James Chittick

James Chittick

Sports Writer

James is an experienced UK-based sports journalist with five years in the industry. He has written news, features, and betting content across a wide range of sports, including elite football, Formula 1, and rugby, as well as a number of American sports, including the NFL.

What makes James Chittick an expert?

James started his career with Reach PLC, writing data-led sports stories as part of Reach’s award-winning data unit. His work was featured across Reach’s extensive network of sites, including the Daily Mirror, Manchester Evening News, Liverpool Echo, and Football.LDN.

He then moved into freelance work, writing for numerous sites, including SportsLens, SportsCasting, FootballBlog, and ReadManCity. With content ranging from breaking news and football transfer stories to in-depth analysis and long-read features, James covers a wide range of sports and provides expert insight.

James Chittick Expertise

Let’s dive in to James’s areas of expertise:

Formula 1

James has watched Formula 1 for as long as he can remember. Since the days of Michael Schumacher’s unbeatable Ferrari, he has been hooked on the sport. A McLaren fan from the days of Kimi Räikkönen and David Coulthard, he now just loves great racing.

Rugby Union

James started playing rugby as a 6-year-old and is still playing at a good level into his 30s. A Bath and England fan, he fell in love with the sport watching Jonny Wilkinson steer England to the World Cup in 2003.

FAQ

Why did you decide to become a sports journalist?
I love writing, and I love sports, so combining the two into one passion and getting paid to do it is a dream come true.
How do you research and verify the information in your articles?
I always check my sources and verify stats and information through official channels and competition pages; it’s better to be second and right than first and wrong when reporting.
What is most important for you when writing sports content?
For me, it’s being factual, informative, and easy to understand. Sports can be complex, so I always try to explain difficult information in simple ways to help the reader.
How do you stay up to date with sports and leagues you cover?
I am always refreshing results pages and league tables, and will watch any game that’s on TV when I can.
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