EVERYDAYEXCELLENCE 2021–22 BRUIN CLUB MEMBERSHIP GUIDE
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BELMONT UNIVERSITY
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A ME SS A GE F ROM B E L MON T UNI V E RSI T Y AT HL E T ICS DIRE C T OR SCO T T CORL E Y D E A R B R U I N N AT I ON,
Greetings from Nashville! I hope this letter finds you well and enjoying the
If you are a basketball season-ticket holder, I encourage you to renew your
summer, wherever you may be.
tickets immediately. If you are not a basketball season-ticket holder, I encourage
Needless to say, the past year was an unprecedented one full of challenges. I want to first say how proud I am of all of our student-athletes, coaches, trainers and administrative staff that played a hand in allowing us to compete. Being able to do so required remarkable dedication and teamwork from everyone involved. Thank you! This year was a constant reminder of a motto that we live by daily at Belmont Athletics; “Everyday Excellence.” We strive each day to bring excellence to all that we do, knowing that if we focus on the process, the results will pay off in time. Each day this year, we were challenged to motto this year. We achieved “Everyday Excellence.” As we begin to transition back to more regular times, I am excited to see us get back to business here at Belmont. I know many of you were not
Below are a few helpful notes for your renewal process: • If you applied payment from last year’s tickets to this season, that will be noted on your renewal. • If you are making both your annual Bruin Club gift and season ticket payment via check, they must be separate checks. • All donations to Belmont Athletics are philanthropic in nature and are non-refundable. Our goal this year is to renew and reinvigorate your relationship with Belmont Athletics and to remind you of why you chose to be a Bruin, one unforgettable moment at a time.
able to support us from a traditional standpoint this past year by attending games and cheering on our Bruins. To those who have felt that distance, I am asking you now to reinvest in your relationship with Belmont Athletics. I promise you if we all buy back in together, the future of Belmont Athletics is limitless.
Go Bruins!
Enclosed in this packet is our 2021-2022 Bruin Club Membership Guide. If you are a basketball season ticket holder with us, we have also included your season ticket renewal in this mailing for your convenience. At this moment, our plan is to be able to return to standard operating procedure
Scott Corley
in terms of hosting fans at athletic events beginning this fall. Should that
Director of Athletics, Belmont
change, we will be in touch accordingly.
University
This season promises to be one not to be missed. On the men’s side, the defending regular season OVC Champions return a veteran team, filled with talent across the board. The program has its sights set on capturing another conference championship en route to returning to the NCAA Tournament. Multiple preseason top-25 polls, including ESPN, have already listed the Bruins in their rankings. Our women’s basketball team will enter the year fresh off the program’s first-ever NCAA Tournament victory, defeating Gonzaga in the 1st Round of the NCAA Tournament. A slew of young, determined talent will look to lead the Bruins to even further heights.
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deliver on already high expectations. I can confidently say we lived out our
you to get on board now! Call (615) 460-BALL (2255) or email tickets@belmont. edu to purchase season tickets.
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INTRODUCING DR. JONES
On Feb. 1, 2021, Belmont University named Dr. L. Gregory Jones, longtime dean of Duke Divinity School, as its next president, effective June 1. Dr. Jones is married to the Rev. Dr. Susan Pendleton Jones, Belmont’s new First Lady, who has served as a campus minister, a local church pastor and as a senior administrator at Duke Divinity School.
WH AT A B O U T B E L M O N T ATTRACTED YOU TO S ERV E AS OUR NE W
WHAT AREAS OF INVE STME NT DO YO U VI E W AS VI TAL TO T H E CO N T I N UE D
P RE S ID E NT? My wife Susan and I have admired Belmont for many years,
SUCCE SS OF BE LMONT ATHLE TICS I N T H E CO MI N G YE ARS? We need
and have been impressed by its growth over the last several decades. When
significant financial contributions to enable us to grow in every aspect of
we visited campus three and a half years ago to speak in Chapel and meet
athletics: our scholarship support of student athletes, our ability to attract and
with students and faculty, we were impressed by the beauty of the campus,
retain excellent coaches and other staff, our ability to maintain and strengthen
the quality of the people we interacted with, and the sense of energy and
our facilities, and our ability to nurture strong sponsors and partnerships for
momentum across the campus. When I was invited to consider coming to
all of our teams. The stronger our financial support in both expendable and
Belmont as President, we were drawn to a remarkable fit between what we see
endowment giving, and the deeper the investments of our sponsors and
in Belmont and our own gifts and passions: a Christ-centered, student-focused,
partners, the more successful and visible Belmont will be in athletics and overall.
entrepreneurially-minded university that is engaged in Nashville, has strong athletics, and exhibits a remarkable past, strong present, and a very bright future. We look forward to building on the strong legacy of previous Presidents, especially the remarkable leadership of Bob and Judy Fisher.
FROM AN ATHLETICS STANDPOINT, H OW DO YO U F E E L B E LMO N T SE PARATES ITSE LF FROM PEE R INST I T UT I O N S? I love watching Belmont
athletes perform. We have a strong emphasis on teamwork and character that is integral to sustained performative excellence. Forming leaders with excellence on the court, field, or course, as well as in their curricular pursuits
O F BE LM ONT? Athletics plays a significant role in the life of a university like
is a distinguishing feature of Belmont. I am impressed by the high quality
Belmont: it is an incubator for character formation and leadership
performance of Belmont student-athletes in the classroom, on their teams and
development, it is a source of inspiration for athletes and coaches as well as
in their vocations as they develop into the leaders our region, nation and world
fans, and it is a tremendous context for developing visibility for Belmont
need in the 21st century.
and the University’s brand. When I think of the character traits, teamwork orientation and entrepreneurial mindset that are needed for 21st century leadership across vocations and sectors, athletics is a tremendous resource for nurturing that leadership alongside work in the classroom and in other co-curricular pursuits. Belmont has an outstanding program in athletics that has grown in recent decades, and I look forward to supporting its continuing growth and development.
WHAT G OALS DO YOU HAVE FOR B E LMO N T AT H LE T I CS I N YO UR T E N URE AS PRESIDE NT? I want to ensure that Belmont student-athletes and sports
teams perform with excellence across the board. We can grow in quality and visibility across all of our sports, and do so with character, integrity and passion. I want Belmont’s reputation to be for high quality formation of men and women in the classroom, in performance (whether in athletics or the arts or various professions), and in life and their vocations more generally. Outstanding
H OW D O YOU P L A N TO GR OW THE M I SS I ON A ND B RAND OF BELMONT
athletics is an integral part of Belmont’s mission, and I want us to be successful
AT H L E TI C S B OTH W I THI N THE NAS HV I LLE COM M UNITY AND NATIONWIDE?
in all that we do and are.
I am writing this the day after the Belmont women’s basketball team upset Gonzaga in the NCAA tournament, and I am struck by how many people with no direct ties to Belmont have contacted me to celebrate that victory. Belmont has a remarkable trajectory across its athletic programs, and men’s and women’s basketball lead in their visibility and success. If we look at the impressive trajectory that Gonzaga has had over the past two decades in men’s basketball, culminating in this year’s NCAA men’s tournament where it is the tournament favorite and has been ranked #1 all season, Belmont has similar potential for success and visibility in the future. I look forward to working with AD Scott Corley, the coaches, the student-athletes and the entire athletics program to strengthen this vital component of Belmont’s mission.
WHAT DO YOU SE E AS SOME OF TH E LARGE R I SS UE S CO LLEGE AT H LE T I CS WILL FACE IN THE NEXT FIVE-TEN YE ARS? These are turbulent times in
higher education and college athletics especially. I would highlight the changing role of media in covering sports as well as providing funding for them, questions about paying student-athletes (including especially for the use of their likenesses), and gender equity across athletic programs as among the most important issues facing college athletics. We will deal with all of these issues in ways that are shaped by Belmont’s larger mission and vision: with character and integrity and excellence in aspiration as well as execution.
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WH AT R O L E D O YOU SEE ATHLETI CS PLAYI NG I N THE G REATER MISSION
W H AT IS T HE B RUIN CL UB ? The Bruin Club is the official annual fundraising organization for Belmont Athletics, and it supports the student-athletes and coaches who comprise Belmont’s 17 NCAA Division I teams. Contributions to the Bruin Club help increase
P R E M I U M L U X U R Y C O U R T S I D E S E AT S
• 44 total seats available • $1,000 per seat, plus $165 per season ticket (Must be an even number of tickets) • Complimentary soda and popcorn service for all home men’s basketball games
athletic scholarships and provide program
• Currently sold out, contact russell.grimm@belmont.edu to be added to waitlist
enhancements critical to the growing demands of
PRE-GAME ACCESS TO THE VINCE GILL ROOM!
competition at a higher level.
• Available to donors giving $1,000+ annually to Belmont Athletics with Bruin Basketball Season Tickets
Strong support of the Bruin Club helps recruit, educate and train the highest caliber of student-
• Doors open one hour before all home men’s games with a pre-game meal service
athletes. Belmont student-athletes are known for
• Game preview with Belmont Men’s Basketball Head Coach Casey Alexander
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B RUIN CL UB R E MINDE RS
and off the playing field.
B RUIN CL UB ME MB E RS Blue, Red, Silver, Gold and Platinum level Bruin Club members are offered seating benefits (with the
• Number of lanyards distributed equal to number of season tickets • Halftime access available to donors giving $500+ to Belmont Athletics for all men’s and women’s home basketball games including popcorn, dessert and drinks P L AT I N U M B R U I N L E V E L
• $10,000+ annually to Belmont Athletics • Exclusive Belmont Athletics donor travel opportunity • Exclusive Belmont Basketball practice viewing opportunity
option to purchase season tickets in the Bruin Club
B R U I N C L U B D O N AT I O N W I N D O W
sections). By law as of 1/1/2018, gifts that receive
• June 1–October 31
seating benefits are NOT tax deductible. However, if
• Allows Belmont student-athletes to more fully benefit from your annual gift
you elect to decline seating benefits, your gift may be 100% tax deductible. As with any tax inquiry, you should consult with your tax advisor.
• Donors with Bruin Club Seating must make appropriate gift prior to purchase of basketball season tickets • Bruin Club benefits not recognized until gift is made ANNUAL BRUIN CLUB GOLF CLASSIC
• Date September 3, 2021 • $1,000/foursome, sponsorships available • Silent auction and post-tournament reception R E D B R U I N S ( $ 1 , 0 0 0 A N N U A L LY A N D A B O V E ) = R E C E I V E E XC LU S I V E B R U I N C LU B G I F T
2021–22 BRUIN CLUB CALENDAR JUNE 1, 2021 JUNE 1–OCTOBER 31, 2021 JULY–NOVEMBER 2021
OCTOBER 2021
Bruin Club Annual Gift Renewal Window
Season Ticket Renewal Window *Season tickets in Bruin Club seating will not be eligible for renewal until Bruin Club gift is received
Bruin Club Golf Classic
Distribution of Season Tickets, Parking Passes & Vince Gill Room Hospitality Access
OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2021
Basketball Pre-Season Tip-off Luncheon with Coach Brooks and Coach Alexander
OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2021
Meet the Bruins
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2021 DECEMBER 2021 MARCH 3–6, 2022 MAY 2022 MAY 31, 2022
Platinum Bruin Trip
Year-End Donation Deadline
OVC Tournament Ticket Distribution
Athletic Director’s Dinner (Gold Bruin: $5,000 annually & above) End of Bruin Club Fiscal Year
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SEPTEMBER 3, 2021
Fiscal Year Begins Bruin Club Membership Guide & Renewal Mailing
PL A ( $1 T I N 0,0 U M 00 B & a RUI bo N ve) GO L ( $5 D B ,00 R U 0– I N $9 ,99 9) SI LV ( $2 E R ,50 B R U 0– $4 I N ,99 9) RE D ( $1 B R ,00 U I 0– N $2 ,49 9) BL U ( $5 E B 00 R U I –$ 99 N 9)
W H ( $1 I T E 00 B R –$ 49 U I N 9)
Opportunity to Purchase NCAA Tournament Tickets (max)
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Opportunity to Purchase Basketball Season Tickets in Bruin Club Section (max)
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BENEFITS CHART Bruin Club Annual Membership Guide Bruin Insider E-Newsletter Personal Thank You Letter from a Belmont Student-Athlete Belmont Promo Item
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20% Off Belmont Apparel at the Belmont Campus Store Invitation to Belmont Basketball Tip-off Reception Opportunity to Purchase Away Game Tickets Opportunity to Purchase OVC Tournament Tickets
Halftime Hospitality Privileges in the Vince Gill Room Pre-game & Halftime Hospitality Privileges in the Vince Gill Room Exclusive Bruin Club Gift Reserved Parking in Curb Event Center Garage for Home Men's Basketball Games VIP Event with Athletic Director and Head Coaches (Invitation for Two) Exclusive Belmont Athletics Travel Opportunity (Invitation for Two) Exclusive Belmont Basketball Practice & Locker Room Viewing Opportunity (Invitation for Two)
B RE A K ING DO W N T HE B RUIN CL UB : WAYS YOU C A N SUP P OR T B E L MON T AT HL E T ICS
Transactional Gifts of $25+
SP OR TSP E CIF IC GIF T S (ANNUAL GIVING)
• Student-athlete scholarship support
Transactional Gifts of $25+
• Operational & facility maintenance support
specific sport program
• Gifts receive Bruin Club membership level credit • Season tickets, parking, post-season ticket access
directly supporting a • 100% sport-specific operational fund support • Gifts receive Bruin Club membership level credit • Season tickets, parking, post-season ticket access
M A JOR GIF T S • Athletic Scholarship Endowment ($25k & up) • Capital Project Naming Opportunities ($25k & up) • Basketball/Volleyball Practice Facility • Tennis Annex • Baseball/Softball Practice Facility • Planned Giving ($25k & up)
B E T T Y W ISE M A N MISSION F UND • 100% student-athlete mission trip support • Gifts do not receive Bruin Club membership level credit
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B RUIN CL UB
(ANNUAL GIVING)
P L AT INUM B RUIN CL UB T RIP Last year, due to COVID-19, Belmont Athletics was unable to host a “Platinum Bruins” Donor Trip. We are excited to once again offer the opportunity for donors at the $10,000 and above annual level to travel with our men’s basketball program and attend an away game during the upcoming season! Trips include travel with the team, lodging at the team hotel, option to attend practice/shootaround sessions and dinner with Belmont student-athletes, coaches and athletic administration.
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Previous destinations have included Boston, Los Angeles and Fort Worth. If it is a financial consideration for you, we hope that you will consider becoming a Platinum Bruin to join us for an incredible trip interacting with some of Belmont’s finest student-athletes, coaches and administrators!
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INTRODUCING THE
CROCKETT CENTER FOR ATHLETIC On June 1, 2021, Belmont’s Men’s Basketball, Women’s Basketball, Volleyball and Tennis programs moved into the state-of-the-art “Crockett Center for Athletic Excellence,” a 45,000 square foot athletics
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facility on Belmont’s campus. The facility marks the first athletics exclusive facility constructed on Belmont’s campus in nearly 20 years. Student-athletes have quickly made the facility a second home. New practice courts, expanded strength and conditioning space, locker rooms, team rooms, office space, meeting spaces and a video review room have provided Belmont’s student-athlete with a level of resources not previously experience by Belmont Athletics. Belmont Athletics would like to thank the numerous donors and families who have helped to support the project to this point. Additionally areas of support needed and associated naming opportunities available may be found in the coming pages.
EXCELLENCE
“As with all things at Belmont, the Crockett Center for Athletic Excellence is a first-class facility that will allow our studentathletes all the amenities needed to be successful in their respective sports. It is truly amazing to see the progress made in athletic facilities since my playing days in the late ‘80s. From Striplin Gym to the Curb Center and now with the addition of the Crockett Center, we have seen transformational growth and opportunities for these programs. This growth is a testament to all the current and former players that have made Belmont Athletics something all Bruin alumni can be proud of.”
SCOTT CORLEY D I R E C T O R O F AT H L E T I C S
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HO W I T S TA R T E D V S. HO W I T ’S GOING
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INITIAL RENDERING OF PRACTICE COURTS
“Walking in the doors for the first time to this beautiful facility has been so humbling for me as a coach. I will forever remember the look on the faces of our players as they experienced their lounge and locker room, the film room, the weight room and especially the beautiful practice floor for the first time. We are so grateful that we get to train and practice in this new facility, and we want to thank Dr. Fisher and everyone at Belmont who worked so hard to make this dream a reality for our basketball, volleyball and tennis programs.”
BART BROOKS WOMEN’S BASKETBALL HEAD COACH
COMPLETED PRACTICE COURTS
and improve facilities all over campus, the opening of our new practice facility is already paying dividends. Our student-athletes are truly the model for success, and this facility is a way of giving back to them in a way that greatly enhances the quality of their Belmont experience. It’s a clear reflection of how important they are to us and also shows Belmont’s continued commitment to athletics as a whole. The size, space, amenities and overall scope of the facility will also allow us to walk through new recruiting doors, which in turn allows us to keep moving the program forward. We’re grateful for so many that have helped this vision become a reality.”
CASEY ALEXANDER MEN’S BASKETBALL HEAD COACH
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“In keeping step with Belmont’s consistent effort to expand
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B E L MON T AT HL E T IC P R A C T ICE CE N T E R N A MING OP P OR T UNI T IE S $ 250,000 PR ACTI CE COURTS (2)
$ 50,000 VOL L EY B A L L CON F EREN CE ROOM
$ 250,000 WEI GHT R OOM
$ 50,000 VOL L EY B A L L T EA M LOU N G E
$ 250,000 EN TR A N CE/LOB BY
$ 50,000 VOL L EY B A L L HEA D COACH OF F ICE
$ 100,000 MEN ’ S B ASKETB A LL HEA D COACH OFFI CE
$ 50,000 VOL L EY B A L L LOCKER ROOM
$ 100,000 WOMEN ’ S B ASKETB A LL HEA D COACH OFFI CE
$ 25,000 MEN ’S B ASKET B A L L COACHES LOCKER ROOM
$ 100,000 VI DEO/ FI LM R EVI EW R OOM
$ 25,000 WOMEN ’S B ASKET B A L L COACHES LOCKER ROOM
$ 100,000 TR A I N I N G/TR EATMEN T A R EA
$ 25,000 ASSISTA N T COACH’S OF F ICES ( 9 )
$ 50,000 WOMEN ’ S B ASKETB A LL TEA M LOUN GE
“The first time you walk into the new practice facility it is breathtaking. It shows that Belmont is serious about investing in the student athlete and winning championships. Every detail was well thought out and provides a space for our athletes to hone their craft in a building that is not only beautiful but also state-of-the-art. The conveniences that this building provides give our student-athletes a leg up on the competition and allows us to maximize the quality of training without having to extend the length of our training sessions. We have a facility that not only puts us at the top of the OVC, but can compete with some of the best facilities in the country. We are so blessed to call this facility home!
K AT E LY N H A R R I S O N VOLLEYBALL HEAD COACH
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“With the completion of the practice facility, you can see firsthand Belmont’s commitment to pursuing excellence. The time and thought that has gone into making this a first-class facility for student-athlete development is evident. Our programs will benefit greatly from the increased opportunity for growth and development this facility provides.”
MATT FREDERICK HEAD STRENGTH & CONDITIONING COACH
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T E NNIS F A CIL I T Y On March 16, 2021 the Belmont tennis program played a home match on campus for the first time since 2008, with the men’s program beating rival Lipscomb 4-3. Both the men’s and women’s programs officially moved into their new home, complete with team lounge, locker rooms and offices on June 1, 2021. Below are a variety of donor naming opportunities still available for the facility.
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BE L MONT O N - CA M P U S TENNI S FACI LI TY NA M I NG OPPORTUNITIE S $1,000,000 TENNIS COMPLEX
$25,000 SPECTATOR SEATING AREA
$300,000 TENNIS COURTS (6)
$25,000 FENCES/WIND SCREENS
$50,000 INDIVIDUAL COURT
$10,000 ASSISTANT COACHES OFFICE
$50,000 MEN’S LOCKER ROOM
$10,000 TEAM BENCHES (2)
$50,000 WOMEN’S LOCKER ROOM
“To finally see this facility done is an amazing feeling. It is one of the best facilities in the country and I want to thank everyone that made this possible and for believing in our programs. Our team is very excited to make this place their second home and to be playing in front of our Belmont community.”
MAURICIO ANTUN MEN’S & WOMEN’S TENNIS HEAD COACH
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W HO W E A R E : B E L MON T AT HL E T ICS CO A CHE S A ND A DMINIS T R AT ION JEFF LANGDON DIRECTOR OF TRACK & FIELD & CROSS COUNTRY
HEATHER HENSON WOMEN’S SOCCER COACH
KATELYN HARRISON VOLLEYBALL COACH
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DAVID COSTA MEN’S SOCCER COACH
OLIVIA JORDAN WOMEN’S GOLF COACH
SCOTT FLYNN MEN’S GOLF COACH
BELMONT’S 12 HEAD COACHES
LAURA MATTHEWS SOFTBALL COACH
DAVE JARVIS BASEBALL COACH
MAURICIO ANTUN DIRECTOR OF TENNIS
BART BROOKS WOMEN’S BASKETBALL COACH
LINDSEY WHEELEY CHEERLEADING COACH
CASEY ALEXANDER MEN’S BASKETBALL COACH
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BEHIND THE BRUINS
Each day, Belmont’s 250 student-athletes are supported by a passionate, skilled athletic administration dedicated to providing them the best possible experience academically and athletically while on campus. Their hard work often goes unnoticed behind-the-scenes. Here are some of their stories...
Q&A WITH 1 5 T H Y E A R AT B E L M O N T
KIM ANDERSON
HEAD ATHLETIC TRAINER
H OW LONG H AV E YO U B EEN AT B ELM ONT AND W HAT HAS KEPT YOU
HOW DO YOU WANT TO SEE BELMO N T AT H LE T I CS CO N T I N UE TO E VO LVE
H E RE ? I’ve been at Belmont almost 15 years. I moved to Nashville and started
THE NEXT FIVE Y EARS? I hope we continue to grow and win on the field,
in August 2006. The people have kept me here, without a doubt. This year has
court, track, etc., but my biggest hope is that Belmont always stays a place
been a challenge, but it has not been the only challenging year. I have been
where the athletes are people first and everyone is invested in helping them
through multiple ups and downs at Belmont but the people I work with daily
grow over the four or five (maybe six with COVID!!!) years at Belmont in all
are top-notch and the reason I have stayed throughout the years.
aspects of life. I love being part of a community that is invested in the people.
H OW WOU L D YOU DE S CR I B E YOUR R OLE HER E? First and foremost, to
BELMONT ME N’S BASKE TBALL HAS E N J OYE D GRE AT S UCCE SS I N YO UR
promote and protect the health and safety of the student-athletes. But I also
TIME HERE. WHAT ARE YOU TOP-5 ME MO RI E S B E I N G O N T H E B E N CH ALL
see a huge part of my role in helping to develop our student-athletes. I want
THE SE Y EARS? 1. 2018 win at UCLA. Growing up as college basketball fan,
them to be able to advocate for and know how to manage their health care
just being in Pauley Pavilion was incredible but getting the win was something
needs when they graduate.
I will always remember. 2. 2019 win vs Temple in NCAA First Four in Dayton.
T H E L AST Y E A R H AS BEEN I NCR ED I B LY TRYI NG FOR THE E NTIRE COLLEG E AT H L E TI C S CO M M U N I TY. AS A HEA LTH PR OFESS I ONAL, YOU HAVE SHOWN T RE ME N D OU S L E A DE R S HI P I N YOUR R OLE. HOW WOU LD YOU DESCRIBE YO U R WOR K T H E PAST YEA R I N S UCH A CHALLENGI N G TIME ? Challenging
were days that I had no answers, and everything seemed to be going wrong, but feeling the support of the people I work with daily made those challenges manageable. In no way would I want to relive any part of this past year, but I am also trying to find some of the positives. This year has allowed Sports Medicine to build and foster relationships on campus and I have met even more of the great people that work at Belmont. WH AT I S T H E M OST R EWAR D I NG PR OFESS I ONAL EX PE RIE NCE YOU ’VE FAC E D AT B E L M O N T? I would say there are two experiences that really stand
out in my mind. One of my first years at Belmont we had a women’s basketball athlete that was experiencing very odd allergic reactions, and nothing seemed to make sense about when they occurred or the trigger for these events. With the help of the team physician at that time, we were able to figure out what
to play the next game in Jacksonville, having to find Coach Byrd’s lost suitcase on the band bus at 3:30 a.m. with Debbie Chenoweth - it had been hidden by tuba cases. 3. Saturday, Feb 1st 2020 win at Jacksonville State. No explanation needed – the guys on the team will understand why. 4. 2020 OVC Championship game win over Murray State. 5. And this one didn’t happen on the bench but one of the best memories I will always have is Debbie Chenoweth teaching me to knit on the bus. (And the best part—I won’t tell you names, but there are a few guys out there that know some good stitches, thanks to those lessons) DO YOU HAVE ANY FAVORITE FORME R PLAYE RS T H AT DE S E RVE A SHOUT OUT? This is a hard one to answer. There have been so many, but
I don’t think anyone would be surprised if I answered Mack Mercer to this question. He unfortunately spent more time sitting beside me at practice and games than he did on the court, but man, did we make the best of it! If anyone ever needs a great explanation of the Amazon Prime Show “Man in the High Castle” he is your man!
was causing the allergic episodes and help her manage day-to-day life so
YOU DESE RVE A LONG VACATION AF T E R T H I S PAST YE AR. W H E RE ARE
she could continue to participate in her sport. Second would be working with
YOU G OING AND WHAT DO YOU DO F O R E N J OYME N T W H I LE GE T T I N G
a men’s basketball athlete following an injury in the semi-finals of the OVC
TO “U NPLU G? ” I really enjoy being outside and being active. So, vacation
tournament and in a short amount of time returning him to health so he could
location still to be determined but I can tell you one thing - if it comes without
participate in the NCAA tournament game and getting to be part of that win.
cell service it would be high on the list!
D O YO U H AV E S P EC I F I C COLLEAGUES YOU GO TO I N TRY ING TIME S HERE?
There are so many. There are people who I know will make me smile/laugh (Heather Copeland and Brian Ayers). People who help talk through things or just let me vent (Renee Schultz and Matt Crahan). But my #1 go-to is Colette Keyser…she is beyond special! One of the most caring, loving, supportive people I know. There is ZERO doubt that without her I would not still be at Belmont. Every day I feel like she is my biggest cheerleader, motivator and friend.
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is a great word to describe this year because it has certainly been so. There
The memory that will stick with me is after winning and frantically traveling
SPECIFICALLY, YOU WORK VERY CLOS E LY W I T H O UR PRO GRAMS F RO M AN OPE RATIONAL STANDPOINT. HOW MUCH GO E S I N TO PUT T I N G O N A GAME / MATCH/CONTE ST THAT OU R FANS DO N ’T S E E ? A good operations person
is much like a good boxing referee. You never see them in the picture on television. They are always on the periphery. If you see them, something has happened and its usually not good. My world involves so many, many details. Game day is actually pretty easy if I do my homework before the game date. I work through my check list the week before a game, confirm those details leading up to the game and then re-confirm the details the day before a game. As games are live events, there will always be things that pop up during a game. after many years in the operations world, I can usually adapt pretty quickly to any issue that comes up. I BE LIE VE YOU ARE THE LONG E ST T E N URE D B E LMO N T AT H LE T I CS
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STEVE BARRICK
ASSOCIATE ATHLETIC DIRECTOR OF FACILITIES
E MPLOY E E . HOW HAVE YOU SE E N BE LMO N T AT H LE T I CS E VO LVE I N ALL THOSE Y EARS? So many, many changes. When I started to work in 1990,
our offices were located in Striplin Gym. Coach Byrd, Coach Whitten, Coach Cross and the athletic department secretary had offices in Striplin Gym. Coach Cross’s office also served as the ticket office on game day. We have come a long way since 1990. I had dual work duties. I was Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach and also worked in the Office of Student Services as the Intramural Director. The AD/Dean of Students, Ken Sidwell, had an office in Fidelity Hall. Our Cross Country coach worked in Admissions. You knew everyone on campus. I guess we probably had a total of less than 100 studentathletes. Now we are around 275.
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When I first started working at Belmont College, I was the youngest person
H E RE ? As of June 1, 2021, I will have been at Belmont for 31 years. This is an
in the Athletic Department. After 30 plus years, I am now the oldest. What a
easy one. The people at Belmont, and not just in the athletic department. All
role reversal. I never saw this in my future. I have so many fond memories of so
over campus: faculty, staff, student-athletes and coaches. It has been a great
many good people that I dearly miss seeing on a daily basis. There have been
ride and I am truly blessed to have been able to call Belmont my work home
so many outstanding individuals that I worked with over the years at Belmont
for the past 30 years.
that have since retired. Ken Sidwell, Betty Wiseman, Mike Strickland, Jamie
H OW WOU L D YOU DE S CR I B E YOUR R OLE HER E? As the Operations guy, I
Tillman, Dave Whitten, Rick Byrd, Tony Cross, Debbie Chenoweth and Don
do a little bit of everything. Managing the Rose Park Sport Fields Complex for
Purdy…now that is an All-Star lineup! I HAVE TRULY BEEN BLESSED. I can
Belmont has evolved over the past 10 years as a primary job responsibility.
honestly say that the relationships that I had with these individuals shaped
One of my most favorite job duties is working as a liaison for the Athletic
who I am today. And finally, the young ladies that I helped coach from 1990-
Department with the good folks in Campus Security, Facility Maintenance
1998 will always have a special place in my heart.
Service and the Curb Event Center. I have worked with so many good people
WHAT DOE S COACH BARRICK DO F O R E N J OYME N T O UTS I DE O F WO RK?
and made wonderful friendships over the years.
I love to work in my yard. I love being outdoors when it is not too hot. Yard work helps me physically and also gives me some much needed “brainless” time. I can just enjoy being outdoors and not thinking about anything.
H OW LONG H AV E YO U B EEN AT B ELM ONT AND W HAT HAS KEPT YOU HERE?
I have been at Belmont for 24 years. I have been fortunate to have worked with some of the same athletic department staff and coaches that have been here with me all 24 years. Belmont Athletics is like a family whether you have been here as long as someone like me or you were just hired. H OW WOU L D YOU DE S CR I B E YOUR R OLE HER E? I am responsible
for administration of the compliance program for Belmont University’s 17 sports and monitor all adherence to NCAA and Ohio Valley Conference rules and regulations. S P EC IF I CA L LY, YOU WOR K V ERY C LOS ELY W I TH OUR PROG RAMS FROM A CO M P L I A NC E STA N D P OI NT. HOW M UC H GOES I NTO T HE BACK-END TY PE WO RK O F H E L P I NG K EEP STUD ENT-ATHLETES ELI GI BLE ? It starts as early as
our coaches identifying their recruits all the way through undergrad graduation (and sometimes graduate school). We educate the student-athletes every year
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on what they need to do to continue to be academically eligible. Our coaches and on the field. Our academic staff also plays a big role on helping the student-athletes with academic resources in order to remain eligible. WH AT I S T H E M OST R EWAR D I NG PR OFESS I ONAL EX PE RIE NCE YOU ’VE E XP E RI E NC E D AT B E L M ONT? Watching my interns get compliance jobs after
finishing their graduate degree and working their way up within the athletic department where they are employed or at a new university. H OW HAV E YOU SE E N B ELM ONT ATHLETI CS EVOLV E IN ALL THOSE Y EARS?
There have been A LOT of changes in 24 years! Where we are today with the growth in facilities, athletic scholarships, athletic department staff and coaches, and budgets has helped us rise to a recognizable mid-major university. CO N VE R SE LY, H OW D O YOU WA NT TO S EE B ELM ONT ATHLETICS CONTINUE TO E VO LV E TH E NE X T FI V E YEA R S? We can only get better if we continue
to evolve in our facilities, athletic scholarships, athletic department staff and coaches and budgets. WH AT DO YOU DO F OR ENJOYM ENT OUTS I D E OF WORK? I enjoy spending
time with my family, especially on vacations! We love going on trips to the mountains and the beach. I love reading and running too!
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HEATHER COPELAND
ASSISTANT ATHLETIC DIRECTOR FOR COMPLIANCE
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do a great job recruiting prospects that want to be successful in the classroom
SPECIFICALLY, YOU WORK VERY CLOS E LY W I T H T H E B AS E B ALL PRO GRAM FROM AN ACADE MIC SU PPORT, E MOT I O N AL & ME N TAL H E ALT H AN D OPE RATIONAL STANDPOINT. WHAT DO YO U E N J OY MOST AB O UT S E RVI N G IN SUCH A VITAL ROLE FOR THAT P RO GRAM? What I enjoy most about
my role with our baseball program is getting to know the young men on the team and watching them grow and mature over their time at Belmont. Here in Athletics, we are in a unique position to work one-on-one with studentathletes and make a positive impact on their lives – helping them stay on track academically; encouraging them to discover their gifts and talents; and holding them accountable, when needed. I’m convinced we have some of the best, all-around student-athletes in the country. They’re not perfect, and some need more help than others; but, there’s nothing more rewarding for me than
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to watch a young person evolve into the individual God created him or her to be. I consider it a privilege to be part of that process.
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COLETTE KEYSER
ASSISTANT ATHLETIC DIRECTOR FOR SPORT OPERATIONS
WHAT IS THE MOST CHALLE NG ING PRO F E SS I O N AL E XPE RI E N CE YO U’VE FACED AT BELMONT? Without a doubt, my most challenging professional
experience in college athletics occurred this past academic year as our department and University maneuvered the COVID-19 pandemic. My leadership skills and abilities were put to the test on a daily basis, but I am proud of the steps our department took to ensure a safe and successful return to competition. W H AT I S YO U R B E ST DAV E JA RVI S STO RY ? Coach Jarvis and I have
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worked together for many years, and I consider him a very close friend.
YO U H E R E ? I will enter my 20th year of service at Belmont this fall. When
While I have plenty of funny stories I could share, my favorite Coach Jarvis
I first started working here in 2002, I never dreamed my tenure would last
story is one that continues year after year as I watch him pour his time and
as long as it has; however, I’ve formed very meaningful relationships with
energy into the lives of his student-athletes. While he’s extremely competitive
co-workers, both my department and across campus, and I realize Belmont
and loves to win, Coach Jarvis has great perspective and understands the
offers a very special work environment. Our institution’s identity as a Christian
most meaningful and important aspect of his work is developing the young
community has laid the foundation for a very positive, supportive, and
athletes on his team into responsible young men. The players on his roster
loving environment for our students and all of us who work here. I’m grateful
know he cares deeply for them and prioritizes their personal growth above
that I can openly express my faith and recognize that colleagues at other
their athletic development. He allows me to be part of that process with his
institutions don’t have that same privilege.
athletes, and I’m grateful for the opportunity. A former player who is now in
H OW WOU L D YOU DE S CR I B E YOUR R OLE HER E? Like many people in college
his mid-30s recently told me, “I don’t think you and Coach Jarvis realize how
athletics, I wear multiple hats and have responsibility for a variety of functions
much of an impact you had on my life.” That comment from him sums up the
including: managing our sports medicine and sports performance areas;
work of Dave Jarvis as our head baseball coach.
overseeing game-day operations for our sports that compete at E. S. Rose
W H AT A R E YO U R H O B B I E S O UTSI D E O F WO RK? I’m big into outdoor
Park; coordinating all Human Resource functions for the athletic department;
activities, especially those that take me into remote places to enjoy nature and
overseeing our graduate assistant and internship programs; etc. I also serve
connect with God. I love kayaking, hiking, and mounting biking. Through these
as the academic advisor to our baseball program. At its core, my role is to
activities, I’ve discovered there are beautiful sites in nature you’ll never see or
support my colleagues and our student-athletes to help them achieve success.
experience unless you get off the beaten path.
of the role I play here at Belmont. We have a small staff here in Athletics, so many of us have to wear many hats. I just make an effort to help out where needed… Whether it be a van driver, fill-in public address announcer, game administrator, media relations contact or scoreboard operator… I just want to make sure every athlete has a great experience here. YO U ’ V E MA N AG E D TO STAY C LOSELY CO NNECT ED WI T H M ANY B E L M O N T STU DE N T-ATH L E TE ALUM NI OVER T HE Y EARS. HOW H AV E YO U M A N AG E D TO DO THAT SO WELL AND WHAT ARE S O ME O F YO U R FAVO R I TE S U CCESS STO RI ES? I think the reason I stay connected to student-athlete alumni is relationships I build while they are here as student-athletes. Building that relationship is really key to what we do here in Athletics. The student-athletes need to know that they are valued, supported and loved. A hello from across campus or just spending
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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF COMPLIANCE AND STUDENT-ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT
that relationship. I try to do that on a daily basis and I think that has led to my continued connection to our alumni after they graduate. Success stories … There isn’t one in particular. I would just say that we have produced a lot of impressive alumni during my tenure here and hopefully I played a small role in the success of many of them. H OW DO YO U WA N T TO S E E B ELM O NT AT HLET I CS CO NT I NUE TO E VO LV E TH E N E X T F I V E Y EARS? I just want Belmont Athletics to continue to set the standard of a being a department that has a winning culture, high academic standards, and prepares its student-athletes for success after graduation. OV E R A L L TH E Y E A R S AT B E L M O NT, WHAT ARE YO UR TO P-5
H OW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN AT BEL M ON T A N D W H AT H AS KEPT YOU HERE? I have been at Belmont for 23 years. Why have I stayed this long? I love this city, this University and this athletic department. It is such a special community. The athletic department is definitely a low-ego environment, where everyone works together to maintain the standards both on the playing field and in the classroom that were set by our past leaders… Rick Byrd, Mike Strickland and Betty Wiseman. Plus our student-athletes are a pleasure to be around. They are not only exceptional athletes on field and high achievers in the classroom, they are just good people and they make my job a pleasure to do. AMO N GST THE ATHL ET I C STA F F, YOU A R E KNOW N AS “J O H N O F AL L T RADES” A N D T HE “ M AYOR OF BEL M ON T.” H OW WO U L D YO U D ESCRIBE YOU R R OL E HER E? I have a title… Assistant Director of Compliance and Student-Athlete Development… but it only describes part
FAVO R I TE “ FA N ” M O M E N TS? 1. 2006 – When the men’s basketball team defeated Lipscomb in the A-Sun Championship to earn the department’s first NCAA Tournament berth. It verified the decision to move the program to the Division I level. It was probably the most stressful Belmont game I have watched in person. 2. 2020 – When Tyler Scanlon made the gamewinning layup against Murray State in the OVC Championship. 3. Belmont Baseball’s back to back NCAA Tournament appearances in 2011 and 2012 and earning the department’s first NCAA Tournament win in 2011. 4. 2019 -Men’s Basketball earning their first NCAA Tournament at-large berth and then getting their first NCAA win versus Temple. 5. Coach Byrd’s 800th win and later when we named the court after him. He is such a great mentor for myself and everyone in Athletics. W H AT DO E S TH E M AYO R O F B E LM O NT D O O UTSI D E O F WO RK F O R F U N ? I enjoy watching and attending sporting events in the area, playing golf, and traveling.
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time talking and asking how they are doing can go a long way in solidifying
CAN YOU DESCRIBE YOU R ROLE IN AT H LE T I CS? In my role I support all
of our athletic programs by facilitating video and creative content for the department. Particularly in two major facets, first being live broadcasts which we stream to ESPN+. The second is creative content that we push out to social media, our website or that is used in-venue on our video boards. I also assist media relations in any sort of video content necessary to profile our programs, whether that be season previews, sit down interviews or long-form content to help engage our audience. It is fair to say if it has to do with video in our department then myself or our video staff had a role in its creation! HOW DO YOU ACCOMMODATE VIDEO N E E DS F O R ALL O F B E LMO N T ’S 1 7 ATHLETICS PROG RAMS? A lot of time management, creativity, flexibility
and a lot of grace from our coaches and student-athletes. Our coaches and
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CHRISTIAN SADLER
DIRECTOR OF ATHLETIC VIDEO OPERATIONS
gives me a lot of freedom to be strategic on what we create and the needed flexibility to adjust as things happen throughout the year. If I were to break it down—I plan as best I can, communicate it as effectively as possible and adjust as necessary. The rest comes down to getting the work done. WHAT HAS BEE N YOUR MOST RE WARDI N G PRO F E SS I O N AL E XPE RI E N CE / FONDEST ME MORY WHILE AT BE LM O N T ? There are so many amazing
moments and memories and again I think that goes back to the people. You H OW LONG H AV E YO U B EEN WOR KI NG AT B ELM ONT/ E NJ OY MOST ABOUT
genuinely want to see people here succeed. So when our student-athletes
WO RK I N G H E R E ? This June, I will have been at Belmont for my third year as
walk across that gradation stage to receive their diploma, win a conference
a full-time staff member here in the Athletic department. However, in total I
championship or land that huge internship they have been eyeing for three
have been at Belmont for nine years as I attended Belmont for undergrad and
years it is all so exciting.
graduate school.
We joke about it in our office sometimes because I always ask: “What’s your
By far my favorite thing about working at Belmont is the people. We have an
why?” For me and for this place—it truly is the people. Whatever I am doing,
amazing group of people in our department that truly invest in each other and
whatever I am creating it is to help our student-athletes in some way. To invest
our student-athletes. I’m a product of this—I was 18 years old when I joined
in them. So to think in some small part I was a part of their journey and to see
the department as a student worker. I have had so many people pour into me
them be successful - that is definitely the best and most rewarding part of
and have helped me along the way. I’m the person I am today because of the
the job!
people in this department and at this University.
HOW DO YOU WANT TO SEE BELMO N T AT H LE T I CS E VO LVE OVE R T H E
It makes it so fulfilling to go to work and serve others knowing that everyone
NE XT FIVE Y EARS? My initial thoughts would be to continue to grow so we
is doing their best to help uplift one another. This place is the example of
can offer more opportunities and experiences for our student-athletes. With
“Servant leadership” in its truest form!
that—I want to make sure we don’t lose who we “are”—which is being people first and a sort of “family.”
YO U S HA R E A N O F F I CE W I TH JOHN LA NGD ON. W HAT’S IT LIKE SHARING A N O FF I C E W I TH A CA M PUS LEGEND EACH DAY? At first, it is a little
overwhelming sharing an office with such a high-profile member of our campus community but once you get past that fact it really is a lot of fun. John does so much for this department and does a great job of being there to listen. I’ve learned a lot from him, not only in terms of professional development but also on how to be a genuinely good person who actively takes part in others lives. WH AT DO YOU DO F OR ENJOYM ENT OUTS I D E OF WORK? This might have
been the hardest question for me to answer just because I put so much into my work and making sure I am being a resource for people here at Belmont. That said, when I am not here I really do enjoy getting away and “unplugging” from technology. Whether that be taking the weekend to grill out and take it easy, go fishing or even just sit down and read a book. Quiet moments I’ve found are the most rewarding.
the Braves—I’m a huge baseball fan.
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If I’m not doing one of those things then I am usually somewhere cheering on
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WHAT BELMONT MEANS TO ME
QUE STION 1: WH AT IS YO U R M OST M EM O RAB LE E X P E R I E N C E AT
QUE ST I ON 2: HOW HAS YOUR EXPER I EN CE AT BELM ON T H ELPED
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My most memorable experience at Belmont thus far would be this past soccer season and how successful we were making it to the Southern Conference Championship. This season was one of the best in program history and
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My most memorable experience thus far is winning the OVC Championship in 2019 with my team. It was a real storybook ending for us and really exemplified our hard work and grit, so it was truly an amazing experience.
arguably one of the most difficult as well having to deal with COVID-19. What
Belmont has shown me the importance of community. The students,
made this experience memorable for me was knowing how hard every guy
professors and leadership here will do anything to help you find success, so
on our team worked during the season and in the summer and the many
not only has this helped me in my own endeavors but has showed me the
sacrifices made as well following COVID-19 protocols. Making it to the final
importance of offering that same help to those around me.
was well earned, but I know we are hungry to win a trophy next season and am very excited for the future of this program. Belmont has helped me grow as a person tremendously in my three years I have been here so far. Belmont has taught me the importance a community can have on a person. I’ve learned that it is okay to reach out and ask for help when you are in need. Belmont has provided me with so many resources and genuine people within this community who are all looking to make you as successful as possible in sports and life. I think a community so strong and
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caring like Belmont’s is very rare to come by and I am very thankful to be a member of the Belmont family. Belmont has also taught me that you have to
My most memorable experience at Belmont was recently graduating and all
grind every day to accomplish your goals, but it is worth putting the work in.
that went into that accomplishment.
My time at Belmont has pushed me to become a harder worker on the soccer field and in class. Long term, this is crucial to making what you want in your life and I have only Belmont to thank for that and fortunate to be able to learn that this early in my life.
Belmont has given me the opportunity to create so many new relationships that have helped me to grow. I have learned so much in my time here that will allow me to succeed in life after my time at Belmont.
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In my two years at Belmont, I have been provided a plethora of opportunities
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My most memorable days at Belmont have been spent on the lawn with my
to grow, learn and step out of my comfort zone. Narrowing down one
friends. At the center of our beautiful campus is the lawn, and on any warm
memorable experience seems almost impossible to do considering the
and sunny spring day it is filled with students. I spent many of those days out
impact that they have made on me. However, one occasion is an experience
there throwing a football or baseball with my friends or just lying in the sun.
we all can relate to in some capacity. In 2020, the final Presidential debate
The lawn is where relationships were built, and tons of fun memories were
was hosted at our very own Belmont University. During this debate I was
made. My favorite thing about my college experience has been the people I’ve met and been fortunate enough to become friends with and the lawn was
watch the entire debate in person. Belmont’s athletic department was crucial
where some of those relationships began.
to me doing this by writing recommendations, accommodating practice schedules and supporting my success via social media. To be able to cherish this moment with athletics made it all the more special and memorable for me. When I first began college, I had a mindset of getting my Bachelor of Science,
The environment here at Belmont has provided me a perfect space to grow in the classroom, on the court, and in my faith. In the classroom I have had the privilege to learn from professors who are excited about what they teach. On the court I’ve grown stronger and closer to my teammates. The community at
getting my Doctorate and getting a job. Simple, easy and to the point.
Belmont has helped me grow in my faith immensely as well through campus
However, over the past two years I have evolved from this simplistic and
events, FCA, and service events organized by my team. After three years, I
fixated train of thought. I have been able to explore and develop a passion
can’t believe how much I’ve grown and changed, and I can’t imagine myself
for psychology which has led to me double majoring. Through a required
anywhere else.
BELL core course of speech 101 I have been able to find job opportunities moderating for large events and found a new love for public speaking. I have been able to become more rooted in my Belmont community through various extracurricular activities as well. Some of these avenues include joining S.A.A.C (Student Athlete Advisory Committee), creating a new committee called P.A.C.C (Preparing Athletes for Cultural Connections) and being selected to represent our university as a Belmont Ambassador. The mindset I held two years ago allowed only enough room for me to accomplish large
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broad goals. However, the path I have stumbled upon to get there is one of growth, exploration, and a lot of hard work. Today I can confidently say that my dreams are bigger, my passions are brighter, and my future is just beginning at Belmont University.
I will always remember the golf tournaments when we are lucky enough to have all the players stay in the same condo or house. There are always plenty of fun memories and laughs that make the whole trip enjoyable. We all look forward to those trips the most. Everything that I have done with Fellowship of Christian Athletes has really had an impact on me. I have gotten to know so many people that have helped me grow in Christ and in everything I do.
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privileged enough to not only volunteer as a hostess at the event but also
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The most memorable experience was the opportunity to compete and medal
The best memory that I have from Belmont happened recently where we
at the OVC outdoor conference meet in 2019. As a competitor, that was a
won the OVC conference for the first time in Belmont history. We went to
day when I truly was blessed by God. At that meet not only did I achieve
the tournament as a complete underdog and managed to finish on top
my personal best; but I had my most competitive competition, duking it
after an electric final against Tennessee Tech. Definitely the best moment I
out for over two hours with another athlete. Beyond my own performance,
experienced at Belmont thus far.
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that meet the most memorable, is having my team and school cheering me on the whole time.
The experiences that I’ve accumulated so far at Belmont helped me to grow as a more dedicated teammate and I also am very thankful for this great opportunity that was given to me. Being a Belmont student-athlete has given me the opportunity to meet new people and build relationships that will
I have gained a lot of knowledge at Belmont. However, it hasn’t been the
definitely help me to succeed in the future.
knowledge that allowed me to grow as a person; but the responsibility and discipline that comes with competing for the track team and being a double major. I still struggle sometimes as I try to balance ministry, school and track. But the discipline and responsibilities of a student-athlete has really helped grow me into the man I am today, and I thank God for giving me this blessing.
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My most memorable experiences at Belmont thus far have definitely included
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my time as a student-athlete. There is something so special about being
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able to represent your school at competition and even practices out at the
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courses. If I had to choose one, I would say one of my favorite memories apart from traveling and competing would be all of the time I spent in the athletic
My most memorable experience at Belmont was beating Temple in the First Four of the NCAA tournament to win Belmont’s first ever NCAA tournament game. Hopefully this favorite memory will be exceeded in the next upcoming season. I look forward to growing as a team to bring success to the program and university.
department talking and laughing with the staff there. They are the best! My experience at Belmont has helped me grow as a person more than I could have ever imagined. I have learned that hard work always pays off, no matter what it may be. I have also learned that things do not always go as planned, but will work out for the best with the right people by your side - everything
My experience at Belmont has helped me form relationships and friendships
really does happen for a reason! I have an amazing support system at Belmont
that will last a lifetime. I wouldn’t change my decision for the world and I’m
and I am so blessed for the values I have learned. I would not trade my time
forever thankful for this community.
here for the world.
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EXERCISE SCIENCE
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G R A D U AT E S T U D E N T
MASTERS OF ARTS IN TEACHING
The most memorable experience I’ve had at Belmont so far is getting to
My most memorable moments at Belmont thus far have been team meals.
play on the field with my sister again. When she graduated high school, I
Getting to eat with all of my teammates after games while traveling on the
thought we’d never play on the same field again. I was so grateful that I
road is the best! No matter if we win or lose, we are able to laugh, cheer each
was able to come to Belmont and play softball not only because of the
other up, and enjoy each other’s company. I really took them for granted
inviting atmosphere, but because it gave me another chance to play
before COVID. I will forever be grateful for the friendship and love that holds
beside my best friend.
our team together no matter the outcomes of a season and getting to groan and enjoy team meals together has been the best part.
to be. One would feel alone coming into a new experience like college, but
My experiences at Belmont have taught me what it means to be resilient
the staff and community here at Belmont have been nothing but welcoming.
through several adversities including multiple coaching changes and injuries.
They have all supported me through the college crisis of changing majors and
Instead of giving up, I leaned on my teammates for support and told myself
helped me get on track for where I want to be in the future. My professors
to keep going. Through the courses and inviting faculty at Belmont, I have
have been a huge part of getting me out into the real world and get the
become a better communicator and made connections that will help me in my
experience I need to be successful.
future career. I am no longer a shy girl who is scared to speak up in class but rather a confident future teacher.
SOMER HENRY WOMEN’S TENNIS
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SENIOR
C R E AT I V E & E N T E R TA I N M E N T I N D U S T R I E S
TUTI JONES WOMEN’S BASKETBALL
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SOPHOMORE
S P O R T S A D M I N I S T R AT I O N
I have had so many memorable experiences at Belmont I can’t just pick one. All of our traveling weekends are extremely memorable! The whole team
My most memorable experience would definitely be winning the OVC
is together nonstop and it is the best! I think the trips make everyone grow
championship. There was a lot of hard work that went into this season and the
closer together and memories are made that will last a lifetime!
joy that everyone had after the win was something I will never forget.
Belmont has pushed me to be the best version of myself on and off the tennis
My experience at Belmont has helped me grow as a person because the staff
court. My communication skills, work ethic, teamwork and positive attitude
here taught me what it meant to be consistent. One of the main things my
have grown tremendously during my time at Belmont thus far. I continue to
coaches and teachers repeated was how important it was to stay consistent,
grow in ways I didn’t even know were possible! Belmont has provided the
and it really got me through my freshman year. This year was filled with ups
most amazing environment and support system for me and my teammates. I
and downs but the people at Belmont helped me grow to say the least.
can’t wait to see how I continue to better myself with the help of everything Belmont embodies.
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Coming into Belmont I was a small fish in a big pond as any freshman tends
F U T UR E B RUINS IN T HE W ORK F ORCE : B E L MON T S T UDE N T AT HL E T E S BY COL L E G E COLLEGE OF THEOLOGY & CHRISTIAN MINISTRY (3)
WATKINS COLLEGE OF ART (3)
O'MORE COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN (5) INTERDISCIPLINARY MAJORS (3)
COLLEGE OF MUSIC & PERFORMING ARTS (3)
UNDECLARED (5)
GRADUATE SCHOOL (16)
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COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES (59) COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES (35)
270
S T U D E N T- AT H L E T E S BY COLLEGE
COLLEGE OF SCIENCES & MATHEMATICS (36) COLLEGE OF ENTERTAINMENT & MUSIC BUSINESS (18)
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS (89)
BY T HE NUMB E RS: S T UDE N T- AT HL E T E A C A DE MICS AT B E L MON T
3.510 ALL 15 COMBINED OVER ALL
G PA FOR TH E 2020 –21 ACADEMIC YEAR
TEAMS EARNED A 3.28+
ALL-AMERICANS
47TH
CONSECUTIVE SEMESTER O F A D E PA R T M E N TA L 3 . 0 + G PA
247 STUDENT-ATHLETES EARNED A 3.0+ FOR THE SPRING 2021 SEMESTER
3.567 SPRING 2021
D E PA R T M E N TA L G PA
98%
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CONFERENCE S C H O L A R - AT H L E T E AWA R D R E C I P I E N T S
N C A A’ S G R A D S U C C E S S R AT E F O R B E L M O N T S T U D E N T- AT H L E T E S
5 TEAMS
R A N K E D T O P 1 0 % I N N C A A’ S AC A D E M I C P R O G R E S S R AT E
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IN NCAA DIVISION I HISTORY
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EARNED A PERFECT 4.0 FOR THE SPRING 2021 SEMESTER
BOTH SEMESTERS
2ND HIGHEST DEPARTMENTAL GPA
COSIDA ACADE MIC
53 STUDENT-ATHLETES
COS T OF E X P E RIE NCE : K E E PING B E L MON T AT HL E T ICS COMP E T I T I V E
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NUMBER OF S T U D E N T- AT H L E T E S
S T U D E N T- AT H L E T E S ’ COST OF EXPERIENCE
270 X $61,199 === $16,523,730 T O TA L A N N U A L C O S T O F E X P E R I E N C E
B R E A K DO W N OF B E L MON T AT HL E T IC GI V IIN G : L A S T F I V E Y E A RS In 2019, Belmont Athletics set its path to increasing private philanthropic support to the department by setting a goal of raising
$2,000,000 O V E R A L L AT H L E T I C S G O A L B Y 2 0 2 2 :
$2,000,000 for athletics by 2022. Despite the immense challenges of COVID-19 and uncertainty surrounding private giving entering the fiscal year, we are humbled to announce that the 2021 fiscal year will result in yet another record-setting year of athletic fundraising results for the Bruins. As of May 2021, Belmont Athletics has raised just short of $1,500,000 dollars. Thanks to the generosity of you and every other Bruin Club member, we are proud to say the bar has continued
I N 2 0 2 1 , B E L M O N T AT H L E T I C S RAISED A RECORD-SETTING
philanthropy, Belmont’s current student-athletes are able to benefit from an unparalleled level of resources and support compared to any point in our history. THANK YOU!
INCREASE IN O V E R A L L AT H L E T I C S GIVING SINCE FY16
Informational graphs on the past five years of athletic giving are shown below, including: number of donors, Bruin Club (annual fund) giving and overall athletic giving.
AT H L E T I C S D O N O R S 1000
BRUIN CLUB GIVING
O V E R A L L AT H L E T I C G I V I N G
250,000
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1,200,000
600
150,000
900,000
400
100,000
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Athletics Bruin Club
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
0
2017
2018
2019 2020 2021
0
2017
2018
2019 2020 2021
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287% $1,424,254!
to be raised for what we can accomplish together. Due to your
GIVING PRIORITIES
In addition to providing annual giving support through the Bruin Club, donors may opt to give to a specific sport or endow their own scholarship to benefit a specific team. All gifts to these three areas accrue Bruin Club benefits. Donors may choose to make a gift to any of the following teams: • Baseball • Men’s & Women’s Basketball • Cheerleading 2021–22 MEMBERSHIP GUIDE | 38
• Men’s & Women’s Golf • Men’s & Women’s Soccer • Softball • Men’s & Women’s Tennis • Men’s & Women’s Track & Field (Indoor and Outdoor) • CASH/CHECK
& Cross Country • Volleyball
• O N L I N E A T BELMONTBRUINCLUB.COM • T R A N S F E R O F S E C U R I T I E S
E N D O W E D AT H L E T I C S C H O L A R S H I P S
The largest expense any athletic department incurs is the cost of scholarships for deserving student-
• B E Q U E S T O R B E N E F I C I A R Y D E S I G N AT I O N • G I F T S O F T A N G I B L E P R O P E R T Y S U C H A S R E A L E S TAT E
athletes. Belmont Athletics supports 132 scholarships annually. Our long-term goal is to endow as much of this cost as possible. The minimum gift to establish a named endowment is $25,000, payable over one to five years. Visit BelmontBruinClub.com for
• GIFTS-IN-KIND • B E L M O N T E M P L O Y E E P AY R O L L D E D U C T I O N
For more information or to ask questions about ways to give, please contact Russell Grimm, Director of Athletic Fundraising at 615.460.5668 or russell.grimm@belmont.edu
more information.
WAYS T O SUP P OR T B E L MON T AT HL E T ICS BETTY WISEMAN MISSION FUND
Due to the support of the Betty Wiseman Mission Fund, hundreds of student-
of Belmont basketball players to Poland. We are looking forward to providing
athletes, coaches and staff have been able to serve the world with God’s love
these mission trip experiences again starting this Fall after being unable to
across nearly 40 different Belmont athletic mission trips. The Betty Wiseman
serve others on these trips in 2020 due to COVID-19.
Mission Fund exists solely to help our student-athletes serve on these mission
As of April 7, 2021 the Betty Wiseman Mission Fund has received 178 gifts,
trips each year. We recently celebrated the 25th year of Betty’s mission trips. These amazing trips are still making an eternal impact on our student-athletes’
pledges and pledge payments from 63 donors, resulting in over $20,000 raised to the fund this fiscal year alone.
faith journeys, just as they did in 1995 when Betty Wiseman first took a group
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A MP: AT HL E T E ME N T ORSHIP P ROG R A M ABOUT
The Athlete Mentorship Program (AMP) helps initiate and develop relationships between Belmont student-athletes and professionals from a wide array of industries in the Nashville area. These connections provide the studentathlete with guidance and direction in areas such as personal goals, career development, networking and future employment opportunities. Additionally, AMP offers personal development that will assist student-athletes as they transition to life after Belmont. The hope for AMP participants is that the connection between the mentor and mentee will grow and develop into a longterm professional relationship. AMP is the brainchild of Belmont Athletics Director Scott Corley and was 2021–22 MEMBERSHIP GUIDE | 40
created in 2018. In the 2020-21 academic year, AMP’s third year of existence, 34 student-athletes from nine different sports participated in the program. This year’s group of mentors come from a number of career fields including accounting, entrepreneurship, finance, health care, music business, public relations, sales and sports. The group also boasts 14 Belmont alumni, including 10 former student-athletes.
“Belmont’s Athlete Mentorship
“For me, the Athletics Mentoring
Program has been truly beneficial in
Program (AMP) has provided me
helping me navigate my current life
with a new contact, mentor, and
as a student-athlete while preparing
friend. She has provided me with
me for my transition out of collegiate
valuable insights of what to expect
athletics and into my career. My
of the job market within my industry
mentor has experience working at the
as well as productive conversations
same company where I am interning
that has built my confidence. The
this summer, so he has been a massive
program has also offered interactions
help to me as I prepare for this
with an interview coach that will
upcoming opportunity. Additionally,
better prepare me for the job
he has offered me tons of valuable
search after college.”
advice regarding graduate school, and he has broadened my horizons by
JESSICA MATTSSON
discussing the various career paths
WOMEN’S TRACK AND FIELD
that people with my major can take.”
JUNIOR
JP ARMBRUSTER MEN’S SOCCER JUNIOR
BRUINS BATTLE COVID-19
2020-21 COMMUNITY SERVICE
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~4000 COVID-19 TESTS ADMINISTERED BY BELMONT’S
AT H L E T I C T R A I N I N G S TA F F T H I S Y E A R
8400+ MEALS D E L I V E R E D B Y B E L M O N T AT H L E T I C D E PA R T M E N T S TA F F, C O A C H E S A N D S T U D E N T- AT H L E T E S A L O N G S I D E S O D E X O
B E L MON T B A SK E T B A L L T ICK E T INF ORM AT ION SEASON TICKETS
GROUP TICKETS*
• $165: Regular price
Men’s Games & Doubleheaders
• $25–$82.50: Belmont Young Alumni*
• $10 Adult // $4 Youth
*Young Alumni are defined as those who have
(Minimum of 10 tickets purchased)
graduated within the past 10 years and are under 33
Women’s Games
years old. To redeem your Young Alumni discount,
• $3 Adult // $1 Youth
call 615.460.BALL or email tickets@belmont.edu.
(Minimum of 10 tickets purchased)
If paying by check, please write separate checks for
*Tickets must be purchased in advance to receive the
your Bruin Club gift and season tickets. Both may be
group rate discount. Tickets will not be available for
issued to Belmont University.
purchase at the discounted rate on the day of the game. To inquire, please call 615.460.BALL or email
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F L E X PAC K
• $79: 10 ticket credit vouchers • $119: 20 ticket credit vouchers Flex Pack vouchers are good for any home game in any combination at a fraction of the cost of a full-price adult ticket. We are now offering online redemption options. Ask us how to take advantage! Physical vouchers can be redeemed at the Curb Event Center Ticket Office to receive a game ticket. Tickets are subject to availability. SINGLE GAME TICKETS Men’s Games & Doubleheaders
• $15 Adult / $6 Youth (Ages 3–17) • No ticket required for youth ages 2 and under
tickets@belmont.edu. C O N TA C T I N F O R M AT I O N
Belmont University Curb Event Center Ticket Office 2002 Belmont Blvd. Nashville, TN 37212 Phone: 615.460.BALL Email: tickets@belmont.edu T I C K E T O F F I C E H O U R S O F O P E R AT I O N
Monday–Friday: 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Closed Saturday & Sunday Day of Event: Ticket Office opens two hours prior to event time and closes after halftime. T I C K E T O F F I C E P AY M E N T O P T I O N S
Women’s Games
Cash, check, MasterCard, Visa, Discover
• $5 Adult / $2.50 Youth (Ages 3–17)
& American Express
• No ticket required for youth ages 2 and under
D I D YO U K N OW ?
WILL-CALL
General will-call is located at the Ticket Office in
If you are unable to attend a game, you can
will-call is open 90 minutes prior to game time and
TEXT 615-460-BALL (2255)
remains open through halftime.
to give back your unused basketball tickets
the East Rotunda in the Curb Event Center. General
for other Bruin Fans to enjoy!
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116
114
112
115
114
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104
114
109
111108
RESERVED SEATING
103 102
115
GENERAL ADMISSION
BRUIN CLUB
STUDENT SECTION
KID ZONE
101
116
109
YOUNG ALUMNI
110
112
122
105
114
106
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110 113105 CURBSIDE SEATING
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109
107 112
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“ THE BEST S EATS IN T H E H O U S E!” 110 105 104 to sit "Curbside" for Belmont 107 Don't miss your chance Basketball in the most coveted seats in the Curb Event 106These seats put you closer to the action than Center. ever before! 109
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P R E MIUM “ CUR B SIDE ” SE AT ING
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"Curbside" seats require an annual donation of $1,000 per seat, plus the cost of season ticket ($165/per).
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Seats include complimentary pre-game beverage and popcorn service. Please contact Russell Grimm at russell.grimm@belmont.edu to inquire about availability!
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2021 B RUIN CL UB GOL F CL A SSIC S AV E T H E D AT E
Join your fellow Bruin Club members, alumni, parents and friends for the annual Bruin Club Golf Classic presented by Enterprise Solutions. This year’s tournament will host 32 teams and feature a silent auction event. Last year’s tournament raised a record of nearly $30,000 for Belmont Athletics and sold out quickly. Contact Russell Grimm, Director of Athletic Fundraising, at 615.460.5668 or russell.grimm@belmont.edu to reserve your spot ASAP! WHEN: Friday, September 3, 2021 WHERE: Gaylord Springs
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PROJECTED TEE TIME: 8 a.m. Shotgun Start Tee Time COST: $1,000 per foursome
Sponsorships with foursomes included available at: $2,500 – Driving Range Sponsor $5,000 – Gift Sponsor $7,500 – Reception Sponsor All golfers will receive breakfast, lunch, exclusive Bruin gear and an invitation to a post-tournament awards reception with catered dinner and a silent auction featuring unique Belmont, Nashville, Tennessee and southern items, and experiences!
PRESENTED BY
ME E T T HE S TA F F
RUSSELL GRIMM
DIRECTOR OF ATHLETIC FUNDRAISING 615.460.5668
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R U S S E L L . G R I M M @ B E L M O N T. E D U
In 2011, Grimm transitioned from Ann Arbor to Boston, Massachusetts,
Director of Athletics Fundraising since November 2016, where he oversees
accepting a position as Assistant Director of Development for the Boston
all aspects of athletic fundraising including Bruin Club giving, scholarship
College Athletic Department. As a team member with the “Flynn Fund,”
endowment and facility projects. Since coming home to Belmont, Grimm
Boston College’s 4,500-donor, $20 million annual fundraising organization,
has helped engineer a 230% increase in annual giving to Belmont Athletics.
Grimm focused primarily on oversight of the Donor-Based Seating program,
Additionally, he has helped steer conversations that have led to the creation of
responsible for over $6 million in annual revenue. In his time on Chestnut
15 new endowed scholarships for Belmont Athletics, a 150% increase in the area. Grimm graduated from the University of Tennessee in 2007 with a B.S. in
Hill, Grimm was part of an athletics team responsible for a portion of Boston College’s university-wide $1.5 billion “Light the World” Capital Campaign.
Journalism and Electronic Media. Following his time in Knoxville, he moved back
From there, Grimm accepted a position at Virginia Commonwealth University
home to Nashville to pursue his Masters of Sport Administration from Belmont,
as Assistant Athletic Director for Development. In his role at VCU, Grimm was
graduating from the University’s MSA Program in 2009. Grimm began his career in athletic development at the University of Michigan Athletic Department, working as Development Associate for the “Victors Club.” At Michigan, Grimm was part of fundraising team responsible for the $226 million capital campaign for renovation and expansion of Michigan Stadium. During his time in Ann Arbor, Grimm provided integral support with annual and major gift giving, premium seating and suite sales for the 3,000-seat, 81-suite expansion of Michigan Stadium, as well as assisting with the day-to-day development operations for the $30 million annual fund and its $20,000 + members.
responsible for securing new and existing donors to the “Ram Athletic Fund,” a 3,500-donor, $4 million annual operation, for both annual and major gifts. His unit oversaw tremendous growth during his tenure, helping to increase total gifts to the Ram Athletic Fund by 43 percent including record-breaking fundraising numbers in three consecutive years. In his time at VCU, Grimm was successful in securing over 50 major gifts for both capital projects and athletic scholarship endowments, while advancing the University’s “Make Giving Real” Capital Campaign. Grimm and his wife, Erin, reside in West Nashville with their dogs, Jackson and Franklin.
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A native of Franklin, TN, Russell Grimm has been with Belmont University as
F R E QUE N T LY A SK E D QUE S T IONS W H Y D O E S T H E B E L M O N T AT H L E T I C
D O I H AV E T O G I V E $ 1 0 0 T O B E A B R U I N C L U B M E M B E R ?
D E PA R T M E N T N E E D G I F T S T O T H E B R U I N C L U B ?
While we do accept and appreciate any and all financial contributions, your gift
The Bruin Club provides critical support of our student athletes and coaches.
must meet the $100 minimum to receive Bruin Club membership benefits.
It also allows Belmont to address the rising costs that are associated with a highly competitive Division I program. The support of our members allows our
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coaches and our teams to build and maintain successful sports programs.
W H AT I S T H E V I N C E G I L L R O O M ?
The Vince Gill Room serves as the main hospitality room for the Bruin Club. Located above the main concourse on the west side of the Curb Event Center,
Your support is an investment in the lives of each student-athlete who wears
the Vince Gill Room overlooks the arena and serves as a place for Bruin Club
the Belmont uniform. Bruin Club gifts primarily underwrite student-athlete
members who contribute $1,000 or more and enjoy hospitality privileges before
scholarships but also support updated training facilities and equipment, team
tip-off and during halftime of men’s and women’s basketball games. Bruin Club
travel, academic support programs and other essential components required to
members who contribute $500 or more may access the Vince Gill Room at
support Belmont’s teams.
halftime only.
HOW DO I JOIN THE BRUIN CLUB?
DOES MY BRUIN CLUB MEMBERSHIP ALLOW ME TO PURCHASE
You can join by returning the enclosed membership form or contacting
BASKETBALL SEASON TICKETS?
Russell Grimm, Director of Athletic Fundraising, at russell.grimm@belmont.edu
You do not have to give to the Bruin Club to purchase basketball season tickets.
or 615.460.5668. You can also make a gift by visiting BelmontBruinClub.com.
However, if you are interested in sitting in the Bruin Club sections (115 & 116), or
I S M Y D O N AT I O N T O T H E B R U I N C L U B TA X - D E D U C T I B L E ?
enjoying the new courtside seats, a corresponding gift must be made. See the
Yes and no. Belmont University is a 501(c)3 tax-deductible organization. An acknowledgment letter will be sent to you upon receiving your gift and will
benefits chart for details. W H Y M U S T I C O N T R I B U T E T O H AV E A C C E S S I N T O T H E V I N C E G I L L
serve as a receipt of your contribution. By law as of 1/1/2018, gifts that accrue
R O O M O R S I T I N T H E D E S I G N AT E D B R U I N C L U B S E C T I O N S ?
seating benefits are NOT tax deductible. However, if you elect to decline
While we appreciate any and all financial contributions, we do require a
seating benefits, your gift may be 100% tax deductible. As with any tax inquiry,
minimum gift of $500 to purchase basketball season tickets in the Bruin Club
you should consult with your tax advisor.
section and to visit the Vince Gill Room at halftime. We require a minimum gift
HOW IS MY MONEY USED?
Your gift will contribute to the future success of our student-athletes. 100% of your Bruin Club donation goes to support the greatest needs of Belmont’s Athletic Department, as determined by the Athletic Director on an annual basis.
of $1,000 to visit the Vince Gill Room for the pre-game meal and Chalk Talk. This is due to the cost of food and beverages served and the desire of the Bruin Club to ensure the benefits received at this contribution level are a commitment privilege.
These priorities vary from year to year but are always focused on enhancing our
For more information, please review the benefits chart in this membership guide, on
program for the benefit of our athletes and coaches. We need your continued
our website at BelmontBruinClub.com or contact Russell Grimm, Director of Athletic
help and support more and more each year as Belmont athletes strive to
Fundraising at 615.460.5668 or russell.grimm@belmont.edu.
achieve success on and off the field. W H AT A R E T H E D E A D L I N E S F O R M Y C O N T R I B U T I O N ?
The Bruin Club operates on a fiscal year calendar, in line with the University calendar. Therefore, Bruin Club memberships begin June 1 and end May 31 of the following year. For gifts that accrue seating benefits for men’s and women’s basketball, contributions must be received before season tickets are purchased.
To read Belmont’s nondiscrimination statement, visit BELMONT.EDU/NONDISCRIMINATION.
2021–22 B RUIN CL UB A P P L IC AT ION TO M A K E YO U R G I F T O N L I N E : BELMONTBRUINCLUB.COM
OR PLEASE MAIL COMPLETED FORM TO: Bruin Club Office of Development, Fidelity Hall 105 1900 Belmont Boulevard, Nashville, TN 37212 Name ____________________________________________ Address __________________________________________ _________________________________________________ City, State, Zip _____________________________________ _________________________________________________ Home Phone ______________________________________ Work Phone _______________________________________ Email Address _____________________________________ I AM JOINING AS A q White Bruin ($100–499)
q Silver Bruin ($2,500–4,999)
q Blue Bruin ($500–999)
q Gold Bruin ($5,000–9,999
q Red Bruin ($1,000–2,499)
q Platinum Bruin ($10,000+)
Enclosed is my gift of $______________________________ q Belmont Athletic Association Bruin Club q Other sport______________________________________ For additional information regarding Bruin Club benefits, please see page 15.
q I am interested in supporting the new Belmont Athletic Facilities, please contact me!
q I am interested in “Curbside” seating if there is availability ($1,000/seat annually plus cost of season ticket)
q I am interested in a Curb Event Center suite if there is availability ($10,000–$12,500 annually)
CONTINUED ON OTHER SIDE
P AY M E N T M E T H O D q Personal Check (payable to Belmont University; please put “Bruin Club” or specific sport in memo line) q I am a University employee. Please contact me to establish a payroll deduction. q I would like to make my gift in monthly payments. Please contact me to set up a monthly donation to Belmont Athletics. q Visa
q MC
q Discover
q AmEx
Card #___________________________________________ CVV _________________ Exp._______ / ________ Signature __________________________________________ q I am initiating a matching gift from my employer Company Name _____________________________________
L E A RN MOR E I AM INTERESTED IN LEARNING M O R E A B O U T… q Scholarship endowments and how I can further support the mission of Belmont Athletics in perpetuity q Supporting Belmont’s new athletic facilities. q Making a gift and designating it to a specific sport q Including Belmont Athletics in my will RECRUIT A BRUIN Help us identify others who would enjoy being a part of Belmont Athletics. Who do you know who may be interested in attending games or joining the Bruin Club? Name_____________________________________________ Phone number_____________________________________ Email address______________________________________
For any questions regarding the Bruin Club, please contact Russell Grimm, Director of Athletics Fundraising, at 615.460.5668 or russell.grimm@belmont.edu.
To read Belmont’s nondiscrimination statement, visit BELMONT.EDU/NONDISCRIMINATION.
THE BRUIN CLUB Belmont University • 1900 Belmont Boulevard • Nashville, TN 37212 For more information, please call 615.460.5668 or visit belmontbruinclub.com
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