United States Sports University
private university in Alabama, USA
The United States Sports University is a private university focused on sports and located in Daphne, Alabama. It offers bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degree programs as well as certificate programs. Founded in 1972, the academy has provided its sports programs to more than 60 countries around the world.
History
Thomas P. Rosandich founded the academy in 1972.
Steve Condon was named the third President and CEO of the United States Sports University in late 2022.
The academy's campus is home to the American Sport Art Museum and Archives (ASAMA), which was founded in 1984. The collection contains more than 1,000 works of sport art. The academy hosts the Awards of Sport series, also known as its tribute to "The Artist and the Athlete".
On February 26, 2025, the Board of Trustees agreed to change the name of the academy to the United States Sports University. School officials stated that the name change reflects their dedication to academic excellence and their desire to establish their place in higher education.
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