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Young Professionals Impacted

170+

Scholars

350+

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Our Programs

Each program is designed to develop talent, deepen industry access, and prepare emerging talent for a career in the sports and entertainment industry.

Postgraduate Scholarship

Funding and mentorship for graduate students building careers in sports administration.

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Leadership Initiative

A 10 to 12 month fellowship placing emerging professionals inside sports organizations.

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The McLendon Experience

Our signature annual gathering connecting emerging leaders with the industry.

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McLendon Huddle

A monthly virtual series where McLendon Fellows, Scholars, and Experience attendees build soft and hard skills and engage in conversation with leaders across the sports and entertainment industry.

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Torchbearers Leading the Industry

Diana Camarillo

McLendon Scholar '22 · Change Management Manager, Wilson Sporting Goods Co.

"The McLendon Foundation allows people like me to have access to opportunities that I may not have had in the past. It opens doors, builds bridges, and forges connections."

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Curtis Williams

McLendon Fellow '23 · McLendon Fellow & Athletic Academic Advisor, Villanova Athletics

"From my first day here, I was flooded with the most kind and down-to-earth people. They have always been open to collaborate, answer my questions, and support me."

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