Write for us

We welcome considered pitches about sport as a place, practice or shared part of life. A useful proposal starts with a clear question and shows what a reader might notice differently after reading it.

What to propose

We are interested in original ideas about participation, sporting places, movement, equipment and rituals. A pitch might explain an unfamiliar feature, compare two ways of taking part, trace a custom or offer a grounded guide to a sporting occasion. Keep the focus specific and evergreen where possible.

A strong pitch

Tell us the working idea, its central question, the category it fits and why it suits Active News Dispatch. Include a brief outline of the angle and the kind of material you would use. We value clear thinking, careful distinctions and a voice that is attentive without becoming breathless.

How to send it

Send proposals through the Contact page and choose the editorial enquiry option. Please pitch the idea rather than submitting a finished article unless we have invited one. A proposal is not a promise of publication, and we cannot guarantee a response time.