WORLDWIDEWEST originated from a blend of factual, light-hearted humor with sports as our foundation, utilizing pop culture as our illustrative tool while addressing global topics. Our passion for WORLDWIDEWEST stems from the unifying nature of sports, which connects people around the world, and it is our privilege to share this enthusiasm. We focus on writing and producing video content that engages with the subjects at hand.
Located in Miami, Florida, we are dedicated to producing content that is both precise and impartial. Our efforts are guided by thorough research and a commitment to reflecting the WORLDWIDEWEST lifestyle.
We recognize the importance of our audience and strive to exceed the standards of a typical website. Our coverage includes recaps of significant games with a special emphasis on South Florida teams, while also exploring relevant storylines and trends. In 2007, Oklahoma State football coach Mike Gundy famously advised a reporter to “get your facts straight.” We not only ensure our facts are accurate but also incorporate our opinions and make predictions about game outcomes and season performances.
Our weekly post titled “Dolphins Make Me Cry” exemplifies how we integrate pop culture into our writing, drawing inspiration from the lyrics of a Hootie & the Blowfish song.
Author: West Lamy
Presently my passport requires no photograph. Experienced play-by-play announcer and multimedia sports journalist with years of producing and covering sports. WORLDWIDEWEST is a journey; in this journey my feet don’t get blisters, but my shoes do.
Everyone’s story begins somewhere. I have not let the disadvantages I have, such as being a black male from a poor background make me a spectator. Rather, this has intensified my drive to become an influential figure in academics and life. I have not let these disadvantages limit me. I was born and raised in Miami, Florida. I am a first-generation college graduate of Haitian descent.
To paraphrase Cecil B. DeMille, “[Sports] is a drug I cannot live without.” To be a journalist, you have to be interested in the outside world. I came to this conclusion when my world instantly expanded from local basketball courts to a global culture when I was introduced to 60 Minutes. This television newsmagazine radically altered my views on global issues and sparked my interest on the unique style of report-centered investigations. I was most intrigued with the late pioneering African-American journalist Ed Bradley.
As a columnist, I will also have the chance to bring the personal experiences of underrepresented students and people of color into the realm of writing and play-by-play announcing. I will be able to make contributions to my field both through my research and outreach to students. I am committed to mentoring and sharing my knowledge with students, particularly people of color and those from underprivileged groups. Furthermore, I am acutely aware about the world of media and broadcast journalism being challenging yet rewarding, requiring one to break barriers and research issues about which we are passionate. I look forward to these challenges with much zeal.