Game Changers

STUDENT VIEW: Mesha O’Neal’s Eventful Path

STUDENT VIEW: Mesha O’Neal’s Eventful Path

My introduction into the sports industry came on my 21st birthday in the pressbox of Neyland Stadium. One week prior, I emailed every public relations professional in the city of Knoxville and only one replied. Tom Satkowiak of the University of Tennessee’s Media Relations department replied and offered me a position to volunteer within the department to gain experience in the sports industry.

STUDENT VIEW: The Importance of Building Bridges

STUDENT VIEW: The Importance of Building Bridges

Having the opportunity to attend an amazing event such as the Pro Scouting School this summer was an experience. Reflecting back on the few months prior to me boarding my flight back to Charlotte from the Pro Scouting School, I told myself I was not going to this event.

Student View: Diamond Smith at NACDA

Student View: Diamond Smith at NACDA

Thanks to the Winning Edge, I recently had the privilege of traveling to Dallas, TX to attend the 2016 NACDA Convention. NADCA (National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics) is the premier conference for anyone who currently works or has a strong interest in collegiate athletics.