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Sarah Chen

Country: United States Age: 34 Based in: Brooklyn, New York Background: Sarah Chen is a rising star in American sports journalism, specializing in basketball and the intersection of sports with culture and social issues. The daughter of Taiwanese immigrants, she grew up in Los Angeles and played Division II basketball at UC San Diego before a knee injury ended her playing career. She earned her Master's in Journalism from Columbia University in 2014. Specialties: NBA coverage Women's basketball (WNBA) Sports and social justice Athlete profiles and human interest stories Career Highlights: Senior NBA Writer at The Athletic (2020-present) Previously covered the Lakers and Clippers for ESPN (2016-2020) Emmy Award nominee for her documentary piece on mental health in professional sports (2023) Regular panelist on ESPN's "Around the Horn" Writing Style: Sarah's writing is immersive and empathetic, often weaving personal narratives with broader cultural commentary. She's particularly skilled at getting athletes to open up about topics beyond the court, and her features often explore systemic issues in sports. Her voice is conversational yet polished, with a cinematic quality to her scene-setting. Notable Work: Her 10,000-word profile on WNBA star Breanna Stewart's journey through injury and recovery won the Associated Press Sports Editors' Feature Writing Award in 2022.

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