TAMUCC Department of Kinesiology

Game Day Dreams: Islander Sport Management Student Builds Career in Baseball https://www.tamucc.edu/news/2026/06/game-day-dreams-islander-sport-management-student-builds-career-in-baseball.php

⚾ From the classroom to the ballpark, Islander Sport Management student Mason Connor is turning his passion for baseball into a career.

TAMUCC Sport Management students working Banana Ball at Whataburger Field.

Hey everyone!

We have a great week of events coming up—hope you can join us!

📅 Wednesday, April 29 (5:00 PM CST)
South College – Dallas will be hosting a virtual info session on their Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program. They’ll cover admissions, application process, and program details—perfect for anyone interested in PT!

🗳️ We will also be holding Officer Elections—make sure your voice is heard!

⚾ Thursday, April 30 (6:35 PM)
Join us for KSO Club Night at Whataburger Field—come out and support and enjoy a fun evening together!

Hope to see you there!

2026 Symposium Innovation, Research, and Creative Activities (SSIRCA)
Congratulations to KINE winners!
COEHD Dean Award (undergrad):
Alexis Palafox
SSIRCA grad posters:
1st: Kaleb Luna
2nd: Becca Henicke
Undergrad poster:
3rd: Grace Prunier

Thanks to all who came out and supported the 2026 Bonnette Pickleball Open. We had a blast! Special thanks to our sponsors - Avila Physical Therapy, Christina Martinez Photography, Shea Physical Therapy, and Al Kruse Tennis Center.
Our food trucks - Big Dawgz & Limon Chingon.

Huge congrats to Maricella and Julian as they just competed in the 3 minute thesis competition tonight. Maricella won 2nd place and Julian won the People's Choice Award!! Out of 18 total participants, we had two Kinesiology winners! Amazing work!

🏓 Sponsor Spotlight: Christina Martinez Photography 📸 Christina Martinez Photography

Thank you, Christina Martinez Photography, for supporting the 2026 Bonnette Pickleball Open and helping fund student scholarships at TAMU-CC! 🙌

Your support makes a direct impact on our Kinesiology & Sport Management students—we truly appreciate it!

Last day to register to play is Thursday, 4/8 @ 2pm.

🍔🌮 Food Trucks Are Coming! 🏓

We’re excited to announce that food trucks will be on-site at the Bonnette Pickleball Open! 🙌

Come enjoy great competition AND great food from:

🔥 Big Dawgs - hamburgers, and corn cups. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61582042103450
🍋 Limon Chingon – serving fresh-squeezed lemonade and refreshing drinks. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552028280462

Whether you’re playing, spectating, or just stopping by—come hungry!

📅 Saturday, April 11, 2026
📍 Al Kruse Tennis Center

👉 Register to play or come out and support a great cause benefiting TAMU-CC students!

🎤 Thank You for Speaking to Our Students!

A big thank you to Dr. Julian Dalton (KINE alumnus) from Coastal Bend Family Chiropractic (Owner) for speaking to our Kinesiology & Sport Organization (KSO) Club!

Dr. Dalton shared valuable insights on chiropractic care, injury prevention, and career opportunities in the health and wellness field—giving our students a real-world perspective they can carry into their future careers. 💪

We truly appreciate you taking the time to invest in our students and give back to the TAMU-CC community!