NCAA

At the Silver Waves Media Global NIL Conference in San Antonio during the Men’s Final Four, our Associate Director of NIL, Derrick Coles, took the stage to discuss the latest trends shaping the ever-evolving NIL landscape! 🏀 #MarchMadness #MFinalFour

🙌 Shoutout to Lynn Holzman, our Vice President of Women’s Basketball, for representing the NCAA at the Women in Sports Leadership VIP Summit during the Women’s Final Four in Tampa Bay! Lynn joined a powerhouse group of women leaders in sports and business to discuss the growth of women’s sports, the importance of investing in women, and the need to increase the number of women in leadership across the industry. Thank you to Women Leaders in Sports for co-hosting this important summit. The momentum behind women’s sports is undeniable—and we’re proud to be part of building what's next. #WFinalFour #MarchMadness 

Shoutout to our Associate Director of Communications - Social Media, Jaelyn Arndt, M.A., for representing the NCAA on the AT&T Rising Future Makers Panel as part of the Women's Final Four in Tampa! She discussed the power of brand storytelling and how to leverage digital platforms! 🤳 #WFinalFour #MarchMadness

🔊 New Podcast Episode! We’re proud to see Lynda Tealer, NCAA Senior Vice President of Championships, sharing her insights on leadership, adaptability, and the evolving landscape of college athletics with Women Leaders in Sports. With nearly 29 years in the industry, Lynda has made a lasting impact—and this conversation is filled with valuable takeaways. 🎙️ Tune in to hear her thoughts on: ✅ The importance of working with the right people ✅ Practicing agility throughout your career ✅ The value of clear communication and setting expectations as a leader ✅ Why staying fit in mind, body, and soul is key to leadership success 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gbFvqFE3 #WeAreWomenLeaders

Grateful to our IT Department for their generosity in donating laptops to Riverfront Recreation Center at Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park—the same location where we refurbished a court as part of the NCAA Women's Final Four Legacy Project presented by Dove. This initiative, in partnership with the Tampa Bay Sports Commission, created lasting opportunities for the community, both on and off the court.💙 🏀 #WFinalFour #MarchMadness

🏀 Austin Moutry, assistant director of men’s basketball championships, had the opportunity to work the opening round of the NCAA tournament in Milwaukee, his hometown. 🏀 See what returning to his roots meant to him: https://lnkd.in/guSzb778

A huge shoutout to our NCAA staff who helped power the Championship Campus Clean-up, presented by TECO, in partnership with the Tampa Bay Sports Commission! 🏀 As part of our Women’s Final Four efforts in Tampa, our team came together to give back to the local community—demonstrating that the impact of this event goes far beyond the court. Thanks to everyone who rolled up their sleeves to make a difference! #WFinalFour #MarchMadness

From Kentucky Women’s Basketball to sports professional! 💪 Alyssa Rice used her time as a student-athlete to grow in areas off the court, leading her to a full-time position in #NCAA Championship Operations! 📄 on.ncaa.com/rice

A well-deserved spotlight on Rick Nixon! 👏 Rick has been a driving force behind NCAA championship media operations for nearly two decades, ensuring that student-athletes’ stories shine on the biggest stages. His leadership, professionalism, and dedication to the craft of sports communication have elevated not only NCAA championships but also the careers of so many in the industry. Rick’s alma mater, Trinity University, recently highlighted his incredible career, and we couldn’t agree more. From March Madness to golf, field hockey, and beyond, Rick's impact is felt across college sports. Congratulations, Rick, on this recognition and your continued excellence! 🔗 Read more about Rick’s journey: https://lnkd.in/gXjsf33N

On Friday, our Disability Employee Engagement Group members were invited to rock their socks for World Down Syndrome Day! 💟 EEG members wore brightly colored and mismatched socks to raise awareness of Down syndrome, which occurs when an individual has a third copy of the 21st chromosome.