📝 Editorial Guidelines
At TrendyinUS, we take pride in delivering accurate, timely, and engaging sports journalism. These Editorial Guidelines outline the standards we uphold in reporting, writing, editing, and publishing sports news across all our platforms.
Our mission is to inform, inspire, and ignite conversation in the world of sports—while remaining honest, fair, and transparent.
🎯 Our Editorial Mission
We strive to:
- Deliver fast, factual, and relevant sports news every day
- Promote sportsmanship and fairness in coverage
- Represent diverse voices, teams, and athletes
- Educate and entertain through thoughtful sports commentary
🏆 Core Principles
| Principle | Our Commitment |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | Every article is fact-checked before publication. |
| Transparency | We disclose sources, affiliations, and any conflicts of interest. |
| Impartiality | We report fairly on all teams, athletes, and organizations. |
| Timeliness | We publish news rapidly but never at the cost of accuracy or ethics. |
| Accountability | We correct errors swiftly and publicly. |
🧾 Content Types We Publish
- Breaking Sports News
- Live Match Coverage & Recaps
- Player & Team Profiles
- Stats & Data-Driven Analysis
- Interviews & Expert Opinions
- Sports Culture & Trends
- Event Previews & Predictions
- Editorial Columns and Opinion Pieces
All content goes through at least one editorial review for factual accuracy, clarity, grammar, and adherence to our brand tone.
🔍 Fact-Checking Process
We have a dedicated editorial team that ensures all facts, stats, and quotes are accurate. Our Fact-Checking Policy includes:
- Verifying sports stats with official league sources (e.g., NBA, NFL, MLB, WNBA)
- Attributing all quotes and third-party information
- Avoiding speculation unless clearly stated as analysis or opinion
- Updating outdated or incorrect information immediately
📸 Sourcing and Attribution
- We credit images, statistics, and reports to original creators or agencies.
- We use only licensed, royalty-free, or original media.
- Quotes from interviews or press conferences are clearly attributed.
🗣️ Opinion Content
Editorials, opinion pieces, and commentary are:
- Clearly labeled as opinion
- Based on sound analysis and insight
- Distinct from news reporting
🚫 Plagiarism and AI Usage
Plagiarism of any kind is strictly prohibited. All articles are:
- Original or properly attributed
- Reviewed using anti-plagiarism tools
- AI-assisted content (when used) is reviewed and edited by a human journalist
🤝 Corrections Policy
We believe in owning our mistakes. If we publish inaccurate information, we will:
- Correct it promptly
- Add a correction note with date/time
- Inform readers of significant changes
Submit corrections to: shariarehasin@gmail.com
🔐 Independence and Ethics
We maintain editorial independence from advertisers, sponsors, and partners. Editorial content is never influenced by commercial relationships.
We follow the principles of the DNPA Code of Ethics, and our writers agree to uphold:
- No conflicts of interest
- No promotional content disguised as editorial
- Strict adherence to journalistic ethics
📜 Read our DNPA Code of Ethics
🌐 Source Hierarchy
We prioritize credible and authoritative sources, such as:
| Source Type | Examples |
|---|---|
| Official Leagues | NBA.com, MLB.com, NFL.com, WNBA.com |
| Reputable News Agencies | Reuters, ESPN, Associated Press, The Athletic |
| Verified Social Accounts | Players, Teams, Coaches (verified) |
| In-Person Reporting | Interviews, press conferences, official game coverage |
👥 Our Editorial Team
Our team is composed of seasoned sportswriters, editors, analysts, and freelancers who bring expertise and passion to each piece. Every writer follows this editorial policy and receives ongoing training in journalistic standards and responsible publishing.
💬 Feedback & Questions
We value our readers’ input. If you have feedback, questions, or spot an issue with our coverage, reach out to:
📧 shariarehasin@gmail.com
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