College Sports Communicators

College Sports Communicators
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College Sports Communicators is the premier membership association for all strategic, creative and digital professionals working in intercollegiate athletics across all levels for colleges, universities and conferences across the United States and Canada. CSC provides year-round leadership, community, professional development/education, recognition and advocacy for its 4,400 members. Founded in 1957 as the College Sports Information Directors of America, the organization rebranded in 2022 to position itself as a more inclusive organization for communicators in all types of roles and to lead an industry change where strategic and creative professionals are more aligned. CSC’s signature work includes the annual CSC Unite convention each June and the administration of the prestigious Academic All-America® program and Hall of Fame. Since 1952, more than 42,000 of the world’s most elite student-athletes have been recognized with Academic All-America status in all sports.

  1. 1d ago

    CSC U | On the same page: Telling the stories of student-athletes and teams

    College sports communicators work across a wide range of institutions, but share a common commitment to storytelling, service, and the student-athlete experience. Join representatives from different divisions of the college sports landscape for an inside look at the skills, experiences, and opportunities that shape the profession. Join us to hear from: Erin Locascio - SUNY Cortland, Creative Content CoordinatorShelby Scott - Allan Hancock College, Assistant Athletic Director/Sports Information DirectorJohn Stark - Syracuse, Assistant Director of Athletic CommunicationsSam Viebrock (Moderator) - Clayton State, Assistant Athletics Director for Communications

  2. Sep 29

    Shaping the Narrative | Kim Pate & Drew Howard | CSC Voices, Beyond the Scoreboard

    In this episode of CSC Voices, Beyond the Scoreboard, host Trip Durham converses with Division II athletic directors Kim Pate of the University of Indianapolis and Drew Howard of Florida Southern College about career growth, leadership, institutional branding and the value of athletics communicators. Both leaders reflect on their individual paths—Pate transitioning from student-athlete and coach to administration, and Howard navigating compliance and other administrative roles—before finding long-term fulfillment in Division II's balanced academic-athletic model. They detail how committee service on the NCAA Division II Management Council deepens institutional perspective and helps refine division-wide policies. Additionally, Pate and Howard emphasize the necessity of human-interest storytelling and intentional branding to stand out in competitive sports markets, urging athletic directors to empower sports information staff as vital strategic partners. Division II Alignment: Both athletic directors champion Division II's philosophy of balancing rigorous competition with student-athlete personal growth.Diverse Career Trajectories: Pate's career grew out of coaching and a non-traditional student-athlete experience, while Howard advanced through compliance and multiple administrative roles.Human-Centric Storytelling: Standing out in crowded media markets requires highlighting individual student-athlete stories over scoreboard results.Empowering Media Teams: Athletic directors must actively cultivate creative freedom and empower athletics communications staff as key brand stewards and strategic partners.Brand Guardianship and Culture: Communicators serve as primary culture bearers and brand caretakers, shaping public perception and institutional values before fans or recruits ever arrive on campus.Technical Expertise and Creative Autonomy: Because senior administrators often lack hands-on media skills, leadership must place trust in communicators to voice bold ideas, manage modern digital platforms, and execute without holding back.

    Shaping the Narrative | Kim Pate & Drew Howard | CSC Voices, Beyond the Scoreboard

  3. Sep 9

    10 years of the CSC Inclusion Committee | Jessica Poole & Scottie Rodgers | CSC Voices Why We Belong

    CSC Voices: Why We Belong is provided by the CSC Inclusion Committee 10 years of the CSC Inclusion Committee Host Bridget Nash talks with Jessica Poole, former CSC president (2022–23) and founding chair of the committee, and Scottie Rodgers, vice president of communications for the Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic and former chair, about the 10th anniversary of CSC’s Inclusion Committee.  They describe the “day zero” conversations that led to forming the first diversity and inclusion committee among NACDA affiliates, initially focused on Black representation, allyship, and candid problem-solving with a direct line to the board.  Key milestones include the 2020 racial and social justice initiative, updates to the committee’s mission/value statements, recognition from the Knight Commission, and the launch of the Inclusion Fellowship (now completing six years and entering year seven), plus Member Resource Communities introduced last year.  They emphasize lifelong learning, championing others, and creating spaces where members feel seen, heard, and valued. 00:00 Welcome and Setup 00:27 Meet Jessica Poole 01:47 Meet Scottie Rodgers 03:20 Day Zero Origins 08:35 Early Vision and Challenges 13:12 2020 Turning Point 17:19 Partnerships and Fellowship Launch 20:40 Leadership Lessons Learned 28:53 Leading Through Pushback 31:44 Inclusion Fellowship Deep Dive 37:50 Future Hopes and Closing

    10 years of the CSC Inclusion Committee | Jessica Poole & Scottie Rodgers | CSC Voices Why We Belong

  4. Sep 2

    From Communications Director to leading External Relations | Maurice Williams | BCSC Podcast

    Hear Maurice Williams, Deputy Athletics Director for External Affairs, discuss his career journey, his role & the evolution of his responsibilities at North Carolina Central in the inaugural episode of The BCSC Podcast. About BCSC Black College Sports Communicators (BCSC) creates a space targeting Black communicators and creatives at colleges & universities, conference offices and associations & organizations at all levels and communicators and creatives at historically Black colleges & universities, conference offices and associations & organizations to fellowship, further their professional goals and cultivate ways to raise the profile and standards of the athletics communications profession in and around college athletics. Learn more at https://www.collegesportscommunicators.com/BCSC

    From Communications Director to leading External Relations | Maurice Williams | BCSC Podcast

  5. Aug 25

    "We get to do this" | Matt Panto | CSC Voices, Beyond the Scoreboard

    CSC Voices, Beyond the Scoreboard host: Trip Durham, 2D Consulting, LLC Guest:  • Matt Panto – 2026-27 CSC President Ivy League, Associate Executive Director, Strategic Communications & External Relations College Sports Communicators 2026-27 President Matt Panto shares insights on his career journey, leadership philosophy, and strategic vision for the organization. After entering athletic administration through an internship at Lafayette College, Panto has built a 13-year tenure at the Ivy League conference office, where he serves as Associate Executive Director. Accidental Career Entry: Panto discovered his passion for sports administration during a college marketing project, turning an internship at Lafayette College into a long-term career.Instinctive Storytelling: He champions continuous evolution over static routines, advising media teams to let authentic moments and gut instincts dictate content creation.Unifying Creatives and Communicators: Panto stresses breaking down silos between content creators and traditional public relations staff, noting that both roles serve as key storytellers and brand stewards.CSC Leadership Vision: As CSC President, he promotes a "we get to do this" mindset, aiming to highlight member accomplishments while proactively addressing industry challenges like standardized athlete eligibility reporting.Panto also emphasizes that industry challenges remain solvable through active collaboration, continuous learning, and maintaining perspective on the privilege of working in college athletics.

    "We get to do this" | Matt Panto | CSC Voices, Beyond the Scoreboard

  6. Aug 5

    Autism Acceptance, Belonging, and Thriving in College Sports | Allison Hogue | CSC Voices Why We Belong

    CSC Voices: Why We Belong is provided by the CSC Inclusion Committee Autism Acceptance, Belonging and Thriving Bridget Nash interviews Allison Hogue, assistant director of athletic communications at Alfred University, about belonging, autism awareness, and her path in college sports communications. Hogue shares being diagnosed with autism around age four, attending special education and a school for learning differences, and initially feeling uncomfortable disclosing her autism. In 2020, she connected with AJ O’Hagan, began openly sharing her journey, and became co-captain of Team Autism Awareness and Acceptance for the College Sports Communicators Fitness Challenge; the group later hosted an autism awareness panel at the Orlando convention and formed a committee that includes people with various learning differences and allies. Hogue discusses mentorship at Liberty University, her pride in covering Sacred Heart women’s basketball’s NCAA tournament run, advocating for accommodations, and supporting student-athlete mental health resources. She closes by encouraging listeners to be themselves, pursue goals despite disability, and not let others’ opinions define their journey. 00:00 Welcome and Introductions  00:31 Allison’s Journey Across States  01:10 Defining Belonging Through Autism  03:16 Finding Community in CSC  05:08 Creating Belonging for Athletes  07:03 Mentors Who Shaped Her Career  10:05 Writing Passion and WNBA Dreams  10:58 Advocacy and Mental Health Support  13:34 Accommodations and Workplace Success  14:46 Career Highlight March Madness Ring  16:39 Final Advice You Belong  19:45 Closing Thanks and Next Episodes

    Autism Acceptance, Belonging, and Thriving in College Sports | Allison Hogue | CSC Voices Why We Belong

  7. Jun 17

    Belonging, Representation, and Building Pride | Pearllan Cipriano | CSC Voices Why We Belong

    CSC Voices: Why We Belong is provided by the CSC Inclusion Committee Belonging, Representation, and Building Pride Host Dawnisha Franklin interviews Pearllan Cipriano, sports information director at Bard College, about her path into athletic communications, her understanding of belonging, and her advocacy work. Pearl describes belonging professionally as trust and confidence from administrators and coaches, and personally as feeling supported and able to be her authentic self as an Asian, bisexual, international woman. She discusses challenges in a male-dominated field, being misjudged for looking young, and the added pressure of H-1B sponsorship requirements. Pearl shares that Bard’s support, LGBTQ+ colleagues, and chosen family helped her feel at home, and explains how research, CSC connections, and grants helped her navigate barriers. She highlights inclusive storytelling, heritage-month features, theme games, and campus collaborations, and co-founding CSC Pride in 2024 to create a safe space, education, and resources. Her message: don’t shrink yourself to belong.   00:00 Welcome and Introductions 00:16 Pearl Career Journey 01:20 Defining Belonging 01:31 Identity and Barriers 03:42 Finding Belonging Moments 05:02 Navigating Sponsorship and Bias 06:47 Supporting Student Identity Groups 08:26 Mentors and Leadership Style 10:11 Launching CSC Pride 12:34 Campus Impact and Inclusion Wins 14:47 Proudest Moments in the Work 16:04 Events That Build Belonging 17:55 Resources to Add Next 18:41 Final Advice and Closing

    Belonging, Representation, and Building Pride | Pearllan Cipriano | CSC Voices Why We Belong

  8. May 27

    Comms Background Informs Effective Leadership | Greg Seitz & DeWayne Peevy | CSC Voices, Beyond the Scoreboard

    CSC Voices, Beyond the Scoreboard host: Trip Durham, 2D Consulting, LLC Guests:  • Greg Seitz – Jacksonville State University, Vice President for Athletics • DeWayne Peevy – DePaul University, Senior Vice President & Director of Athletics Recap: This episode examines how backgrounds in sports communications inform effective athletic leadership. Greg Seitz and DeWayne Peevy discuss their respective career paths, emphasizing that skills like clarity, timing, and audience understanding are essential for modern athletic directors. They share strategies for navigating major organizational shifts, such as Jacksonville State’s transition to the FBS level and DePaul’s positioning within the crowded Chicago sports market. Ultimately, the conversation highlights how strategic communication drives institutional alignment, revenue growth, and brand identity. Highlights: Seitz attributes his 33-year tenure at Jacksonville State to a deep sense of purpose and a strong connection to the local community.Peevy explains how DePaul embraces its identity as "Chicago’s team" by partnering with professional franchises to differentiate its brand.Both leaders agree that their communications background allows them to lead with empathy for staff while maintaining high standards for messaging.Jacksonville State’s move to FBS required transparent communication to manage expectations and build trust among donors and fans.The guests advise aspiring leaders to master their current craft while proactively learning about budgeting, compliance, and revenue generation.

    Comms Background Informs Effective Leadership | Greg Seitz & DeWayne Peevy | CSC Voices, Beyond the Scoreboard
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College Sports Communicators is the premier membership association for all strategic, creative and digital professionals working in intercollegiate athletics across all levels for colleges, universities and conferences across the United States and Canada. CSC provides year-round leadership, community, professional development/education, recognition and advocacy for its 4,400 members. Founded in 1957 as the College Sports Information Directors of America, the organization rebranded in 2022 to position itself as a more inclusive organization for communicators in all types of roles and to lead an industry change where strategic and creative professionals are more aligned. CSC’s signature work includes the annual CSC Unite convention each June and the administration of the prestigious Academic All-America® program and Hall of Fame. Since 1952, more than 42,000 of the world’s most elite student-athletes have been recognized with Academic All-America status in all sports.

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  • Creator
    College Sports Communicators
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    189
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 College Sports Communicators
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