2 Program Options:
Sunday, February 27, 2022 – Sunday, March 13, 2022
Sunday, May 22, 2022 – Sunday, June 4, 2022
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 30 | Interviews begin APRIL 14th
We are also offering a 2-Week Developmental Camp in Atlanta.
Watch our video from our Atlanta program in March of 2021!
Our 9-day Sport Business Program in Atlanta was such a success in March, we are going back! We are now recruiting teammates to join our team as we explore the world through sport in Atlanta! Our 9-day itinerary is packed with educational sessions, networking opportunities, and sport facility tours providing immense experience in the sport industry. We will then team up with the Gwinnett Stripers, Triple-A Affiliate of the Atlanta Braves, for a hands-on experience learning all about how a Minor League Baseball team operates. Our program includes a full 9-days of sport business experiences and knowledge to help land your next gig, a brand new network of like-mined students and recent grads, and sport-related activities at Atlanta sport destinations!
Participants will receive the opportunity to work for 3-days with the front office staff of the Gwinnett Stripers
Participants will assist in the execution of two (2) home Stripers games at Coolray Field
Sport business presentations throughout the week from Atlanta area sport industry executives
Participants will take part in sport business challenges, networking sessions, and stadium tours
Evening activities & networking sessions will be offered as part of the program including networking events at an Atlanta United FC game and a Rugby ATL match
TIMELINE:
May 13 - June 11, 2021: Three (3) scheduled pre-trip digital Zoom sessions. Exact dates TBD.
Jun 13 - June 21, 2021: 9-day Sport Business Program in Atlanta, Georgia
June 21, 2021 and Beyond: Induction into the Living Sport Network. Program participants will also receive the standard benefits of participating in a Sport Business Program through Living Sport. Alumni benefits includes joining the Living Sport Network – an ever-growing network of like-minded sport business professionals, future sport business travel opportunities, and the option to continue involvement through free alumni programs such as the Living Sport Alumni Board, Ambassador Program, Book Club, exclusive digital sessions, reunion events, and more!
ITINERARY (PRELIMINARY):
WORKING EXPERIENCE WITH GWINNETT STRIPERS (TRIPLE-A AFFILIATE OF ATLANTA BRAVES)
MINOR LEAGUE BASEBALL
Living Sport will spend three (3) days learning from and assisting the Gwinnett Stripers!
The Stripers, formerly known as the Gwinnett Braves, are a professional Minor League Baseball team (MiLB) based in Gwinnett County, Georgia, within the Atlanta metropolitan area. The team plays in the Southeast Division of the Triple-A East, and they are the Triple-A affiliate of the Atlanta Braves. They are located 35 miles northeast of their parent club's stadium, Truist Park in Cobb County. The 2019 season was the 55th season of the affiliation between Richmond/Gwinnett and the major league Braves, the longest-running affiliation in Triple-A. Established in 2009 as members of the International League, the Stripers moved to the Triple-A East in conjunction with Major League Baseball's restructuring of Minor League Baseball in 2021.
Our team will learn the innerworkings of how a Minor League Baseball team operates through seminars and hands-on experience during two (2) Stripers’ baseball games. Over our three day experience, we will learn about all the departments (future job opportunities!) that come together to put on over 70 baseball games per season!
RUGBY ATL
MAJOR LEAGUE RUGBY
Rugby ATL represents the Southeast United States in Major League Rugby. Its geographic coverage spans from the Carolinas to Florida, which is one of the largest captured geographies in the MLR. ATL was founded in 2018 by Owner, Marcus Calloway! Rugby ATL is lead by General Manager, Scott Lawrence and features coaches/players from all over the United States, New Zealand, South Africa, Ireland, Canada, Tonga, and Fiji. Rugby ATL was founded off of a set of four core values that the organization implements in every division of the organization - we call these values P.A.C.E.
Living Sport’s day visit with Rugby ATL in March 2021
P is for developing People
A is for embracing Accountability
C is for Create Change
E for focus on Execution
PACE is a mindset of giving the gift of making others around you successful. It’s accepting reality instead of your own biased feelings. It’s owning your actions, looking for ways to not just accept and adapt to change but to be the catalyst for that change. Finally, it’s being a person of your word and who executes what you commit to.
Rugby ATL continues to serve and grow the Atlanta community through youth development clinics, fan activations, education, and supporting local businesses.
AMERICAN JUNIOR GOLF Association
HOME OF AMERICA’S PREMIER JUNIOR GOLF INTERNSHIP
Also included in the program is a stop in Braselton, Georgia to interact with the staff of the American Junior Golf Association. The American Junior Golf Association or AJGA for short, is considered by many leaders in the golf industry to be the premier junior golf association in the world. With alumni such as Jordan Spieth, Tiger Woods, Paula Creamer, Stacy Lewis, and the list goes on, who could disagree? AJGA also offers one of the best sport internships in the industry!
We will see AJGA headquarters, meet staff members, and engage in some interactive events while on site.
MERCEDES-BENZ STADIUM
HOME TO THE ATLANTA FALCONS & ATLANTA UNITED FC
Arthur Blank, the owner of the NFL’s Atlanta Falcons and MLS’s Atlanta United, wanted Mercedes-Benz Stadium to provide an architectural icon for the city and a fan experience that is second to none.
Living Sport’s visit to Mercedes-Benz Stadium in March 2021
HOK’s design reimagines what a stadium can be, creating a building that looks and functions like no other and that transforms the experience of going to a live event. Mercedes-Benz Stadium, also known as simply "The Benz", is a multi-purpose stadium. Opened in August of 2017 as a replacement for the Georgia Dome. The stadium is operated by AMB Group, the parent organization of the Falcons and Atlanta United. The stadium officially opened on August 26, 2017.
Several events formerly held at the Georgia Dome moved to Mercedes-Benz Stadium following its completion, including the SEC football championship game and the Peach Bowl. In 2018, it hosted the College Football Playoff National Championship and the MLS Cup (as Atlanta United held home field advantage), and it hosted Super Bowl LIII in 2019.
TRUIST Park
HOME TO THE ATLANTA BRAVES (MLB)
Living Sport’s visit to Truist Park in March 2021
Truist Park is the perfect marriage of classic ballpark feel, modern amenities and southern hospitality, which creates a fan experience unlike any other. An intimate setting of 41,000 seats is designed to maximize sightlines, making every seat feel like the "best in the house". The ballpark features the highest percentage of seats closer to the field than any other ball park in Major League Baseball.
Truist Park is located in the Atlanta metropolitan area, approximately 10 miles northwest of downtown Atlanta in the community of Cumberland, in Cobb County, Georgia. It has been the home ballpark for the Atlanta Braves since 2017.
Following a bank merger of BB&T Corporation and SunTrust Banks, the ballpark was renamed Truist Park in 2020.
Additional ATLANTA Excursions:
Get a gliMpse of our ATLANTA program held in march 2021:
(NOTE: THE PROGRAM CURRENTLY OFFERED WILL BE PARTNERING WITH THE GWINNETT STRIPERS IN GEORGIA)
ADDITIONAL program videos
ABOUT ATLANTA:
It’s not just the gleaming skyline that peers through the lush tree canopy. It’s not just the mix of innovative flavors and Southern traditions. It’s also the spirit of the Atlanta people and an approach to life that, no matter how much the world changes, the people of Atlanta remain rock solid. Because even though the world around us has changed, we are still pushing forward. The City in the Forest is ever-evolving, but the truth endures — everything that everyone loves about this city is everything that makes it Atlanta.
Sports are an important part of the culture of Atlanta. The city is home to professional franchises for four major team sports: the Atlanta Braves of Major League Baseball, the Atlanta Hawks of the National Basketball Association, the Atlanta Falcons of the National Football League, and Atlanta United FC of Major League Soccer. In addition, the city is home to professional rugby with Rugby ATL, and many of the city's universities participate in collegiate sports. The city also regularly hosts international, professional, and collegiate sporting events.
Atlanta 2021 Trip Information
This program is a sport business school, travel experience, and global work opportunity with networking, all rolled into one. Think of it as an investment in your future career and life.
Space is limited. Apply early to secure your spot.
Listen to Testimonials from Program Alumni
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
Program is led by industry progressions with over 20 years experiencing working in sport organizations around the world
Real-world sport business knowledge and advice from industry professionals
All lodging accommodations
Breakfast every morning. Welcome session dinner, opening session lunch, one other group meal, and weeklong snacks.
Sport-related tours & activities
Cultural-related tours & activities
Private group shuttle transportation to program events
Career building workshop sessions with industry professionals scheduled throughout the week
One Atlanta United (MLS) game ticket and one Rugby ATL game ticket (MLR)
A tight-knit network community of sport business peers that have also traveled with Living Sport
A Living Sport swag bag including program t-shirts, masks, backpack, and other gifts for joining the team!
Future sport business and travel opportunities as part of the Living Sport Alumni Network
Tips for tour guides/bus drivers
Complete itinerary is shared once accepted into the program
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED:
Flight costs - Flight costs will be quoted separately or can be booked on your own. Flight costs are very inexpensive right now and dependent on your departure airport, there are deals to Atlanta starting at $99.00!
All program participants will fly from their home airport to to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Meals not listed above
Extra activities during your own leisure time
PROGRAM COSTS:
This program includes a 9-day/8-night sport business excursion. Through our worldwide partners we are able to provide this incredible experience at a great price. See the “What’s Included” section above to see all that is included in the package. Contact us to learn more information.
SAMPLE PAYMENT SCHEDULE:
A deposit of $500 is needed to reserve your spot once you are accepted into the program
A payment plan will be set up for the remainder of the cost
Full program cost must be paid in full one month prior to departure (check or credit card)
For more information on the application process visit our application page.
FUNDRAISING:
The cost associated with the International Sport Business Program can be funded in numerous ways. Read our fundraising page for additional information.
Health, Safety and COVID-19 Measures:
Living Sport will limit the number of participants in our program
Living Sport participants are expected to adhere to all city/county and place of business rules and regulations regarding COVID-19
Living Sport branded face masks and hand sanitizer will be provided to each participant
Temperature checks will be conducted each morning and night by Living Sport staff
Single room accommodations are available upon request (includes additional charge)
Detailed plan available upon request