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SPMT 489 with Trev Alberts: A&M's AD delivers first lecture to students

August 24, 2024
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Director of Athletics Trev Alberts is teaching a sports management class on Texas A&M's campus this semester along with Dr. Gregg Bennett: SMPT 489, The Power of Sports. In his first lecture, Alberts offered an introduction to his experience in sports and much more.



Lecture #1 Topics

  • 00:00 - Introduction
  • 00:36 - Alberts as a youth athlete
  • 04:25 - What would Alberts tell his 15-year-old self?
  • 07:00 - On youth sport specialization
  • 08:10 - Alberts on his farming and family background
  • 10:08 - On his recruitment as a high school athlete
  • 14:45 - Alberts on why he picked Nebraska as a student-athlete
  • 16:18 - On life “after the cheering stops” and introduction to banking
  • 19:50 - On getting his start in broadcasting
  • 24:50 - What led Alberts to Texas A&M University?
  • 31:05 - On Ross Dellenger’s Aug. 22 tweet about ADs planning to “tier” sports
  • 39:10 - Sports being a microcosm of life
  • 42:00 - Defining “success” in his role at Texas A&M & his business advisory group
  • 45:00 - Differences in challenges at Texas A&M vs. Nebraska
  • 46:27 - Intersection of tradition and innovation in college athletics
  • 49:20 - Staying connected to Texas A&M’s core values as college athletics adapts

About SPMT 489

The Special Topics course “The Power of Sports” will explore the multifaceted impact of sports on society, culture, and business. Through a combination of guest speakers, class discussions and professional development events, students will gain insights into the various aspects of the sports industry.
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SPMT 489 with Trev Alberts: A&M's AD delivers first lecture to students

8,544 Views | 3 Replies | Last: 3 mo ago by Timberwolf
strbrst777
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Excellent. I listened to every word.
Krautag81
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Great interview! Why did Schloss not like him?
Timberwolf
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AG
Wow. Trevs one smart and articulate AD. Confident in his ability to lead us. That was fascinating.
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