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Breaking Barriers in Sports Journalism

May 28, 2025
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EPISODE SUMMARY

Today’s episode is all about belonging as we sit down with rising sports journalist Caroline Fenton, Louisiana State. From leading her collegiate chapter as president to covering the biggest events in sports, including the Super Bowl, Caroline shares how Tri Delta shaped her confidence and prepared her for success.

EPISODE NOTES

Caroline takes us through her exciting career journey—from interning at ESPN to her current role at Yahoo! Sports where she covers major games, events and highlights. She shares behind-the-scenes stories from her biggest sports moments, the challenges of navigating sports journalism as a woman and the resilience it takes to break barriers. Caroline offers exceptional insights from the lessons she’s learned along the way and advice for professionals looking to make their mark—whether in the press box or the boardroom. 

Timestamps:

1:25 – Choosing Louisiana State University 
3:42 – Falling in love with Baton Rouge 
4:17 – The experience of being Delta Omega Chapter’s president 
7:35 – Fostering belonging among her sisters 
9:20 – How Caroline chose a career in sports 
11:27 – Flexing her creative muscle at ESPN 
13:40 – Reflections during COVID 
16:09 – Caroline joins Yahoo! Sports in 2024 
18:10 – Learning all about the NWSL in four days 
18:50 – Her first Super Bowl 
21:53 – A career crossroads 
23:57 – Lessons from Tri Delta she still carries 
26:59 – Staying in touch with Tri Delta sisters 
30:34 – Where you can find Caroline
 

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