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Thank you to everyone who celebrated the fourth CoSIDA Membership Recognition Week in 2019. Each year, we're excited to see more people and groups get involved in recognizing and supporting athletics communications professionals. While it's much more than a social media campaign — we hope that that athletic directors, commissioners, student-athletes, media, members of national associations and coaching associations will take the opportunity to show true appreciation on campus — we are sharing some of our favorite posts we saw during the week.  Remember to #ThankYourSID and support your SID year round.

In the true spirit of the week, many CoSIDA members chose to participate by taking time to honor their mentors, student workers, co-workers and friends.

The CoSIDA staff especially thanks the members of the committee that helped develop and implement everything that went into the week including Sam Atkinson (Gallaudet/CoSIDA First Vice President), Lindy Brown (Duke), Tommy Chasanoff (Cumberlands), Michael Damon (The Scorer’s Table), Chas Dorman (Penn), Jae Lynn Ellison (William Jewell), Kelli Elmore (KCAC), David Gibson (Indiana), Michael Hawkins (Francis Marion), Rob Knox (Towson/CoSIDA Past President), Sheila Morrigan (MIAA), Dan Ruede (New Haven), Steven Schauer (Concordia Wisconsin), Bill Smith (Liberty), Ricky Webster (NJCAA), Monyae Williamson (Western Illinois), Nathan Yacovissi (Dallas), and Amy Yakola (Atlantic Coast Conference).

Gallery: (11/20/2019) 2019 CoSIDA Week Member Quotes

See more by visiting @CoSIDAnews on Instagram with submitted photos for the new "Inside The (Press) Box" series.

There were too many highlights from the week to pick favorites, but here are some great social posts we saw during the week...

To see all the social media highlights, search #ThankYourSID on Twitter or Instagram.

ESPN's Jay Bilastook time to recognize SIDs and mention CoSIDA Membership Recognition Week with a special edition of "94 feet" while the crew was in Oregon for a game with the Ducks againt Memphis. His entertaining interview featured Oregon's Greg Walker.

To celebrate @CoSIDAnews Membership Recognition Week, a special edition of '94 Feet' with @JayBilas and Oregon SID Greg Walker from the Moda Center #ThankYourSID

?? No. 14 Oregon faces No. 13 Memphis tonight (9 p.m. ET | ESPN) pic.twitter.com/CByt2p4GId

— ESPN PR (ESPNPR)

I was an SID for 6 years. Before that, I was a college athlete who saw my SID manage 20+ sports solo. SIDs have the most thankless roles in sports.

We could not do our jobs here at ESPN without the indefatigable work of SIDs around the country. We appreciate y'all! #ThankYourSID

A big thank you to our Athletic Communications Office which does so much inform the public about our athletic programs and student athletes! @OCComm @OCcomm...

Prepping for biggest college football game today bet. No. 1 @LSUfootball & No. 2 @AlabamaFTBL w/ huge CFBPlayoff implications, commentator/radio host @finebaum & reporter/host @LauraRutledge wanted to send their appreciation to @CoSIDAnews members during #ThankYourSID week. @SEC pic.twitter.com/DI5ts8oBQ7

— CoSIDA (@CoSIDAnews)

My #ThankYourSID appreciation tweet goes out to my sister @asKenishaPR There aren’t enough words to express how much you mean to me. You have been there for every victory and every challenge of my career. I would not be here without you. Love you to life ???? pic.twitter.com/furUCwvisk

A salute to my big brother, Dave, who introduced me to the SID profession and helped me land my first job. He has been a difference maker in my life. #ThankYourSID pic.twitter.com/gIGi6qL1gL

Being a SID means we work late nights, long hours and rarely get told thank you. (#ThankYourSID) But the lives you impact and the people you meet is why we do what we do. The hours and road trips are what makes us family. Loved catching up with @jookieee23 and @__KillitCae!

— @TeeKay (@theresa_kurtz) November 9, 2019

It’s #ThankYourSID week and I can’t say enough good things about our @dartmouthsports Varsity Athletics Communications Staff! Thank you to Rick, Pat, Charlotte, Mike, Cindi and our video team of Ben and Danielle!! You all rock! Pizza on me one day next week!!

— Dr. Kristene Kelly (@Dr_K_Kelly)

To each and every SID out there, THANK YOU!! You know I’m one of your biggest champions & will continue to push for more SID support in terms of resources, both physical and financial! Coaches, tell them thank you. Give them a pat on the back. @CoSIDAnews #ThankYourSID

Today is the start of @CoSIDAnews #ThankYourSID week! Celebrate with us by retweeting, replying & shouting out an SID that does it all. Today through 11/12 we will choose an SID to enjoy lunch on us & exclusive SIDEARM swag!??

— SIDEARM Sports (@SIDEARMSports)

As we enter another weekend of volleyball, let's all take a moment to #ThankYourSID. The incredible growth of volleyball and the recognition it's received can be directly tied to their passion, dedication, and tireless work ethic. @CoSIDAnews

Special shout to our @MSUDenverSports External/Media Relations team @jdkmann @_natelake @robmsudenver @TheEricLansing for everything you do to promote our athletics programs! #ThankYourSID #GetRowdy

— Dr. Anthony Grant (@RoadrunnersAD)

Dear ADs: "[#ThankYourSID](https://twitter.com/hashtag/ThankYourSID?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) by bringing them a coffee, tea or hot chocolate in the morning to make sure they know you appreciate them.” !

— Gail Sideman (@gpublicity1)

With two of the best in the biz Rose & Diana today! @debbieantonelli @GamecockWBB @umdwbb @CoSIDAnews #ThankyourSID

— Beth Mowins (@bethmowins)

One week a year is not enough to show appreciation for the work of athletics communication professionals. I am so grateful, though, to work work with the very best in @NCAADIII being in the @umacathletics! Thank you! #ThankYourSID #sidlife @CoSIDAnews #UMAC

— Sara Quinnell (@sara_quinnell)

Popped up to see some friends at a soccer game ??1-0?? @JillClark17 @stephjobin we miss you!! #sidfriends #sid #thankyoursid #cancomms

— Ali Baggott (Lee) (@alilee05)

10 games, 4 sports, 3 venues, 2 days. We survived... sort of. pic.twitter.com/Rhd1AkkZ5F

Have 2 give a shout to one of the hardest working people I’ve every been around. Mike Nosek of @SoVtCollege is truly one of the best. Committed and enhanced the @theSVCAthletics brand as much as anyone. Miss you Mike! #ThankYourSID #LetsGoSVC

Shout out to all of those spouses, roommates, parents, etc., who know that I will be done in 10 minutes really means an hour and who know that holidays can be moved to other dates. #youaretherealMVP #thankyourSID

— Wendy Mayer (@WendyAMayer)

Stars fans, students, athletes, and staff, today marks the first day of National Thank Your SID week. Throughout today and until November 12th feel free to write a message thanking our real MVP @kendeltrendel! Please use the #ThankYourSID

— Dominican Stars (@DU_Stars)

This being CoSIDA Membership Recognition Week I'd like to give a shout out to all the SIDs who work so hard at their craft. #ThankYourSID

The annual @CoSIDAnews Membership Recognition Week is my yearly opportunity to thank and remember CoSIDA Hall of Famer Paul Manasseh who introduced me to this profession and who so greatly influenced my career. #ThankYourSID

— Herb Vincent (@SECherbvin)

Whether you are a college sports fan or member of the media, and whether you know it or not, you benefit greatly from the work a sports information director puts in day & night, including weekends & holidays. If you know him or her, be sure to #ThankYourSID for their dedication.

— David Worlock (@DavidWorlock)

Today’s #ThankYourSID posts are dedicated to our awesome student workers at Piedmont! We couldn’t do what we do without you. ?? pic.twitter.com/wDQicIETEZ

It's #ThankYourSID week, so I'm thanking mine. These dedicated folks work looong hours bringing fans/media stats, info, stories, great social content & more. Hope you join me in thanking @BenColdagelli, @ehollier, @lindseeeeyyy, @Ann_NMarcelli, @patrickjdunn_ and student staff.

— Mike Houck (@mhouckOU)

DID YOU KNOW: In the NAIA, schools have an average number of 14 sports that SIDs cover. Many campuses just have one person handling it all! Make sure to take time this week and #ThankYourSID @CoSIDAnews @NAIASIDA

— NAIA (@NAIA)

Thank you again Katie Tooley SID, GA Luke Johnson and SA Micheal Douglas. You are an incredible team and defy the odds somehow covering 31!! @MDoug15 @BravesAthletics @TheLukeJohnson1

— Arabie Conner (@connera23)

Just want to give a shout to all the people in this industry who have been so welcoming & helpful. I am wowed everyday by the talent this industry has and the incredible things being done. I can’t wait to meet some of y’all in person. #ThankYourSID

— Haley Fox (@Haley_C_Fox)

Day 5&6 of #ThankYourSID Week...thank you family (@jtreid3 @maddux_reid @miakreid & Montana) for not only support, but help along the way! And thank you all the student workers I have had (that basically became family)...you guys were/are amazing! pic.twitter.com/hTiBwSaK23

— Wendy Reid (@wkreid15)

2018-19 Stats ?? Wrote nearly 800 stories & recaps. ?? Produced over 100 game webcasts. ? Worked countless hours at night & on weekends. Thankful for John Spugnardi & Adam Pruiett in our Sports Info Dept for all they do! #ThankYourSID #SwordsUpBU | #BellarmineRising pic.twitter.com/zrFtyWBMY7

— Bellarmine Athletics (@BUKnights)

[#ThankYourSID] week comes to a close today & how could we not recognize the great students and GAs that are heavily involved in our office. Photography, video editing, broadcast production, website editing, writing, stats, PA, etc!! These individuals are the real MVPs! [#WeAreCU]

— Jordan Alves (@Alvey_SID)

As we wrap up [#ThankYourSID](https://twitter.com/hashtag/ThankYourSID?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) week, [#TeamSWU](https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamSWU?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) would like to thank all of the SIDs of [@ConfCarolinas](https://twitter.com/ConfCarolinas?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) for their hard work! Thank you! [#onewarrior](https://twitter.com/hashtag/onewarrior?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#swulife](https://twitter.com/hashtag/swulife?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#ncaad2](https://twitter.com/hashtag/ncaad2?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#confcarolinas](https://twitter.com/hashtag/confcarolinas?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

— SWU Warriors (@SWUWarriors)

It’s crazy how random surprises and acts of kindness really make a person’s day! Thank you @RadfordSoftball and staff for being so great to work with. Looking forward to another great year with y’all! Perfect ending to #ThankYourSID Week! pic.twitter.com/5qFZUFFFi5

— Russie Taylor Blue (@taylorblue93)

Thank you John Neves for all the great work you do for Baruch Athletics! From getting the scoop, to headshots, stats, video, broadcasting, PA, even finding time to mentor interns!!! @CoSIDAnews @ECACSIDA @BaruchAthletics

Couldn’t let this opportunity pass without thanking our guy, @taylorblue93 for all he does to keep us lookin’ fly and relevant!! So happy national @CoSIDAnews week!! #ThankYourSID #OurFavoriteColorIsBlue #GoHighlanders

— Radford Softball (@RadfordSoftball)

As @CoSIDAnews wraps up recognition week, we would like to take a moment and thank Nathan Lindquist and Nicole Watkins for all of their hard work during the year. They make a huge difference in promoting UChicago Athletics year round. @ChicagoMaroons #ThankYourSID #maroonmade

— UChicago Football (@UChicagoFB)

Talented, creative, and passionate! Thank you to our CSU Sports Information staff (Erin, Kory, Josh...and Anne) for the important work in showcasing our outstanding student-athletes and teams, while making the games flow seamlessly! #ThankYourSID #GoCSU

— Todd Reeser (@ToddReeserAD)

As promised...Our publicist, Ed Cassiere, was dancing Saturday during the @XULAvolleyball-Dillard match. Here's the video. #TeamGold #HailAllHailXU #CoSIDA #ThankYourSID pic.twitter.com/YkYU7lwm2l

— XULA Athletics (@xulagold)

SID is a job that only the most mentally tough people in sports can handle. So today, remember to #ThankYourSID.

— Joe Londergan (@joehio_)

The Allstate #SugarBowl thanks SIDs throughout the country for the long hrs & behind the scenes grind that make everything run smoothly! Shout out to @GeorgiaFootball Claude Felton, Leland Barrow, Chris Lakos & Stephen Colquitt for making our 2019 game a success! #ThankYourSID

— Allstate Sugar Bowl (@SugarBowlNola)

As we hit the crossover season of college athletics, can’t thank this group enough for making my transition to Houston as smooth as possible. They work long hours, create great content and do so much for @UHCougars behind the scenes. #ThankYourSID

— Tyler Pigg (@TylerPigg_UH)

My time as a conference SID continues to shape me..Now at the national office I get to interact daily with conference and school SIDs and couldn’t do most of my job without them..way to many cool people to name...Thank You fo all you do! #ThankYourSID

— Sahar Rashid, MBA (@SaharZRashid)

Did you know... it is #SIDweek ! If you know anything about anything, you know we have one of the best in @Jake_Knabel. He is the face of @cunebulldogs in so may ways. Paints a picture with words through his articles and storytelling. #ThankYourSID

— CUNE Men's Soccer (@CUNEMSOC)

Final @CoSIDAnews shoutout goes to all of the CoSIDA staff and executive board - past & present - who have worked to promote the industry and help SIDs better their lives #ThankYourSID ????

— Larry Dougherty (@Ldoc32)

Can't thank our SID's enough for all they do for our programs! Truly the best in the business. Huge shout out to Dani Gariglio, CJ Selner, and Jim Egan! #ThankYourSID #CUCWSOC

— CUC WSOC (@CUCWSOC)

Thankful for Andy & Travis making all of us in @LMCBobcats BE ore #ThankYourSID ???

— Craig McPhail (@McPhailCraig)

Big s/o to our SID, Libby - @thelibbyshow for #ThankYourSID week! She’s done lots of work behind the scenes to put our @IlliniVBall team in front of the scene

— Chris Tamas (@coachtamas)

As we wrap up #ThankYourSID week, I want to again thank @rkpiercy for his passion, his talent, his wit, and his team-first attitude. As someone who has been in his shoes, we couldn’t have a more valuable teammate — and I am grateful. https://t.co/kbRVN2Coso

— Brad Fields (@BradFieldsAD)

Our student-athletes and athletics student workers thanked sports information director Nicole Sasu-Twum for all she does day in and day out during @CoSIDAnews #ThankYourSID week pic.twitter.com/XTbvGlw0pF

— Old Westbury Panthers (@OW_Panthers)

Had a couple of @CoSIDAnews Hall of Famers in our gym tonight in Mike Kirk (@UCOBronchos) and Stan Green (@OCEagles). What a great way to end #ThankYourSID week! Learned a lot from these two gentlemen through the years! #EaglesFlyTogether

— Murray Evans (@murrayevans)

[#ThankYourSID] @ktaylorflatt @bald_samuel legends of the game, cheers to you two fine blokes

— James Ballamy (@JamesBallamy1)

It’s the end of #ThankYourSID week, and I \*must\* speak about all the people who‘ve lifted me in this field, one which I’ve pursued ~relentlessly~ since I stumbled across it 1?? To @htsai73, my No. 1 mentor & person who gave me my 1st shot when I basically BEGGED as a student haha

— Mark Rivera (@Mark_T_Rivera)

Don’t miss the opportunity to thank your SIDs and Communication Directors! @MarymountSaints have some of THE best in the business! Thank you for your hard work and dedication! Also thank you to “visiting SIDs” who help us throughout the year! #ThankYourSID

[@NAU_WBB](https://twitter.com/NAU_WBB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) is lucky to have you. Thank you for all you do [@staysobe](https://twitter.com/staysobe?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw). [#NAUStrong](https://twitter.com/hashtag/NAUStrong?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#NewJacks](https://twitter.com/hashtag/NewJacks?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#ThankYourSID](https://twitter.com/hashtag/ThankYourSID?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

— Jenny Thigpin (@_coachjenny)

And our final winner is... @tedfeeley!! DM us to claim your prizes! Thank you all for participating in #ThankYourSID week by @CoSIDAnews !! We loved hearing about the SID's that have changed the game. ??

— SIDEARM Sports (@SIDEARMSports)

Shout out to @CharlieSnelson - every week is #ThankYourSID week at @MSUBsports. Thanks for all you do, Charlie!

— Krista Montague (@KristaMontague)

Today was a two-cake kind of day...a big #ThankYourSID to our @SLCGryphons SID and congrats to @GryphonsWsoccer coach on being named #Skyline Coach of the Year! #GoGryphons

— Kristin Maile (@GoGryphonsAD)

[#ThankYourSID] @bobbyleesid is one of the best in the business! https://t.co/VxnyX0Cwgl

— Penny Allen-Cook (@PennyAllenCook)

They're our strategic communicators and they're appreciated ?????? @JWitQ1mGYN

— Northeast Conference (@NECsports)

A sincere thank you to @Dave_Heeke and @AZATHLETICS for the very kind and thoughtful gesture for @CoSIDAnews week! It was appreciated by all of us in McKale 106! #BearDown

— Daniel Berk (@DSBerk)

Yes @CoSIDAnews #ThankYourSID week may have come to a close but don’t let the appreciation for your Communications staff stop there! @NACDA Admins and coaches - please continue to show gratitude Hardest working pros in college athletics and almost all of it is behind scenes

— Aaron Sagraves (@aaronsagraves26)

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