FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Contact:  Robert Preston, Jr.,
              912.260.4276
              robert.preston@sgc.edu

SGC Accepting Nominations for Athletic Hall of Fame, Alumni of the Year Award

A very special day in the life of South Georgia College is quickly approaching. At a special ceremony on May 31, SGC will announce the inaugural class of the newly created SGC Athletic Hall of Fame and the 2012 Alumni of the Year.

SGC has a rich athletic heritage, including state and national championships in baseball, football, golf, basketball, track and field, softball and soccer. Former Tigers have played on the PGA Tour and in Major League Baseball, the NBA, and the Olympics. To honor players, coaches and community partners who have shaped SGC athletics, the college is pleased to announce the creation of the SGC Athletic Hall of Fame. The inaugural class will be inducted at a 7 p.m. ceremony on May 31, with ESPN columnist Mark Schlabach serving as keynote speaker.

At the same ceremony, SGC will announce the 2012 Alumni of the Year. To nominate an alumnus/alumna for the award, visit the Alumni and Foundation section on www.sgc.edu. Click on the Alumni of the Year tab to access the nomination form. To nominate an athlete or coach for the SGC Athletic Hall of Fame, fill out the nomination form at www.sgc.edu or contact Robert Brunel, Athletic Director, at (912) 260-4221. The deadline for both nominations is March 1.

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About South Georgia College

South Georgia College (www.sgc.edu) was founded in 1906 and is located in Douglas, Ga. The college's environment gives students exceptional opportunities for interdisciplinary study and close collaboration with faculty. With over 20 majors and transfer opportunities, South Georgia College provides the finest education possible to the citizens of its service area.