TICKET GUIDE 2018-2019
The University of Arkansas Fort Smith aspires to be a national leader in athletic excellence. The Athletics Department is committed to the mission of Learning to compete athletically, academically, socially, and personally. We are dedicated to developing young men and women to be the next leaders in an ever-changing world. That world starts right here in Fort Smith and the River Valley! We are Fort Smith s teams. Through your generosity we will be a model of excellence in competition, in the classroom, in the community, and building influential future leaders. We are excited about our Athletic Department, and with your support we will continue to build on an already great Lion tradition. On behalf of our outstanding student-athletes, coaches, and staff, thank you for your interest and support! CURTIS JANZ DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS UAFS is the place where student-athletes are developing the process to be great. It is not only in competition, but it is transferring to all parts of their lives. UAFS is Fort Smith s team! We will work tirelessly to represent this city, our town, in a championship manner.
accomplishments 64% MORE THAN64% of UAFS student-athletes were recognized for their academic success by being named to the Heartland Conference president s and commisioner s honor rolls. 79 UAFS student-athletes representing the program s 10 sports received academic honors, with 47 named to the President s Honor Roll, maintaining at least a 3.5 grade-point average, and 32 named to the Commissioner s Honor Roll, maintaining at least a 3.0 grade-point average. 24 The UAFS men s basketball team set the school single-season record for wins during the NCAA Division II era (24) and was ranked in both national polls the entire season, peaking at No. 4 in the D2SIDA Top 25. The Lions won a share of their fourth regular-season Heartland Conference title and advanced to the NCAA Division II National Tournament for the fourth time. 2018 NCAA In 2018 the Lady Lions basketball team was the Heartland Conference regular season and conference tournament runner-up and advanced to the Division II National Tournament for the second time.
tari cummings WOMEN S HEAD BASKETBALL COACH It s such an honor and privilege to have this opportunity to return home to my alma mater. I m so excited to be the next head coach to continue the legacy of excellence here at UAFS. #BLEEDBLUE PLAYER/COACHING HISTORY Wednesday, June 27, 2018 UAFS (NCAA Division II) Head Coach 2017-18 Tulsa (NCAA Division I) Assistant Coach 2011-17 Arkansas (NCAA Division I) Assistant Coach/Recruiting Coordinator 2009-11 Houston (NCAA Division I) Assistant Coach/Recruiting Coordinator 2007-09 Cincinnati (NCAA Division I) Assistant Coach/Recruiting Coordinator 2003-07 UAFS (NJCAA) Assistant Coach 1999-01 Oklahoma State (NCAA Division I) Player 1997-99 UAFS (NJCAA) Player
Reserved Season Tickets 2018 TICKETS AND AMENITIES $175 - Reserved Season Ticket* $75 - General Admission Season Ticket $75 - Access to hospitality room refreshments and exclusive updates from athletic director and head coaches $50 - Parking pass * Reserved season ticket purchase includes lapel pin and invitation to special events. Order form for tickets or donations is located at the back of this booklet. Reserved General Admission
UAFS Athletics generous donors and supporters have made such a long-lasting impact on our facilities. These beautiful donations allow the department to enhance the student-athlete experience and for us to compete nationally by having such luxurious amenities.
JUSTIN BAILEY MEN S HEAD BASKETBALL COACH I am very blessed to be able to come back home and be the head coach in my hometown. It s definitely a dream come true! PLAYER/COACHING HISTORY Friday, June 29, 2018 UAFS (NCAA Division II) Head Coach 2016-18 Lamar (NCAA Division I) Assistant Coach/Recruiting Coordinator 2012-16 UAFS (NCAA Division II) Assistant Coach 2010-12 Arizona State (NCAA Division I) Graduate Assistant Coach 2009-10 University of Texas of the Permian Basin (NCAA Division II) Intern 2007-09 University of Texas of the Permian Basin (NCAA Division II) Player 2005-07 UAFS (NJCAA) Player
COMPLIANCE REMINDERS FOR DONORS This page is intended to provide UAFS alumni and friends with a basic understanding of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and Heartland Conference rules and regulations that you should know as someone who cares about University of Arkansas - Fort Smith intercollegiate athletics. While this does not include all applicable provisions, it does include the most common situations encountered by alumni and friends. Compliance with NCAA rules is of the highest priority for our athletic program and institution. As a member of the NCAA, UAFS is responsible for the actions of its boosters and fans. UAFS is proud to have the loyal support of and continued interest in its athletic programs by our alumni and friends. As we strive for excellence, we must always seek the highest standard of ethical conduct. With your assistance and cooperation, we believe we can accomplish both goals. WHAT IS A REPRESENTATIVE OF ATHLETICS INTEREST? You are considered to be a Representative of Athletics Interest (booster) if you: have been a member of any organization promoting UAFS athletics. have ever made a donation to the Athletic Department, the Lion s Athletic Club, or a specific team. have ever assisted in evaluating or recruiting prospects. have ever assisted in providing benefits to enrolled student-athletes, prospective student-athletes, or their parents or relatives. participated in the UAFS athletics program. Once you become a Representative of Athletics Interest, you retain that identity indefinitely. RULES GOVERNING ENROLLED STUDENT-ATHLETES DO NOT provide an extra benefit or special arrangement to an enrolled studentathlete. The extra benefit rule for student-athletes, their relatives, or their friends state that you: MAY NOT give them cash or loans in any amount. MAY NOT employ a student-athlete at a rate of pay that is higher than the going rate for other employees. MAY NOT give them gifts of any kind or free services. MAY NOT provide special discounts for goods or services. MAY NOT provide them transportation within or outside of a campus area. MAY NOT entertain or contact a prospect or his/her family on or off campus. MAY NOT provide rent-free or reduced-rent housing. MAY NOT provide tickets to an athletic, instituional, or community event. MAY NOT provide promise of financial aid for postgraduate education. MAY NOT provide promise to a student-athlete of employment after college. Questions? Call the assistant athletic director for compliance at 479-788-7575.
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Season Ticket Holder Information Name (if business, list company name and contact person) Address City State Zip RETURN FORMS TO: UAFS Box Office 5210 Grand Ave. P.O. Box 3649 Fort Smith, AR 72913 For more information contact the UAFS Box Office: 479-788-7300 boxoffice@uafs.edu @UAFSLions @UAFSSports @UAFSathletics uafslions.com CUT ALONG DOTTED LINE Home Phone Business Phone Cell Phone Email Payment Method: o Mastercard o Visa o Discover o Check (payable to UAFS Athletics) Name Card# CVN Exp. Date Signature GIFT DESIGNATION o Athletic Director s Greatest Need o Designate my gift to (specify sport program) Please designate the number of tickets or passes you wish to purchase in the appropriate blank, then total your order when finished. Reserved Season Tickets ($175 per person) General Admission Season Tickets ($75 per person) Hospitality Room Access Pass ($75 per pass) Parking Pass ($50 per pass) TOTAL $