By: Jill Odom On March 25, a small crowd turned out for the first ever Chalk Talk, which was presented by the Sports Management Club and IMG. Aaron Taylor acted as moderator and introduced the night’s four speakers composed of Eric Williamson, Chandra Rigby, Larry Blakeney and Sandy Atkins. Two of the speakers covered the business side of athletics while the coaches talked about their upcoming season. After each speaker, the audience was allowed to ask questions. Eric Williamson, who works for IMG, explained the company and their relationship with…
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Athletes and Politics
Athletes have special interests in what’s going on in the world today and have gotten involved by making bold statements. But should athletes be more vocal in politics to take a stand, or should they hold their tongues for their fan retention? Last year Michael Jordan threw a $3 million fundraiser for Obama, but, ironically, he was famously quoted in 1990 saying, “Republicans buy shoes, too.” In the 2004 major league season, Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Carlos Delgado did not stand for “God Bless America” during the 7th…
Read MoreDr. Miller Leadership Award
Faculty member Dr. John Miller received the Betty Van der Smissen Leadership Award from the Sport and Recreation Law Association (SRLA) for his leadership role here at Troy University. The award is presented annually to recognize a member of the organization for leadership and vision in the study of legal aspects of sports and physical activity. Dr. Miller has worked at Troy for two years as associate dean of the College of Health and Human Services. He has been a part SRLA for more than 20 years, and he…
Read MoreThe Future of Alumni Hall
Photo by: April Irvin Long-standing rumor holds that Troy University administrators have plans to renovate all-male dorm Alumni Hall “in the near future” by shutting down and renovating one wing at a time. Senior vice chancellor for advancement and external relations John Schmidt, however, has dispelled these rumors. “We recognize there are other needs,” he said in an interview about the new Newman Center dorms under construction. “There are a couple ideas being kicked around in regards to Alumni.” Schmidt said discussions had included possibilities of razing and reconstructing the…
Read MoreHead baseball coach Bobby Peirce won his 900th Career Victory
Head baseball coach Bobby Peirce won his 900th career victory over spring break by avoiding a series sweep against South Alabama. Coach Pierce said about his win: “900 is a number that says you’ve been coaching a long time” “It’s a number that says you’ve had a fairly success career, and for me it’s a team thing— it certainly is. None of this happens without your family’s support, university administration, assistant coaches and players.” Pierce is a native of Marianna, Fla. and started college at Troy in the…
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