Thomas Heaney ’25 has been named to the athletics communications staff at Averett University, completing the department’s hiring for the cycle, according to an announcement by Director of Athletics Communications Dominik Pocrnja. Heaney steps into the role as a recent alumnus, bringing immediate institutional familiarity to the NCAA Division III athletic department.
Averett University Staff Finalization
The appointment of Heaney finalizes the athletic communications roster under Dominik Pocrnja for the upcoming collegiate sports season. According to Averett University athletics department releases, filling the final staff position ensures full operational support for the university’s growing portfolio of varsity athletic programs competing in the Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC) and USA South Athletic Conference.
Alumni Transition to Athletic Administration
As a 2025 graduate of Averett University, Heaney transitions directly from student-athlete or campus community member to a full-time administrative role within the department. Hiring recent graduates into athletic communications positions is a common pipeline in Division III athletics, providing departments with energetic staff members who already understand institutional culture and campus dynamics, according to standard collegiate athletics administration practices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Averett University Director of Athletics Communications Dominik Pocrnja announced the hiring.
Heaney is a 2025 graduate of Averett University who joined the athletics communications staff following his graduation.
Athletic communications departments manage media relations, sports statistics, digital content creation, and promotional coverage for varsity sports teams.
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