The University of Mary Washington will dedicate the newly named Clint Often Press Box at the Battleground Athletic Complex on Saturday, Sept. 19, honoring Often’s three decades of service to UMW Athletics.
A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held at approximately 11:30 a.m. at the Turf Stadium, followed by the Eagles’ field hockey game against Gettysburg College at noon. Alumni, friends and members of the UMW community are invited to attend.
“For over 30 years, Clint has been a tireless champion for Mary Washington’s student-athletes,” said Director of Athletics Patrick Catullo. “Through his dedication, professionalism and passion for this department, he has helped tell the story of UMW Athletics and celebrate the accomplishments of generations of Eagles.”
Often, assistant athletic director for communications, sports information and marketing, has overseen many of the University’s greatest sports moments, including hosting 64 NCAA tournament events and four national championships, and directing communications during men’s basketball’s recent run to an NCAA Division III national title. He is a 2022 inductee into the UMW Athletic Hall of Fame, and also that year received the University’s Larry Atkins Award for administrative faculty, recognizing UMW’s unsung heroes.
“This is a tremendous honor, one that I never would have expected or believed,” said Often. “I sincerely want to thank the graciousness of Linda and Porter Blakemore, Ed Hegmann and everyone who gave in supporting this.”
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