should have experience in Physical Education ... Must be able to speak and write clearly and articulate accurate information. * The incumbent will ...
Sports Reporter/Anchor
Abilene, TX · On-site
Writes and delivers sports stories in a clear and concise manner * Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating sports programming and other content * Responds to breaking sports ...
Sports Reporter/Anchor
Abilene, TX · On-site
Writes and delivers sports stories in a clear and concise manner * Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating sports programming and other content * Responds to breaking sports ...
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills; * Proficiency in Microsoft ... Must be available weekends and evenings and be on call as required. Physical Demands This position ...
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills; * Proficiency in Microsoft ... Must be available weekends and evenings and be on call as required. Physical Demands This position ...
Physical Therapist (P.T.) Sports Medicine PRN
Fort Worth, TX · On-site
$1.5K - $2.0K/wk
Medical
Retirement
PRN/As Needed, Variable Days, Monday-Friday, (7AM-6PM), no weekends. Sports Medicine department ... Good verbal and written communication skills in English. Problem-solving ability, Ability to teach ...
Physical Therapist (P.T.) Sports Medicine PRN
Fort Worth, TX · On-site
$1.5K - $2.0K/wk
Medical
Retirement
PRN/As Needed, Variable Days, Monday-Friday, (7AM-6PM), no weekends. Sports Medicine department ... Good verbal and written communication skills in English. Problem-solving ability, Ability to teach ...
Host - Sports & Social Arlington
$12.50 - $17/hr
Reading and writing abilities are frequently utilized, often when recording and reviewing ... May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays. The Host position requires the ability ...
Host - Sports & Social Arlington
$12.50 - $17/hr
Reading and writing abilities are frequently utilized, often when recording and reviewing ... May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays. The Host position requires the ability ...
Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when taking orders, completing paperwork, etc ... May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays. The Barback position requires the ...
Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when taking orders, completing paperwork, etc ... May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays. The Barback position requires the ...
The Sports Official is responsible and willing to uphold the Sports Official Code of Conduct and enforce the rules of play. He/She is the sole representative at many of the YMCA games, and is to take ...
The Sports Official is responsible and willing to uphold the Sports Official Code of Conduct and enforce the rules of play. He/She is the sole representative at many of the YMCA games, and is to take ...
Sports Aide, Sports Official
Waxahachie, TX · On-site
$14.50 - $20/hr
The Sports Official is responsible and willing to uphold the Sports Official Code of Conduct and enforce the rules of play. He/She is the sole representative at many of the YMCA games, and is to take ...
Sports Aide, Sports Official
Waxahachie, TX · On-site
$14.50 - $20/hr
The Sports Official is responsible and willing to uphold the Sports Official Code of Conduct and enforce the rules of play. He/She is the sole representative at many of the YMCA games, and is to take ...
Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when taking orders, completing paperwork, etc ... May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays. The Barback position requires the ...
Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when taking orders, completing paperwork, etc ... May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays. The Barback position requires the ...
Host - Sports & Social Arlington
Arlington, TX · On-site
$12.50 - $17/hr
Reading and writing abilities are frequently utilized, often when recording and reviewing ... May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays. The Host position requires the ability ...
Host - Sports & Social Arlington
Arlington, TX · On-site
$12.50 - $17/hr
Reading and writing abilities are frequently utilized, often when recording and reviewing ... May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays. The Host position requires the ability ...
Cashier - Sports & Social Arlington
$10.50 - $14.50/hr
Reading and writing abilities are frequently utilized, often when recording and reviewing guest ... May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.
Cashier - Sports & Social Arlington
$10.50 - $14.50/hr
Reading and writing abilities are frequently utilized, often when recording and reviewing guest ... May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.
Weekend Sports Writer information
See Texas salary details
$5.07 - $8.03
9% of jobs
$8.03 - $10.99
11% of jobs
$11.81 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$10.99 - $13.95
21% of jobs
The median wage is $15.11 / hr.
$13.95 - $16.91
24% of jobs
$19.26 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$16.91 - $19.87
13% of jobs
$19.87 - $22.83
12% of jobs
$22.83 - $25.79
2% of jobs
$25.79 - $28.75
2% of jobs
$28.75 - $31.71
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$31.71 - $34.67
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$34.67 - $37.63
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How much do weekend sports writer jobs pay per hour?
As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend sports writer in Texas is $17.76, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.42 and $21.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is the difference between Weekend Sports Writer vs Part-Time Sports Journalist?
| Aspect | Weekend Sports Writer | Part-Time Sports Journalist |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Typically requires a journalism degree or writing experience | Similar credentials, often with additional reporting skills |
| Work Environment | Freelance or contract work, often from home or remote | In-office or on-site at media outlets, with reporting duties |
| Industry Usage | Common in online media, blogs, and local publications | Used by newspapers, TV stations, and online news platforms |
Both roles involve sports writing, but Weekend Sports Writers often focus on freelance or part-time work, primarily creating content for online or local outlets during weekends. Part-Time Sports Journalists may have more reporting responsibilities and work within established media organizations. The key difference lies in the scope of duties and work setting, though both require strong sports knowledge and writing skills.
What are the most commonly searched types of Sports Writer jobs in Texas?
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Job description
High School Sports Reporter, Austin American-Statesman
The Austin American-Statesman's high school sports reporters are versatile and high-impact journalists. Intense intention is paid to football, softball, baseball and basketball, with an emphasis on storytelling, breaking news and responding to reader interests. This position is expected to cover games, break news, file FOIA requests to uncover the innerworkings of the UIL and tell stories of the children and families that make Central Texas sports special.
What will you do?
Help cover Texas high school sports with a focus on football, basketball and baseball, but helping in other sports areas as well
Take lead on enterprise topics and public records reporting related to the UIL. We expect novel reporting (either document dives or features) to come monthly in this role.
Monitor UIL violations and recruiting news for the dozens of schools in Central Texas. This means sourcing up coaches and families
Mesh on-court success/happenings with off-court developments (NIL, eligibility rules, coaches' compensation, etc.)
Provide rankings lists for the area's top teams and players in different sports
Write high-interest trending briefs when they arise
Organize and send out weekly high school newsletter
Shoot video and appear on camera for social media videos and other off-platform content; help build alternative story formats using our menu of options.
Track metrics to ensure we're putting our efforts into areas that engage with the audience.
What will it take to be successful?
The successful candidate will have experience and be comfortable covering a range of sports from track to basketball to softball.
Understanding of UIL transfer rules and familiarity with high school-college recruiting
Ability to obtain public records and source-build within the high school sports community.
Time management skills, multitasking skills and prioritization skills under tight deadlines and communication skills will be paramount.
3 or more years professional experience covering athletics
Experience working with video and with SEO. Experience working with data sets and data visualization.
Strong ability to use social media and KPIs to guide decision-making on story ideas and beat coverage
Familiarity with a range of sports and the ability to pinch-hit on certain beats with little notice
The Austin American-Statesman (statesman.com), a division of Hearst Newspapers, is the largest newspaper in Central Texas and one of the largest in the state. Acquired by the Hearst Corporation in 2025, the Statesman was founded in 1871, is an annual winner for different statewide or national awards including the Pulitzer Prize and most recently was a Pulitzer finalist for coverage of the Uvalde school shooting.
About Hearst Newspapers
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At HNP, we are investing in new and innovative ways to tell stories - growing newsrooms, diversifying tools, evolving platforms - to support the millions of people who trust us each month to help them make decisions, take action and be inspired.
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Headquarters location
New York, NY, US
Year founded
1887