CSC Voices, Beyond the Scoreboard host: Trip Durham, 2D Consulting, LLC Guest: Jim Carr, NAIA President & CEO NAIA President & CEO Jim Carr joins Trip Durham to talk about the evolving landscape of small-college athletics, the rising confidence across NAIA campuses, and why storytelling remains one of the most powerful tools in college sports. Jim walks through the launch of The Right Way to Play, a member-driven effort rooted in pride, authenticity, and campus-level collaboration. He...
CSC Voices, Beyond the Scoreboard host: Trip Durham, 2D Consulting, LLC Guest: Dr. Thomas Newsom, Pittsburg State University President From stat sheets to the president’s office, Dr. Thomas Newsom’s path to leading Pittsburg State University is a story of growth, gratitude, and genuine connection. The former student-athlete and athletics communicator shares how lessons learned on the field — and in the press box — continue to shape his approach to leadership today. In this conversation, we ...
CSC Voices, Beyond the Scoreboard host: Trip Durham, 2D Consulting, LLC Guest: Patrick Crawford, 2025-26 CSC President and Purdue University Associate AD for Strategic Communications From becoming CSC President earlier than expected to many life firsts (homeownership, parenthood, and marathons!), Patrick Crawford’s 2025 has been full of milestones. In this conversation, he shares how people-first leadership, adaptability, and a forward-thinking approach to digital trends are shaping his presi...
CSC Voices, Beyond the Scoreboard host: Trip Durham, 2D Consulting, LLC Guest: Andrea Williams, University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) Director of Intercollegiate Athletics In this CSC Voices: Beyond the Scoreboard episode, UIC Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Andrea Williams sheds light on modern leadership in sports athletics — from mastering the art of listening to defining servant and situational leadership. With over 25 years in collegiate and professional athletics, she unpacks how ...
CSC Award-Winning Female Leaders Dani Gariglio (Davidson) and Katie Gonzales (Illinois Wesleyan) Host: Trip Durham, Founder, 2D Consulting, LLC Length: 26:33 This podcast features Katie Gonzales and Dani Gariglio, two young leaders and “rising stars” in the College Sports Communicators organization, as they discuss their career paths, leadership philosophies, and the importance of building strong relationships. Gonzales is the Assistant Athletic Director for Athletic Communications ...
Beyond the Scoreboard Podcast with the Father-Daughter Duo of Bob Beretta (St. Bonaventure) and Julia Beretta (Penn State) Host: Trip Durham, Founder, 2D Consulting, LLC In this episode of the Beyond the Scoreboard podcast, host Trip Durham sits down with a father-daughter duo currently working in NCAA Division I athletics: Bob Beretta, a CSC Hall of Fame inductee in 2020 who has his roots in athletic communications/sports information and is now the St. Bonaventure University Vice President a...
In this episode of the Beyond the Scoreboard podcast, host Trip Durham sits down with Jason Yaman, the new Executive Director of CSC as of March 2025. In this in-depth conversation, Yaman shares insights into his career journey, leadership philosophy, and the challenges and opportunities facing athletic communicators and creatives in today’s evolving college athletics landscape. A native of Ann Arbor, Michigan, Yaman most recently served as associate commissioner for The Southern Conference. ...
Guest: Andy DeVito, The Ohio State University Director, Creative Services & Branding Hosted by: Trip Durham, 2D Consulting, LLC A Buckeye through and through, Andy DeVito has dedicated nearly 20 years to Ohio State University’s athletics department, shaping the visual identity of one of the most iconic brands in college sports. As the director of creative services & branding, Andy has played a major role in the massive transformations in the digital landscape of college athletics. In ...
CSC Voices, Beyond the Scoreboard host: Trip Durham, 2D Consulting, LLC Guest: Jimmy Stanton, University of Oregon Senior Associate Athletic Director for Communications In this Beyond the Scoreboard podcast, Jimmy Stanton, Senior Associate Athletics Director of Communications at the University of Oregon, shared insights on leadership, career advice, and the evolving landscape of college athletics and how a college sports communicator and creative can stand out. Stanton emphasized the importa...
CSC Voices, Beyond the Scoreboard host: Trip Durham, 2D Consulting, LLC Guest: Cindy Potter, Columbia College (Mo.) Director of Athletics/CSC Hall of Fame Class of 2025/former CSC (CoSIDA) President In this podcast with host Trip Durham, Cindy Potter talks about her unexpected evolution from college student-athlete to her current role as Director of Athletics for her NAIA institution, Columbia College. She is the most honored and decorated sports communications professional in NAIA history....
CSC Voices, Beyond the Scoreboard host: Trip Durham, 2D Consulting, LLC Guest: Brad Bankston, Old Dominion Athletic Conference Commissioner In this podcast with host Trip Durham, Brad Bankston talks about his unorthodox start to his athletic communications career. In 1997, at the age of 26, he was named Commissioner of the Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC), becoming the second commissioner in the league’s history. The ODAC is one of the nation’s largest Division III conferences with ...
CSC Voices, Beyond the Scoreboard host: Trip Durham, 2D Consulting, LLC Guest: Chris Plonsky, University of Texas Executive Senior Associate Athletics Director, Chief of Staff / SWA and CSC Hall of Famer “I can’t think of a role that I’ve ever played in athletics beyond my SID days where how to communicate, what to communicate, style, tone and in any exchange, listening, wasn’t critical … When you see that (professional opportunity) door crack open, get through there. Once you are there, co...
"AI in action: how FanWord supports today’s communicators" Presented by the Professional Development and Education Committee No matter the division or level of competition, athletic communicators are navigating new challenges in how they share stories and connect with audiences. FanWord is a platform that streamlines workflows and elevates storytelling, while reinforcing the idea that AI tools should not be feared but embraced as a resource to save time and energy. Whether you’re curious a...
ON-DEMAND WEBINAR: "Managing the Academic All-America® voting period with confidence" Presented by the Academic All-America® Core Program and Professional Development and Education Committees After Academic All-America® nominations are submitted, the next phase begins: voting. This step is just as important and much easier to manage with a clear plan and the right tools. If you're just getting started or want to tighten up your routine, this session will help you vote with confidence and cla...
ON-DEMAND WEBINAR: "Tips for preparing a standout Academic All-America® nomination" Presented by the Academic All-America® Core Program and Professional Development and Education Committees Academic All-America® honors are reserved for college student-athletes who excel in both their sport and the classroom. Behind every successful nomination is a strategic, well-prepared effort by communicators and administrators. This practical session will guide you through the key steps to compiling a c...
ON-DEMAND WEBINAR: "The team behind the team: A look at what college sports communicators do" Presented by the CSC U Committee Ever wonder who’s behind the highlights, graphics, and stories that showcase your favorite college teams? Join us for a conversation with professionals from across athletic communications as they share how they bring college sports to life. Learn what it takes to tell the stories of student-athletes, the skills that make this field exciting, and how you can get start...
ON-DEMAND WEBINAR: "Mentorship Matters: Giving and receiving with impact" Presented by the Career Services Committee and the Mentorship Committee Mentorship is a dynamic relationship rooted in trust, curiosity, and mutual growth. Whether you're offering guidance or seeking it, this session will explore how to bring your best self to the table as both mentor and mentee. We'll discuss how to lead with professional authenticity, prepare thoughtfully, and follow up with intention. Partici...
ON-DEMAND WEBINAR: "Students are our most valuable resource – but how do we recruit, train and retain them?" Presented by the Young Professionals Committee and the Professional Development and Education Committee Students are our industry’s most valuable resource. With the myriad of responsibilities on our ever-growing to-do lists, we all turn to students to help fill the gaps. But how do we recruit, train and retain student workers? Listen to Patrick Murphy, Lynn Walsh and Jamie Chagnon as...
Designed for young professionals in college athletics, this engaging webinar explores how to identify the right career opportunities for you and how to build a strong foundation in the industry. Gain practical insights on aligning personal values with institutional culture, navigating the early stages of their careers, and positioning themselves for long-term success. Watch now to learn from leaders of the Young Professional Committee and connect with peers who are also charting their paths i...
Session 3: Making the Jump into the Profession to Thrive and Survive: Build alliances and communicate like a boss What are the keys to success for today's athletics communicators? What are the hard skills and soft skills that will get your recognized and valued? The presenters talk about these keys and skills and also about the art to proper professional communications - going beyond being buried in our screens. We review expectations of appropriate workplace interactions and behavior...