Orlando City SC’s Post

As an Athletic Director, summer is a time of opportunity, not rest. This time of year is about unlocking the gym, updating facilities, and investing in our athletes and coaches. It's a time to enhance our program and set the stage for future success. The goal is to make the summer better than the last for our athletic community! #AthleticDirector #SummerOpportunities #FacilityManagement #AthleteDevelopment #CoachingGrowth #ProgramEnhancement #SportsLeadership

Check out this article from Neumann University summarizing my experience in Las Vegas with Living Sport!

Thanks to the whole team for a great summer! This experience was really engaging and worthwhile for my future endeavors in sports analytics! Definitely recommend as an internship for students interested in sports analytics and data science! #sportsanalytics #datascience #statistics #internshup #opportunity

In 2019, I had the incredible opportunity to work with the New York Mets organization for a season. I want to emphasize that for anyone aspiring to work in sports, it is not an easy path, and relationships truly matter. Whether it's with your supervisor or your coworkers, never underestimate the value of these connections. I have a deep appreciation for two individuals, Jenn and John, who have had a significant impact on me. They have shown me that having a full-time job in sports is not just about the title or the paycheck, but it's about the passion and dedication they bring to their roles. Jenn, who works as a high school math and special education teacher, has managed to make it work with her job at the Mets for the past 10 years. Similarly, John, who has been with the organization for 12 years, balances his full-time job as a head varsity basketball coach at St. John's Preparatory School alongside his role with the Mets. What these two remarkable individuals have in common is their passion for empowering others and their exemplary leadership skills. Even to this day, I can relate to them both professionally and personally. Jenn's role as an educator and her dedication to special needs students resonates with me, while John's coaching expertise and commitment to his players inspire me. The lesson here is that for those who aspire to have a full-time job in the sports industry, it's important not to get your hopes up too high and to be prepared to put in extra effort. Sometimes, fulfilling your dreams may involve juggling multiple jobs. But trust me, the more effort you put into life, the more fulfilling it will be. So keep up the hard work and never lose sight of your goals. And of course, it's always a great feeling when you can make it back to a game and catch up with old colleagues in person.

A year ago today, as an intern at Wasserman Media Group, I found myself in a fireside chat with golf executives when the news of the LIV Golf and PGA Tour merger broke. The announcement sent shockwaves across social media, igniting a pandemonium of predictions that these two giants of the men’s professional game would remain at odds. Today, the divide remains evident, highlighted by the contrasting spectacles of the PGA Tour’s Memorial Tournament in Ohio and LIV Golf’s Houston event. As an Entry-level DE&I Cultural Strategist, I’ve observed firsthand the challenges and missed opportunities in bridging such divides. The ongoing stalemate underscores the complexities of merging not just organizations but cultures and visions. Personal Take 👩🏾💻 ⛳ : To create a more inclusive framework for the merger, my approach would focus on integrating the core values and strengths of both organizations. This means fostering a culture of open dialogue and mutual respect, where diverse perspectives are not just heard but actively integrated into decision-making processes. By leveraging DE&I principles, we can build a unified vision that honors the rich histories of both the PGA Tour and LIV Golf while paving the way for a new era of innovation and inclusivity in the sport. In this new era, we would create joint events that celebrate diversity, implement shared governance structures, and develop community engagement initiatives that reflect our commitment to inclusion. Together, we can turn this period of contention into a powerful example of how the sports industry can lead to unity and cultural transformation. #DEI #DiversityAndInclusion #CulturalStrategy #GolfIndustry #LIVGolf #PGATour #GolfMerger #SportsLeadership #InclusiveFramework #GolfInnovation #ProfessionalGolf #SportsManagement #GolfCommunity #UnifiedVision #GolfCulture #SportsDiversity #GolfEvents #InclusiveGolf #SportsIndustry #CulturalTransformation

The Olympics bring tremendous sports achievement and inspiration! But did you know... there's an extensive network of sports industries that support all types of athletes, teams and leagues, everyday? Many of today's sports executives hail from Gettysburg College. And networking, through the Gettysburg Network, is all about teamwork—on their "Path to the Pros." Check out my first feature article for Gettysburg College magazine, in their new summer issue: https://lnkd.in/eYYYGQuR

Always a useful reminder and even more so in turbulent times.

Learn how to use your love of sports to join a billion dollar industry. ⚽️🏀🏈 Check out our free sports career guide to learn more: https://lnkd.in/eDfBiSwE #sportscareer #sportsmanagement #globalsports

Teaching Professionals: What if your players could pursue an industry-specific certificate program for a fraction of the cost of a traditional 4-year university program? With the CRSM Certificate Program you can! This introduction to a career in racquet sports is ideal for recent high school graduates, and more information can be found here: McMahonCareers.com/crsm

🥇 The values celebrated at this year’s Olympics—excellence, respect, and friendship—are what we also have seen guiding athletes like now-retired Michael Phelps, who devoted an average of five to six hours a day in the pool and won 28 gold medals over his career. 💪 These values, strengthened by a strong message of unity, extend beyond sport and have valuable applications in marketing. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eu-9QTW4 PS. If haven't checked out our newsletter, subscribe here to get the next issue! → https://lnkd.in/gRKcxtA5