MICHAEL S. CARROLL
SCHOOL OF HOSPITALITY, SPORT, & TOURISM MANAGEMENT
TROY UNIVERSITY, ORLANDO CAMPUS
4525 VINELAND ROAD, SUITE 204
ORLANDO, FL 32811
---(407) 219-5993
[email protected]
EDUCATION
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA
Ph.D.
Major: Human Performance
Cognate: Sport Law & Risk Management
Gainesville, FL
August 2009
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA
M.S.
Major: Exercise & Sport Sciences
Concentration: Sport Management
Gainesville, FL
May 2004
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA - CHAPEL HILL
B.S.
Major: Religious Studies
Chapel Hill, NC
May 2001
RESEARCH
REFEREED PUBLICATIONS
Kim, M. K., Kim, S. K., Park, J. A., Carroll, M. S., & Yu, J. G. (under review). Measuring the
economic impacts of major sports events: The case of Formula One Grand Prix (F1).
Submitted to Journal of the Asia Pacific Economy.
Mathner, R. P., Martin, Christina, L. L., Carroll, M. S., & Neal, T. (2014). Extending sports
wagering studies outside of the student-athlete population: NCAA Division I athletic
trainers’ gambling behaviors. Journal of Issues in Intercollegiate Athletics, 7, 431-444.
Carroll, M. S., Connaughton, D. P., Spengler, J. O., & Byon, K. K. (2014). A multi-dimensional
model of perceived risk in spectator sport. Marketing Management Journal, 24(1), 80-95.
Cottingham II, M., Carroll, M. S., Phillips, D., Karadakis, K., Gearity, B. T. & Drane, D. (2014)
Development and validation of the Motivation Scale for Disability Sport Consumption.
Sport Management Review, 17(1), 49-64.
Cottingham II, M., Phillips, D., Hall, S. A., Gearity, B., & Carroll, M. S. (2014). Application of
the Motivation Scale for Disability Sport Consumption: An examination of intended
future consumption behavior of collegiate wheelchair basketball spectators. Journal of
Sport Behavior, 37(2), 117-133.
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*Goldsmith, A. A., Carroll, M. S., & Bopp, T. (2014). Examining the moral and ethical
ramifications of the NCAA amateurism bylaws in regards to sponsorship and
endorsements. Journal of Contemporary Athletics, 8(3), 36-45.
Cottingham II, M., Byon, K. K., Chatfield, C., & Carroll, M. S. (2013). Examining the influence
of relationship to disability on the motivations of wheelchair basketball spectators.
Disability Studies Quarterly, 33(3), online at: http://dsq-sds.org/article/view/3345/3270
Connaughton, D. P., Spengler, J. O., Zhang, J. J., & Carroll, M. S. (2011). An examination of
AED implementation and related risk management practices in high school athletic
departments. Sport Management Review, 14(3), 258-268.
Spengler, J. O., Connaughton, D. P., & Carroll, M. S. (2011). An old idea with new importance:
Addressing challenges to the joint and shared use of school recreational facilities. Journal
of Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, 82(9), 28-33.
Byon, K. K., Carroll, M. S., Cottingham, M., Grady, J., & Allen, J. T. (2011). Examining gender
differences in the effect of spectator motivation on sport consumption behaviors at
collegiate wheelchair basketball games. Journal of Venue & Event Management, 3(1),
12-27.
Byon, K. K., *Cottingham, M., & Carroll, M. S. (2010). Marketing murderball: The influence of
spectator motivation factors on sports consumption behaviours of wheelchair rugby
spectators. International Journal of Sports Marketing & Sponsorship, 12(1), 76-94.
Spengler, J. O., Carroll, M. S., & Connaughton, D. P. (2010). Policies to promote the community
use of schools: A review of state recreational user statutes. American Journal of
Preventive Medicine, 39(1), 81-88.
Carroll, M. S., Connaughton, D. P., & Spengler, J. O., & Zhang, J.J. (2009). Case law analysis
regarding high school and collegiate liability for hazing. European Sport Management
Quarterly, 9(4), 389-410.
Carroll, M. S., Connaughton, D. P., & Spengler, J. O. (2007). Recreational user statutes and
landowner immunity: A comparison study of state legislation. Journal of Legal Aspects
of Sport, 17(2), 163-212.
EDITOR-REVIEWED PUBLICATIONS
Carroll, M. S. (2011). Breach of contract. In L. E. Swayne, & G. J. Golson (Eds.), Encyclopedia
of Sports Management and Marketing (Vol. 1, pp. 166-167). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage.
Carroll, M. S. (2011). Drug testing. In L. E. Swayne, & G. J. Golson (Eds.), Encyclopedia of
Sports Management and Marketing (Vol. 1, pp. 411-413). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage.
Carroll, M. S. (2011). Foreseeability. In L. E. Swayne, & G. J. Golson (Eds.), Encyclopedia of
Sports Management and Marketing (Vol. 2, pp. 553-554). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage.
Carroll, M. S. (2011). Negligence. In L. E. Swayne, & G. J. Golson (Eds.), Encyclopedia of
Sports Management and Marketing (Vol. 3, pp. 968-969). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage.
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Carroll, M. S. (2011). Participation Agreement. In L. E. Swayne, & G. J. Golson (Eds.),
Encyclopedia of Sports Management and Marketing (Vol. 3, pp. 1085-1087). Thousand
Oaks, CA: Sage.
Carroll, M. S. (2011). Sport Agent Responsibility and Trust Act. In L. E. Swayne, & G. J.
Golson (Eds.), Encyclopedia of Sports Management and Marketing (Vol. 4, pp. 14351437). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage.
Carroll, M. S. (2011). Willful or wanton standard. In L. E. Swayne, & G. J. Golson (Eds.),
Encyclopedia of Sports Management and Marketing (Vol. 4, pp. 1659-1660). Thousand
Oaks, CA: Sage.
Carroll, M. S., & Connaughton, D. P. (2010). Reducing risk associated with bullying in sport,
recreation and physical activity programs. Safety Notebook, 15(3), 1-4.
Carroll, M. S., & Connaughton, D. P. (2010). Bullying and legal liability. Journal of Physical
Education, Recreation and Dance, 81(7), 51-52.
Connaughton, D. P., & Carroll, M. S. (2007). Managing risk in martial arts instruction. Journal
of Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, 78(2), 9-10.
Carroll, M. S. (2007). Managing risk associated with sport-related hazing. Safety Notebook,
12(2), 1-4.
Carroll, M. S., & Baker, T. A. (2006). The use of constructive notice in slip-and-fall cases in
sport facilities. Journal of Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, 77(8), 8-9.
Carroll, M. S., & Connaughton, D. P. (2006). Proper field maintenance of athletic fields and
legal liability. Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance, 77(5), 10-11.
Carroll, M. S. (2006). Managing risk associated with heat-related illnesses. Safety Notebook,
11(3), 1-4.
Carroll, M. S., & Connaughton, D. P. (2004). Lightning safety for outdoor sports and
recreational activities. Journal of Florida Alliance for Health, Physical Education,
Recreation and Dance, 42(2), 6-7.
PUBLISHED ABSTRACTS
Carroll, M. S., Spengler, J. O., & Schneider, M. (2009). Active living and community access to
schools: A policy perspective. Research Quarterly for Exercise & Sport, 80(1), A23.
Zhang, J. J., Byrd, C. E., Carroll, M. S., & Lam, E.T.C. (2007). Dimensions and achievement of
staff development in after school enrichment programs. Research Quarterly for Exercise
& Sport, 78(1), A40.
Byrd, C. E., Zhang, J. J., Carroll, M. S., & Lam, E.T.C. (2007). Parents’ evaluation of the quality
of after school enrichment programs. Research Quarterly for Exercise & Sport, 78(1),
A38.
BOOK CHAPTERS
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Cianfrone, B. A., & Carroll, M. S. (2009). Ticket scalping: Methods, issues, and controversies.
In J. W. Lee & J. C. Lee (Eds.), Sport and criminal behavior. Durham, NC: Carolina
Academic Press.
OTHER PUBLISHED WORK
Carroll, M. S., Ellis, M., Likhari, A., Mann, D., Martindale, L. & Searle, A. (2005).
Conditioning. [CD-ROM]. Health & Physical Activity Series, Dubuque, IA:
Kendall/Hunt.
SCHOLARLY PRESENTATIONS
Carroll, M. S., Keiper, M., & Mackey, M J. (2015). From the box to the courtroom: CrossFit
takes on the NSCA. 2015 Sport and Recreation Law Association National Conference.
Charlotte, NC. March 2015 (verbal).
Carroll, M. S., & Goldsmith, A. L. (2015). Smackdown: Examining Haynes v. World Wrestling
Entertainment and concussion liability in professional sports. 2013 Southern Sport
Management Conference, Baton Rouge, LA. February 2015 (verbal).
Carroll, M. S., & Martinez, J. M. (2014). Utilizing technology to create engaging e-learning for
teaching sport management. 2014 North American Society for Sport Management Annual
Conference. Pittsburgh, PA. May 2014. (teaching presentation).
Carroll, M. S., & Goldsmith, A. L. (2014). Are you tough enough? Legal liability, standards, and
adventure/mud racing. 2014 Sport and Recreation Law Association National Conference.
Orlando, FL. March 2014 (verbal).
Carroll, M. S., & Goldsmith, A. L. (2013). Muddying the waters: Recreational user statutes and
adventure racing. 2013 Sport, Entertainment, and Venues Tomorrow Conference.
Columbia, SC. November 2013 (verbal).
Carroll, M. S., & Baker, T. A. (2013). Riddell gets its bell rung: Examining the Ridolfi case and
its implications. 2013 Sport, Entertainment, and Venues Tomorrow Conference.
Columbia, SC. November 2013 (verbal).
Cottingham II, M., Saltzburg, N., Byon, K., & Carroll, M. S. (2013) Examining the influence of
relationship to disability on the motivations of wheelchair basketball spectators. 2013
Society for Disability Studies, Orlando, FL. June 2013 (poster).
Carroll, M. S. (2013). Teaching online: Incorporating technology into teaching sport
management. 2013 AAHPERD Conference, Charlotte, NC. April 2013 (verbal).
Carroll, M. S., (2013). Standing on shaky ground: O’Bannon v. NCAA & the future of college
athletics. 2013 Southern Sport Management Conference, Troy, AL. April 2013 (verbal).
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Goldsmith, A. L., & Carroll, M. S., (2013). Fear, fun, and mud: Examining the legality of “death
waivers” in adventure racing. 2013 Southern Sport Management Conference, Troy, AL.
April 2013 (verbal).
Carroll, M. S. (2013). Plancher continues: Whether athletic departments as direct support
organizations should be considered state agencies. 2013 Sport and Recreation Law
Association National Conference. Denver, CO. March 2013 (verbal).
Carroll, M. S., & Goldsmith, A. L. (2012). Judge, jury, executioner (and anything else it wants):
Due process and the NCAA. 2012 Sport, Entertainment, and Venues Tomorrow
Conference. Columbia, SC. November 2012 (verbal).
Cottingham, M., Carroll, M. S., Phillips, D. P., & Hall, S. (2012). The application of the
Motivation Scale for Disability Sport Consumption on future sport consumption of
collegiate wheelchair basketball. 2012 North American Society for Sport Management
Annual Conference. Seattle, WA. May 2012. (verbal).
Carroll, M. S., & Goldsmith, A. L. (2012). Legal liability related to sickle cell trait in studentathletes: The Ereck Plancher case. 2012 Sport and Recreation Law Association National
Conference. Greensboro, NC. March 2012 (verbal).
Carroll, M. S., & Goldsmith, A. L. (2011). A historical analysis of the non-statutory labor
exemption in the NFL. 2011 Sport, Entertainment, and Venues Tomorrow Conference.
Columbia, SC. November 2011 (verbal).
Byon, K. K., Carroll, M. S., Cottingham, M., Grady, G., & Allen, J. T. (2011). The effect of
spectator motivation on repatronage intentions at collegiate wheelchair basketball games:
Gender differences. 2011 Scholarly Conference on College Sport, Chapel Hill, NC. April
2011 (poster).
Carroll, M. S., & Goldsmith, A. L. (2011). An ethical examination of the NCAA’s response to
college fantasy football. 2011 Scholarly Conference on College Sport, Chapel Hill, NC.
April 2011 (poster).
Carroll, M. S. (2011). Antitrust law, the NFL, and ramifications of NFLPA decertification. 2011
Southern Sport Management Conference, Troy, AL. April 2011 (verbal).
Carroll, M. S. (2011). Beyond sticks and stones – Bullying, sport participation, and liability.
2011 Sport and Recreation Law Association National Conference. Savannah, GA. March
2011 (verbal).
Carroll, M. S., & Mannen, E. (2010). American Needle v. NFL: How the NFL was sacked by the
9th Circuit and what it means for professional sports. 2010 Sport, Entertainment, and
Venues Tomorrow Conference. Columbia, SC. November 2010 (verbal).
Goldsmith, A. L., Carroll, M. S., & Kim, W. (2010). Examining the moral and ethical
ramifications of the NCAA amateurism by-laws in regards to sponsorship and
endorsements. 2010 Sport, Entertainment, and Venues Tomorrow Conference.
Columbia, SC. November 2010 (poster).
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Spengler, J. O., Connaughton, D. P., & Carroll, M. S. (2010). Crisis management planning in
entertainment venues. 2010 Sport, Entertainment, and Venues Tomorrow Conference.
Columbia, SC. November 2010 (poster).
Carroll, M. S., Byon, K. K., & Connaughton, D. P. (2010). Development of a scale to measure
perceived risk in collegiate spectator sport. 2010 North American Society for Sport
Management Annual Conference. Tampa, FL. May 2010. (verbal).
Byon, K. K., Cottingham, M., Grady, J., Mohn, R. S., & Carroll, M. S. (2010). Are sport
consumers the same? Test for factorial invariance on spectator motivation between
wheelchair basketball fans and basketball fans. 2010 North American Society for Sport
Management Annual Conference. Tampa, FL. May 2010. (verbal).
Carroll, M. S., & Byon, K. K. (2010). Liability and risk associated with crowd management at
collegiate arenas and stadiums. 2010 Scholarly Conference on College Sport, Chapel
Hill, NC. April 2010 (poster).
Connaughton, D. P., Spengler, J. O., & Carroll, M. S. (2010). An analysis of case law regarding
bicycling supervision and instruction. 2010 American Alliance for Health, Physical
Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention. Indianapolis, IN. March 2010 (poster).
Connaughton, D. P., Carroll, M. S., & Byon, K. K. (2010). Liability and risk management
associated with bullying in sports. 2010 American Alliance for Health, Physical
Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention. Indianapolis, IN. March 2010 (poster).
Carroll, M. S., & Byon, K. K. (2010). Coaches on trial: Commonwealth of Kentucky v. Stinson
and implications for sport organizations and practitioners. 2010 Sport and Recreation
Law Association National Conference. Albuquerque, NM. March 2010 (verbal).
Carroll, M. S., & Hall, S. (2010). Terrorism, security, and the 4th amendment – Is standardization
the answer? 2010 Sport and Recreation Law Association National Conference.
Albuquerque, NM. March 2010 (poster).
Hall, S., Carroll, M. S., Phillips, D. P., & Marciani, L. (2010). Sport terrorism: Liability
protections and mitigation measures. 2010 Sport and Recreation Law Association
National Conference. Albuquerque, NM. March 2010 (verbal).
Carroll, M. S., Byon, K. K., & Ko, Y. J. (2009). A conceptual framework of perceived risk in
sport events. 2009 Sport, Entertainment, and Venues Tomorrow Conference. Columbia,
SC. November 2009 (verbal).
Byon, K. K., Cottingham, M., Grady, J, Mohn, R. S., & Carroll, M. S. (2009). A search for new
customers: The effect of spectator motives on sport consumption behavior in wheelchair
basketball events. 2009 Sport, Entertainment, and Venues Tomorrow Conference.
Columbia, SC. November 2009 (verbal).
Byrd, C.E., Zhang, J. J., Connaughton, D. P., Carroll, M. S., & Kim, M. (2009). Teaching and
learning sport management in the global context: Offering an experiential sport
management course in Italy. 2009 North American Society for Sport Management Annual
Conference. Columbia, SC. May 2009. (verbal).
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Byon, K. K., Drane, D. D., Allen, J. T., & Carroll, M. S. (2009). Motives, loyalty, sport
consumption, and structural equation modeling. Scholarly Conference on College Sport,
Chapel Hill, NC. April 2009 (poster).
Carroll, M. S., Spengler, J. O., & Schneider, M. (2009). Active living and community access to
schools: A policy perspective. American Alliance for Health, Physical Education,
Recreation, and Dance National Convention, Tampa, FL. April 2009 (poster).
Carroll, M. S., Connaughton, D. P., & Spengler, J. O. (2009). A content analysis of hazingrelated case law. 2009 Sport and Recreation Law Association National Conference. San
Antonio, TX. March 2009 (verbal).
Cianfrone, B. A., & Carroll, M. S. (2008). Legal issues and case law associated with ticket
scalping. Sport, Entertainment, and Venues Tomorrow Conference. Columbia, SC.
November 2008 (verbal).
Spengler, J. O., Connaughton, D. P., Johnson, A., & Carroll, M. S. (2008). Joint use agreements
as a mechanism to promote active living through sport: A content analysis of statutory
and case law. Sport, Entertainment, and Venues Tomorrow Conference. Columbia, SC.
November 2008 (poster).
Connaughton, D. P., Spengler, J. O., & Carroll, M. S. (2008). Safety education and risk
management practices designed to reduce bicycling injuries, deaths, and related liability.
Sport, Entertainment, and Venues Tomorrow Conference. Columbia, SC. November 2008
(poster).
Carroll, M. S., Connaughton, D. P., & Spengler, J. O. (2008). The risk management exercise: A
practical teaching tool for courses in sport management. 2008 North American Society for
Sport Management National Conference. Toronto, Canada. May 2008 (verbal).
Carroll, M. S., Connaughton, D. P., & Spengler, J. O. (2008). Using content analysis
methodology in sport management legal research. 2008 North American Society for Sport
Management National Conference. Toronto, Canada. May 2008 (poster).
Carroll, M. S., Connaughton, D. P., & Spengler, J. O. (2008). Vicarious liability for sport-related
hazing in colleges and universities. 2008 Sport and Recreation Law Association National
Conference. Myrtle Beach, SC. March 2008 (verbal).
Carroll, M. S., Connaughton, D. P., & Spengler, J. O. (2007). Liability and risk management
associated with hazing in intercollegiate athletic programs. International Conference on
Sport & Entertainment Business. Columbia, SC. November 2007 (verbal).
Carroll, M. S., Connaughton, D. P., & Spengler, J. O. (2007). Hazing in sport: Implications for
sport organizations and practitioners. 2007 Sport and Recreation Law Association
National Conference. Chapel Hill, NC. March 2007 (verbal).
Byrd, C. E., Zhang, J. J., Carroll, M. S., & Lam, E. T. C. (2007). Parents’ evaluation of the
quality of after school enrichment programs. 2007 American Alliance for Health,
Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention, Baltimore, MD. March 2007
(poster).
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Zhang, J. J., Byrd, C. E., Carroll, M. S., & Lam, E. T. C. (2007). Dimensions and achievement
of staff development in after school enrichment programs. 2007 American Alliance for
Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention, Baltimore, MD. March
2007 (poster).
Carroll, M. S., Connaughton, D. P., & Spengler, J. O. (2006). A comparative analysis of tort
immunity statutes in sport. . International Conference on Sport & Entertainment
Business. Columbia, SC. November 2006 (poster).
Byon, K. W., Zhang, J. J., Connaughton, D. P., Fleming, D. S., Carroll, M. S., Byrd, C.E.,
Cianfrone, B. A., Kim, D. H., & Harrolle, M. G. (2006). Satisfaction toward the quality
of after school enrichment programs: The perspective of youth participants. 2006 North
American Society for Sport Management Conference. Kansas City, MO. June 2006
(verbal).
Carroll, M. S., Connaughton, D. P., & Spengler, J. O. (2006). Heat-related illness in sport: An
analysis of legal and risk management implications. 2006 Sport and Recreation Law
Association National Conference. Albuquerque, NM. March 2006 (verbal).
Carroll, M. S., Connaughton, D. P., & Spengler, J. O. (2005). Managing risk and reducing
liability associated with heat-related illness in sport and recreation. International
Conference on Sport & Entertainment Business. Columbia, SC. November 2005 (poster).
TEACHING
Associate Professor
August 2011 – Present
Troy University
Orlando, FL
 Undergraduate:
o HSTM 3355 – Introduction to Sport and Fitness Management
o HSTM 4435 – Current Issues in Sport
o HSTM 4440 – Governing Agencies in Sport
o HSTM 4443 – Sport Administration
o HSTM 4453 - Legal Aspects in Sport & Fitness Management
o HSTM 4445 – Evaluation and Procedures in Sport & Fitness Management
o HSTM 4455 – Facility Management
o HSTM 4490 – Undergraduate Internship
 Graduate:
o SFM 6600 – Foundations of Sport & Fitness Management
o SFM 6610 – Physical Education, Sport, and the Law
o SFM 6632 – Critical Issues in Sport & Fitness Management
o SFM 6673 – Ethics in Sport
o SFM 6680 – Graduate Independent Study
o SFM 6690 – Graduate Internship
Adjunct Professor
Troy University eCampus
 KHP 4453 – Legal Aspects in Sport & Fitness Management
March 2011 – August 2011
Online
Assistant Professor
The University of Southern Mississippi
August 2009 – August 2011
Hattiesburg, MS
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Undergraduate:
o HPR 414 – Ethics in Sport
o HPR 468 – Sport Law
Graduate:
o HPR 630 – Social & Ethical Issues in Sport
o HPR 677 – Legal Issues in Sport
August 2005 – June 2009
Gainesville, FL
Graduate Assistant/Presidential Fellow
University of Florida
 SPM 3204 - Ethical Issues in Sport
 SPM 4723 - Legal Issues in Sport & Physical Activity
Guest Lecturer
University of Florida
 BUL 5811 - Legal Environment of Business
 LEI 4501 - Legal Aspects of Recreation, Parks, & Tourism
 SPM 2000C - Introduction to Sport Management
 LEI 6931 - Hospitality Law & Risk Management
 SPM 6726 – Issues in Sport Law
OTHER EXPERIENCE
Student Ticket Office - Customer Service
August 2005 – January 2008
University Athletic Association, Inc.
Gainesville, FL
 Assisted with weekly distribution of student tickets for Gators sports and events
 Aided Student Ticket Supervisor with game day operations at various football,
basketball, and NCAA softball events
Research Associate
September 2004 – July 2005
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
21st Century Community Learning Centers Evaluation Project, Florida Department of Education
Grant
 Assumed leadership in the interviewing of administration, faculty, staff, and students
involved with 78 after-school programs located throughout Florida
 Participated in over 200 evaluation visits to individual sites housing components of the
78 after-school programs
 Prepared 156 evaluative summaries incorporating and blending the qualitative and
quantitative data obtained from reviews of submitted grant proposals, interviews, and
visits to individual sites
 Assisted in the writing of 121 technical reports, providing a presentation and description
of evaluation findings and incorporating all qualitative and quantitative data
Graduate Intern
December 2003 – January 2004
Hula Bowl Maui
Kihei, Maui, HI
 Responsible for coordinating and implementing over $100,000 in travel for over 130
student-athletes, coaches, and VIPs
 Assisted in game day preparations and events
Office Assistant – UAA Compliance Office
August 2003 – December 2003
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University Athletic Association, Inc.
Gainesville, FL
 Assisted in proper documentation of recruiting activities for all sport teams
 Monitored and ensured institutional compliance with NCAA rules and regulations
Graduate Assistant - Sport & Fitness Instructor
January 2003– December 2003
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
 Instructed and led multiple Sport & Fitness classes during the Spring 2003, Summer
2003, and Fall 2003 semesters
Student Ticket Office - Customer Service
September 2002 – December 2003
University Athletic Association, Inc.
Gainesville, FL
 Assisted with weekly distribution of student tickets for Gators sports and events
 Aided Student Ticket Supervisor with game day operations at various football,
basketball, and NCAA softball events
GRANT FUNDING
FUNDED
 2014 - TROY Faculty Development Grant ($750)
 2013 - TROY Faculty Development Grant ($750)
 2013 - TROY Faculty Development Grant ($250)
 2012 - TROY Faculty Development Grant ($750)
 2011 - TROY Faculty Development Grant ($750)
 2009 - UF Graduate Student Council Research Grant ($250)
 2008 - UF Graduate Student Council Research Grant ($300)
UNFUNDED
 Public Health Law Research: Rapid Response, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.
($75,000)
 A content analysis of case law interpretations of legislation impacting childhood obesity.
LOI proposal submitted to Aetna Foundation. ($75,000)
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIPS
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Sport and Recreation Law Association (SRLA)
North American Society for Sport Management (NASSM)
American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (AAHPERD)
AAHPERD Research Consortium
Southern Sport Management Association (SSMA)
UNIVERSITY SERVICE
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Troy University
o eTROY Instructional Design Faculty Feedback Group (2014-present)
o Sport Management PhD Ad Hoc Committee (2014-present)
o HSTM Global Campus Program Coordinator (2014-present)
o TROY Learning and Technology Task Force (2013-present)
o Development of HSTM Student Lounge in Blackboard (2013-present)
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HSTM Graduate SFM Curriculum Committee (2013-present)
TROY SFM Program Readmission Committee (2012-present)
Faculty Mentor
 Dr. Derek Mann (2014)
 Dr. Leigh Ann Danzey-Bussell (2014)
 Dr. Kate Price-Howard (2013)
 Dr. Packianathan Chelladurai (2012-2013)
 Dr. Win Gi-Yong Koo (2013)
 Dr. Kevin Byon (adjunct, 2013)
eTROY eColloquium Session leader (2013, 2014)
eTROY Instructional Design Session Presenter: Exemplary Courses (2013)
TROY Search Committees:
 eTROY Hospitality, Ft. Walton Beach (2013)
 eTROY Tourism, Brunswick (2013)
 Troy Main Campus, Hospitality (2013)
 eTROY Sport Management, San Antonio Site (2012)
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University of Southern Mississippi
o Dissertation Committee, Brandon Allen (2011)
o Dissertation Committee, Michael Cottingham (2011)
o College of Health Curriculum Committee (2010)
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University of Florida
o Sport Management Faculty Search Committee (2008)
o Co-President, Graduate Student Advisory Council (2007-2009)
o HHP Advisory Council Committee (2007-2009)
PROFESSIONAL SERVICE
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Conference co-Host, Sport and Recreation Law Association National Conference (2014)
Reviewer, Southern Sport Management Association (SSMA) Student Research
Competition (2014-2015)
Editor, Safety Notebook (2013-2014)
Reviewer, Journal of Legal Aspects of Sport (2012-2015)
Reviewer, Journal of Applied Sport Management (2013-2015)
Conference Abstract Reviewer
o North American Society for Sport Management (NASSM) National Conference
(2011-2013)
o AAHPERD national Conference (2011, 2013-2014)
o Sport and Recreation Law Association (SRLA) National Conference (2008-2015)
o College Sport Research Institute (CSRI) Annual Conference (2011)
Honors & Awards Committee, Sport and Recreation Law Association (2011-2014)
Sport and Recreation Law Association Board of Directors, Member at Large – Honors &
Awards Committee (2014-2015)
Student Representative, Sport and Recreation Law Association Board of Directors (20072008)
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HONORS & AWARDS
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Tenure and Promotion to Associate Professor (Granted August 2015)
2014 University of Florida, College of Health & Human Performance Outstanding Young
Alumni Award
2013 Troy University Exemplary Course Award
2011 Young Professional Award, Sport and Recreation Law Association
University of Florida 4-Year Presidential Fellowship Recipient, University of Florida
McGriff Family Graduate Scholarship Recipient, University of Florida
Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America
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Blackboard proficient
MS Office proficient
Camtasia proficient
Carroll 12