Text 1. Careers in sports

Sports related careers are aspired by a huge number of people who are skilled and talented in some type of sport. There are a number of careers related to the various sports. Not only the sports persons or players can make a career in this very field, but also, the coaches, umpires, referees, physiotherapists etc. However, like the entertainment industry, the rate of success in this field entirely depends on the skill of the professionals. The tasks of the professionals in sports related careers depend on the role and job type. The athletes, coaches, umpires, doctors, all have different tasks to perform.

The athletes are the key aspect of these careers. They are required to practice and perform (play) thoroughly. They are supposed to obey their coaches and trainers for better results.

The coaches train and teach the players various tactics and techniques to win. They make them practice and help them to enhance their physical stamina. They induce unity and sportsmanship within the players. The coaches hold major part of the responsibility of the victory or defeat of the team.

Umpires (referees) are present on the ground along with the competing teams. They keep a keen observation on the players and declare decisions like dismissals, winning points, faults, fines, penalties etc. They play a crucial role in keeping the players in discipline and ensuring a fair play.

Doctors, physiotherapists and remaining medical team assist and accompany the players at all venues and locations. They provide immediate help to the players in case of injuries, bruises, cramps, muscle-pulls etc.

Team managers, board members are the professionals who take care of the official work and arrangements of the team, coaches and other assistances. They organize and schedule various events and leagues. They handle the department of hiring and firing the players and other professionals. They even take care of the profits and losses of the boards, leagues or business of the same.

Commentators are the professionals who give a live or recorded description of the sports events that are taking place, or which have already occurred. Their task is to give a vivid elaboration of all the action that took place in the game.