Travis J. Lazarczyk
Waterville,NM
Summary
Experienced sports writer with 25 years experience writing features and columns on a wide range of topics. Experienced with writing detailed and engaging sports content that informs and entertains readers. Utilizes deep knowledge of sports and journalistic techniques to create impactful stories. Track record of consistently meeting deadlines while maintaining high-quality reporting and analysis.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Sports Writer
Maine Trust For Local News
07.2000 - Current
Write columns, features, breaking news, and game stories for Maine Trust For Local News (Portland Press Herald, Morning Sentinel, Kennebec Journal, Lewiston Sun Journal, and Brunswick Times Record). Beats include University of Maine, Portland Sea Dogs, and high school sports.
General Assignment Reporter
The Berlin Reporter
May 99 - 06.2000
Covered sports, Coos County Superior Court, White Mountain National Forest, police beat, local government, and 2000 Presidential primary.
Education
B.A. - English
University Of Maine
Orono, ME05.1995
Skills
- Writing
- Interviewing
- Statistical analysis
- Research
- Source building
- Teamwork
- Deadline management
Awards
2019, 2021 National Sports Media Association Maine Sports Writer of the Year.
Won numerous awards from Associated Press Sports Editors and Maine Press Association for writing, most recently top sports column from Maine Press Association in 2024
Story "Coaching Buddies" selected as Notable Sports Writing of 2008 in Best American Sports Writing 2009.
Timeline
Sports Writer
Maine Trust For Local News
07.2000 - Current
General Assignment Reporter
The Berlin Reporter
May 99 - 06.2000
B.A. - English
University Of Maine
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