CSC members named to third class of NCAA Division III Athletic Communicators Emerging Elite Program
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"Division III athletics communicators play a vital role in elevating the student-athlete experience and showcasing the achievements and values that define Division III. The Emerging Elite Program provides a valuable opportunity to strengthen their skills, expand their networks and support their continued professional growth."
– Louise McCleary, Vice President of Division III
Thirty participants have been selected for the third class of the NCAA Division III Athletic Communicators Emerging Elite Program by the NCAA Division III Governance staff.
These Division III athletic communicators were selected from all those nominated this fall by their leaders and peers for participation in the program. Launched in 2024, the Athletic Communicators Emerging Elite Program is a professional development initiative hosted annually in December at the NCAA National Office in Indianapolis. In addition to the in-person program in Indianapolis, all participants will be able to receive a one-time complimentary registration to CSC Unite 2027, to be held June 13-16 in Orlando.
“We are proud to continue our partnership with NCAA Division III to provide this valuable professional development opportunity for emerging leaders in athletic communications," CSC Executive Director Jason Yaman said. "This program reflects CSC’s commitment to helping our members grow professionally, build meaningful connections with their peers, and develop the skills needed to advance in our profession. We look forward to seeing how this year’s class benefits from the experience and continues to shape the future of Division III communications.”
Created in partnership with D3SIDA and College Sports Communicators, the program is designed to elevate the next generation of athletic communication leaders in Division III. Participants engage in interactive sessions focused on leadership development, managing and growing a team, cross-department collaboration, and navigating the evolving landscape of college athletics communications.
Thirty participants are selected each year and receive full funding to attend the program in Indianapolis. Each institution and conference office may nominate up to two participants.
2026-27 NCAA Division III Athletic Communicators Emerging Elite Program participants
| Name | Organization | Title | Conference |
| Sophia Anderson | Oberlin College | Assistant Director of Athletics Communications | North Coast Athletic Conference |
| Julia Berg | Brandeis University | Social Media Associate | University Athletic Association |
| Kendis Butler | Penn State Harrisburg | Assistant Director of Athletic Communications | United East Conference |
| Abbie Campion | Saint Mary's University of Minnesota | Sports Information Director | Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Ryan Castaneda | University of Wisconsin - Superior | Sports Information Manager | Upper Midwest Athletic Conference |
| Evelyn DeVaux | Trinity College (CT) | Assistant Athletic Communications Director | New England Small College Athletic Conference |
| Sierra Dickson | American Southwest Conference | Assistant Commissioner | American Southwest Conference |
| Gabrielle Ducharme | Chapman University | Assistant Sports Information Director | Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Elizabeth Garabed | Cenentary University | Sports Information Director | Atlantic East Conference |
| Aaron Gray | University of California, Santa Cruz | Director of Athletic Communications | Coast-To-Coast Athletic Conference |
| Charlie Grey | Carroll University (WI) | Director of Athletic Communications | College Conference of Illinois & Wisconsin |
| Riley Holmes | Goucher College | Director of Athletic Communications | Landmark Conference |
| Sam Hopp | Ripon College | Director of Athletic Communications | Midwest Conference |
| Charles Huschka | University of Wisconsin - River Falls | Assistant Sports Information Director | Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Garrett Landin | Trinity University (Texas) | Assistant Athletic Director - Sports Communication | Southern Athletic Association |
| Briley Lawson | Elmira College | Sports Information Director | Empire 8 |
| Nick Lewis | Middlebury College | Director of Athletic Communications | New England Small College Athletic Conference |
| Simon Luedtke | University of Puget Sound | Director of Athletic Communciations | Northwest Conference |
| James McGlynn | Hamilton College | Assistant Sports Information Director | New England Small College Athletic Conference |
| Jordan Modjeski | Saint John's University | Assistant Director of Athletic Communications | Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Emma Monismith | Juniata College | Assistant Director for Athletic Communications & Digital Media | Landmark Conference |
| Allie Osterhoudt | North Atlantic Conference | Assistant Commissioner | North Atlantic Conference |
| Leandro Pares | Middle Atlantic Conference | Assistant Executive Director for Communications | Middle Atlantic Conference |
| Mike Prang | Adrian College | Sports Information Director | Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association |
| Zac Saylor | Randolph-Macon College | Director of Athletic Communications | Old Dominion Athletic Conference |
| Griffin Schmoyer | Wilkes University | Assistant Sports Information Director | Landmark Conference |
| Faith Wayman | California Lutheran University | Sports Information Director | Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Marissa Weiss | Depauw University | Assistant Director of Athletics Communications | North Coast Athletic Conference |
| Emily Wilcox | Albion College | Assistant AD for Sport Communications | Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association |
| Benjamin Zacher | Norwich University | Associate Director of Athletic Communications |
Great Northeast Athletic Conference |