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Seth Wickersham discusses new book and sports journalism career

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Last updated Aug 3, 2026

Seth Wickersham discusses new book and sports journalism career
Summary

Seth Wickersham, a senior writer for ESPN, reflects on his career and announces the upcoming release of his book, "Be on That Hill: Stories from the Summits of Sport," set for September 15. The collection features 26 essays that highlight significant moments in sports. Wickersham has been a prominent sports journalist for 26 years, starting with ESPN The Magazine, and discusses his pride in covering stories like those of Sean Payton and Roger Goodell. His latest work emphasizes the authentic connections within sports amid societal issues.

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  • •Wickersham's book includes 26 essays reflecting on his career.
  • •The release date for the book is set for September 15.
  • •He has been with ESPN for 26 years, since 1999.
  • •Wickersham's notable stories include those on Sean Payton and Roger Goodell.
  • •The book addresses the challenges and authenticity of sports today.
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Seth Wickersham is living his dream. He wanted to be a long-form sports feature writer, and he has achieved that goal at the highest level. He has been with The Worldwide Leader in Sports for 26 years, since he began his career at ESPN The Magazine. Although the magazine went defunct in 2019, Wickersham has…

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