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.
STUDENT VIEW: 2016 Winter X-Games in Aspen
On January 26th, I started my journey to the 2016 Winter X-Games in Aspen, Colorado. It was a memorable experience, something I will never forget. I met a lot of awesome people, ate really good food and I saw some epic tricks.
MENTOR VIEW: Living a Dream
STUDENT VIEW: My Experience as an Intern for CIAA
STUDENT VIEW: My Experience Working SEC and ACC Media Days
Let's Get To Work!
2015 Winning Edge Students
UGA Becomes First Internship Partner
Dr. Carla Williams has always been my role model. Her schedule as the University of Georgia Deputy Director of Athletics is demanding. I can’t even imagine the challenges that come along with being a top decision maker for a Division 1-A athletic association and a mother of 3 wonderful kids but somehow Carla Williams always manages to make each encounter that I have with her feel like a welcomed interruption to her mounting obligations.
ESPN's Spears Delivers Purposeful Message at Launch
Two year's ago I sat on a plane in Washington contemplating how I could bring a 3 on 3 basketball tournament, like the Spokane HoopFest, to Charlotte giving local students an opportunity to gain experience running a sporting event. I sat down with my mentor, who feeds me both physically and mentally, to share my idea.
The Beginning
Here We Are
We are told that whatever is put out on the internet is there forever. It can never be deleted. So I want to make the first first blog post one a good one because WE are going to change lives.
Two years ago I recognized my purpose. That is a big statement but it is true. If our paths have ever crossed you know I basically have been doing it already in some capacity.