Resumen

The project "Approach to the social reality of alternative sports in Ibagué. Exploration from a journalistic reflection ", tells the historical journey of alternative sports in Ibague such as skateboarding, bmx freestyle, ultimate, rugby, longboarding, among others, through a news report and a graphic report. Three aspects that are considered fundamental, such as competitions, sports level and number of practitioners, were taken as reference. Likewise, the participation and testimonies of the characters directly involved in the development of the disciplines, the so-called "old guard" were also taken into account. Finally, the project closes with a reflection on the coverage and interest in alternative disciplines from some media and journalists in the region recognized in the sports field.