CAC Communications
Dale Long
Erica Calhoun of Washington Adventist University (Maryland) has received the Sports Information Director of the Year award for her outstanding work supporting the Shock’s athletic teams and student-athletes during the 2023-24 athletic year. She is now eligible to receive NAIA honors.
Calhoun concluded her third year leading Washington Adventist’s athletic communications efforts. Her work has been featured in ESPN.com and USA Today, while she has been an official photographer at the USA Track & Field Olympic Pre-Trials.
CAC Commissioner Meg Schebler stated, “Erica has done an amazing job at elevating the media presence of the Washington Adventist University Athletics. Her creative design and engaging content are impressive, and these talents have created improved visibility for their university. I am thrilled the conference is recognizing Erica for her efforts by selecting her as the CAC’s Sports Information Director of the Year.”
Calhoun has contributed to the CAC at the men’s basketball NAIA national tournament, while also attending 2023 CAC men’s soccer tournament, the team’s first postseason appearance.
With 12-member institutions from across the country, the CAC promotes the education, development and welfare of student-athletes through their various experiences and participation in NAIA intercollegiate athletics.