Elizabethtown College\u2019s Career Development Center recently held its third annual Careers in Sports event on March 27, hosting a panel of notable professionals in a variety of sports-related fields to share their experiences and advice with students.<\/p>\n
“As an Exercise Science major beginning a graduate program in May, I take every opportunity I can to hear from professionals in the field,” Taylor Saba ’25 said. “The panelist’s experience and advice are invaluable, especially for someone who will be a beginner in the sports world. I think the event was really helpful and informative for students looking for a position in a growing sports industry.”<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n
The event provided an opportunity for students to learn more about potential career paths and network with the panel, which encompassed professionals from a wide range of fields, including business, coaching, and medicine.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur annual Careers in Sports event is an excellent opportunity for students of all majors interested in pursuing a career in the sports industry,\u201d Elizabethtown College Associate Director of the Career Development Center Carolyn Rigo said. \u201cThe event provided valuable insights into the skills required to become a competitive candidate and offered students a unique chance to network with current, local professionals.\u201d<\/p>\n
Panelists spoke about topics including their career paths, industry insights, and predictions for the future of their industries.<\/p>\n
Panelists included:<\/p>\n
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- Troy Steffy | Lancaster Barnstormers, Baseball Operations Manager & Bench Coach<\/li>\n
- Bob Schlosser | Elizabethtown College, Former Head Basketball Coach & Associate Director of Athletics<\/li>\n
- Sandy Zettlemoyer | Mechanicsburg Area High School, Head Certified Athletic Trainer<\/li>\n
- Haydon White | Hershey Bears, Sales Manager<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Learn more about Elizabethtown College\u2019s Career Development Center.<\/a><\/p>\n