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Hercules Tires to Sponsor Mental Health Initiative Partnership with Six Collegiate Conferences to Raise Awareness About Student-Athlete Mental Health

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Monday, December 19, 2022
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In addition to the donation drive, Hercules Tires and the six conferences will showcase the importance of addressing mental health with a #RideOnOurMentalStrength social campaign throughout the year to help increase awareness and provide ongoing guidance and support.

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  • In addition to the donation drive, Hercules Tires and the six conferences will showcase the importance of addressing mental health with a #RideOnOurMentalStrength social campaign throughout the year to help increase awareness and provide ongoing guidance and support.
  • "What an awesome commitment by Hercules Tires in its support of Big South student-athletes," exclaimed Big South Commissioner Kyle Kallander.
  • The synchronization of the values of Hercules Tires and the Big South Conference is what makes this partnership so valuable and successful."
  • Van Wagner, the multi-media rights and sponsorship partner for all six conferences, facilitated the development and execution of this mental health initiative.

Hampton University to Join the Colonial Athletic Association July 1, 2022

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Tuesday, January 25, 2022
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Hampton, Va., Jan. 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HAMPTON, Va. (Jan. 25, 2022) Hampton University is joining the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA), effective July 1, 2022, after afour yearrelationship with the Big SouthConference.The announcement will be made at an 1 p.m. joint Hampton University/CAA press conference at Hampton Universitys Student CenterBallroom.

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  • Hampton, Va., Jan. 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HAMPTON, Va. (Jan. 25, 2022) Hampton University is joining the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA), effective July 1, 2022, after afour yearrelationship with the Big SouthConference.The announcement will be made at an 1 p.m. joint Hampton University/CAA press conference at Hampton Universitys Student CenterBallroom.
  • We are pleased to welcome Hampton University, Monmouth University and Stony Brook University as the newest members of the CAA.
  • In 2016, Hampton University made history as the first Historically Black College and University (HBCU)tofield a mens NCAA Division I lacrosse team.
  • The Colonial Athletic Association has established itself as one of thenations top collegiate conferences both athletically and academically for more than three decades.

The Collegiate Esports Invitational Opens Registration to Compete in the Largest NCAA Valorant Tournament

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Thursday, November 4, 2021
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The tournament will start on November 13, with the top eight teams moving on to the quarterfinals on November 20.

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  • The tournament will start on November 13, with the top eight teams moving on to the quarterfinals on November 20.
  • The finals will also be carried by GCN across 85+ gaming and esports centric websites to enhance viewership and messaging.
  • "It's exciting to once again have a top collegiate esports tournament and one with the popularity of Valorant for students to showcase their skills and win cash prizes."
  • The Collegiate Esports Invitational continues in 2022 with an additional tournament and more information will be announced at a later date.

Charleston Southern Upgrades to AstroTurf for 2021 football season

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Wednesday, August 18, 2021
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CHARLESTON, S.C., Aug. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --After an exciting 2-2 spring season and weeks of hardcore training, the Charleston Southern University (CSU) Buccaneers are more than ready for the fall 2021 game season.

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  • CHARLESTON, S.C., Aug. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --After an exciting 2-2 spring season and weeks of hardcore training, the Charleston Southern University (CSU) Buccaneers are more than ready for the fall 2021 game season.
  • The school's athletic program worked closely with AstroTurf to ensure the new installation was completed in time for the 20th Big South Conference season.
  • "We are extremely pleased with the installation of our new turf," said Jeff Barber, director of athletics at Charleston Southern.
  • Charleston Southern University Football is led by former NFL player and Notre Dame all-time leading rusher Autry Denson.