George Vecsey to Aspiring Sports Journalists: Do Something Else

George Vecsey recently took a buyout from The New York Times, so he’s got some time on his hands. And with plenty of wisdom gained over the many years working in journalism, he’s a great source for insight into that world.

However, according to an interview he did with Bill Lucey, that world is dying. When Lucey asked what advice he would give to aspiring sports journalists, Vecsey replied, “Seriously? Minor in something else. This business is slipping.

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