The Twinstripe Reporters

So here’s the pitch: 10-year-old twins, Carter and Cooper Thomas, felt like sports reporting was missing something - the perspective of kids who just love the game. So they took it into their own hands. Starting with a shared Google Doc to track Yankees scores and reactions, they turned it into game recaps, predictions, and commentary that fans actually wanted to follow.

They didn’t stop at posting scores. Their coverage includes:

• Game recaps with quick stats and key plays

• Shout-outs to players for highlight moments

• Predictions and fan commentary to spark conversation

Because their content comes from kids, for fans, the connection felt authentic. This wasn’t clout-chasing; it was passionate, community-centered sports reporting.

The topics they covered resonated:

• Celebrating clutch home runs and game-changing plays

• Reacting to wild trades, injuries, and lineup moves

• Sharing excitement before big matchups and series

They started getting DMs from followers saying, “I love your breakdowns!” and even earned attention from sports media outlets. Their goal summed it up: “We’re not trying to be viral. We’re just trying to keep it real. And fair.”

That powerful combination - clarity, consistency, and genuine love for the game - turned followers into a real fan community.

Powered by simple tools like Google Docs, Instagram Reels, and Canva, the twins proved you don’t need a press pass to report on what you love. You just need:

• A point of view

• A platform

• The guts to use both

🌟 Thrive Tip

Watch: @twinstripe_reporters on Instagram - follow for their kid-led game recaps, predictions, and unfiltered Yankees commentary.

Quote: “We’re not trying to be viral. We’re just trying to keep it real. And fair.” - Twinstripe Reporters

Why it matters: ✨ They turned their love of baseball into a platform built on trust, excitement, and connection. That’s meaningful storytelling in action.

✨ Start Today:

Step 1: Notice what no one’s talking about

What do fans want to see but never get? Fun game recaps, honest reactions, predictions? Start there.

Step 2: Make it clear and engaging

Sports reporting doesn’t have to sound like TV commentary. Use bullet points, photos, or quick takes to make it easy to follow.

Step 3: Build community, not clicks

Invite other fans to share predictions or celebrate wins together. That’s how trust grows - and why your content lasts.

💬 Your Turn:

What sport do you love most - and how could you be the one to tell its story?