Hi! I’m Lauren

I am a sports reporter with a passion for telling the stories behind the game. Currently, I am a sports reporting intern at The Philadelphia Inquirer, where I cover a variety of sports and athletes, from professional and collegiate competition to inspiring human-interest stories.

I recently earned my master’s degree in Magazine, News, and Digital Journalism with a Sports Media and Communications concentration from Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications in May 2026. I graduated magna cum laude from the University of Richmond with bachelor’s degrees in Journalism and Psychology in May 2025. As a former NCAA Division I golfer, I understand firsthand the dedication, resilience and community that sports create.

I truly believe the best sports stories go far beyond the final score and the wins and losses. I’m passionate about highlighting why sports matter to people and how they teach life lessons, bring communities together, and provide an escape from everyday life. Whether I’m covering a championship, profiling an adaptive athlete or sharing someone’s journey through sports, my goal is to tell meaningful stories that connect with readers and showcase the impact sports have on people’s lives.