星空无限传媒 / Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:46:50 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 /wp-content/uploads/2023/09/cropped-android-chrome-512x512-1-32x32.png 星空无限传媒 / 32 32 星空无限传媒 to host On Deck golf outing to support Cougar Baseball /mvnu-to-host-on-deck-golf-outing-to-support-cougar-baseball/ Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:46:48 +0000 /?p=31618 The On Deck Campaign Golf Outing will be held Monday, September 21, 2026, at New Albany Country Club.

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MOUNT VERNON, Ohio 鈥 Supporters of 星空无限传媒 Athletics have an opportunity to enjoy a day on the course while supporting Cougar baseball during the On Deck Campaign Golf Outing, to be held Monday, September 21, 2026, at New Albany Country Club.

The outing will begin at 11 a.m., and includes lunch, contests, giveaways, and a country club dinner. Tickets are $500 for an individual or $2,000 per foursome. Dinner-only tickets are also available for those who wish to attend the evening program without golfing.

Sponsorship opportunities are available, including a Title Sponsor ($10,000) with exclusive marketing recognition and two teams. Additional levels include Dinner Sponsor ($7,500) with two teams, Outing Sponsor ($5,000) with one team, and Lunch Sponsor ($3,500) with one team. All sponsors receive marketing recognition and verbal acknowledgment during the event.

Registration for individuals, teams, and sponsorships is available at:

Proceeds will support Phase II of the On Deck Campaign for Cougar baseball, which includes stadium lights, turf improvements, a new backstop, and exterior fencing.

For more information, contact Mike Cheek at mike.cheek@mvnu.edu or visit .

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Future nurses recognized for excellence at 星空无限传媒 /future-nurses-recognized-for-excellence-at-mvnu/ Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:01:08 +0000 /?p=31598 Thirteen nursing students induction into the Rho Nu at-Large Chapter of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing.

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Thirteen 星空无限传媒 students were inducted into the Rho Nu at-Large Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing during a recent ceremony. Pictured in the front row, from left, are Kristi Jordan, Malia Forbes, and Ariana Mast. In the second row, from left, are Felicity Cline, Caroline Couch, Emma McCombs, Marisa Heisey, and Krista Jenkins. In the back row, from left, are Ethan Throop, Emma Thamarus, Elizabeth Evanshine, Eliana Morgan, and Dallas Hostetler.


MOUNT VERNON, Ohio 鈥 星空无限传媒 recently inducted 13 nursing students into the Rho Nu at-Large Chapter of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing during a ceremony held in the R.R. Hodges Chapel/Auditorium on the 星空无限传媒 campus.

Sigma Theta Tau International (Sigma) is the world鈥檚 leading honor society for nursing, recognizing excellence in scholarship, leadership, and service. The organization includes more than 100,000 active members and more than 600 chapters worldwide, connecting nurse leaders committed to advancing healthcare through education, research, and clinical practice.

The Rho Nu at-Large Chapter 鈥 a joint chapter of 星空无限传媒 and Ashland University 鈥 was established on April 20, 2002. This year, a total of 18 nursing students from the two institutions were inducted in recognition of their academic excellence, clinical skills, and leadership in the nursing profession.

Students inducted from 星空无限传媒 were Felicity Cline, Caroline Couch, Elizabeth Evanshine, Malia Forbes, Marisa Heisey, Dallas Hostetler, Krista Jenkins, Kristi Jordan, Ariana Mast, Emma McCombs, Eliana Morgan, Emma Thamarus, and Ethan Throop.

鈥淐ongratulations to the new inductees of Sigma Thea Tau, nursing鈥檚 international honor society,鈥 said Dr. Debra Garee, DNP, RN, Division of Health and Life Science Chair. 鈥淚t is a distinct honor and privilege for our students to join more than 100,000 members in over 100 countries. Sigma represents the highest standards of nursing scholarship, leadership, and clinical excellence, equipping nurses with the resources and support to advance nursing practice, enhance research, and impact healthcare throughout the world. We are proud of their accomplishment.鈥

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星空无限传媒 hosts Arbor Day tree plantings in the Quad /mvnu-hosts-arbor-day-tree-plantings-on-the-quad/ Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:17:11 +0000 /?p=31527 The day, in conjunction with Arbor Day which was the same week, was marked with two special tree plantings in the Quad 鈥 honoring the memory of Ethan Adkins and establishing a future ceremonial campus Christmas tree.

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Doug and Jennifer Adkins break the ground during a tree planting in memory of their son, Ethan, during Blue-Green Day festivities on Tuesday at 星空无限传媒. The planting was one of three done in celebration of Arbor Day.


MOUNT VERNON, Ohio 鈥 星空无限传媒 marked Arbor Day during its annual Blue-Green Day festivities Tuesday morning with two special tree plantings in the Quad 鈥 honoring the memory of Ethan Adkins and establishing a future ceremonial campus Christmas tree.

Blue-Green Day is a treasured campus beautification tradition held each April, where students, faculty, and staff unite to landscape, plant flowers, and prepare the grounds for Commencement.

Planting a tree in a community park with volunteers working together.
Members of the 星空无限传媒 Tree Committee planted a white fir in the Quad on Tuesday in celebration of Arbor Day. The tree will have a future use as the campus Christmas tree.

The event began with the planting of the Ethan Adkins Memorial Tree, a Red Oak dedicated in Adkins鈥 memory. Ethan, the son of Doug and Jennifer Adkins 鈥 a former 星空无限传媒 employee 鈥 was a 2024 graduate of Granville High School. He tragically died in an automobile accident in July 2024, just over a month before he was scheduled to begin his studies at the university. Ethan was eagerly anticipating his next chapter at 星空无限传媒, where he planned to pursue a degree in Biology. Members of the Adkins family attended the ceremony and joined the campus community in remembering Ethan.

鈥淓than loved this place,鈥 said Jennifer Adkins. 鈥淚t is an honor for 星空无限传媒 to remember him. When this idea was brought up, we thought it was a really good idea. He was really looking forward to being a student on campus. It鈥檚 hard to imagine this would be his sophomore year.鈥

Following the memorial planting, the 星空无限传媒 Tree Committee planted a white fir that will serve as the university鈥檚 future Campus Christmas Tree, creating a focal point for seasonal celebrations for years to come. Several students joined Tree Committee members in the hands-on planting effort, reflecting campus engagement in sustainability efforts.

In recognition of these efforts, 星空无限传媒 has again been named a Tree Campus by the Arbor Day Foundation鈥檚 Tree Campus Higher Education program, marking the seventh consecutive year the university has earned the national designation.

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Music Ensembles to present final concert of the year /music-ensembles-to-present-final-concert-of-the-year/ Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:09:05 +0000 /?p=31520 The concert will be held Saturday, May 2, at 3 p.m. in the R.R. Hodges Chapel/Auditorium and is free and open to the public.

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MOUNT VERNON, Ohio 鈥 The 星空无限传媒 Music Department ensembles will complete the year with a final concert on Saturday, May 2, at 3 p.m. in the R.R. Hodges Chapel/Auditorium. The concert is free and open to the public.

The concert will feature the Symphonic Wind Ensemble, Jazz Band, String Ensemble, Flute Choir, Collegians Chorale, Una Voce Chamber Choir, and Treble Singers Women鈥檚 Choir.

A variety of music will be presented, and the concert will conclude with the combined groups featuring two pieces: 鈥淗ope for Resolution鈥 by Paul Caldwell and Sean Ivory and 鈥淟amb of God鈥 by Twila Paris. 鈥淗ope for Resolution鈥 was written to honor Nelson Mandela and F.W. de Klerk and combines the hymn chant 鈥淥f the Father鈥檚 Love Begotten鈥 with a South African freedom song 鈥淭hula Sizwe.鈥 The choirs reach back in time to perform one of the most inspirational songs by Twila Paris 鈥 鈥淟amb of God.鈥 With our Easter celebrations still fresh on our minds and hearts, the stylings of renown composer/arranger Jay Rouse provide poignant interpretations of the moving lyrics culminating with 鈥淥 wash me in His precious blood, My Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God.鈥

Instrumental ensemble directors are Dr. John Packard, Chuck Dettmar, Chris Japikse, and Jennifer Packard. Choral directors are Dr. Robert Tocheff, Dirk Eachus, and Sabina Anderson.

For more information on this or other musical events, please contact Tressa Daley at (740) 397-9000, ext. 3000, or visit .

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星空无限传媒 presents 2026 Faith Days with the Columbus Clippers /faith-days-26/ Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:37:15 +0000 /?p=31450 Join 星空无限传媒 at Huntington Park this summer. Discounted group tickets make it easy to gather friends, church groups, and alumni for a fun night at the ballpark.

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MOUNT VERNON, Ohio 鈥 Looking for a great night out this summer? 星空无限传媒 invites you to Faith Days at Huntington Park 鈥 a series of special evenings with the Columbus Clippers where 星空无限传媒 fans of all backgrounds can come together for fun, community, and good company.

Faith Days are open to everyone 鈥 whether you’re an 星空无限传媒 alumnus, a current student, a church group, or simply a friend of the university. Each game features a ceremonial first pitch and a welcoming atmosphere perfect for enjoying America’s favorite pastime together.

  • Faith Days Schedule
  • Friday, May 22 鈥 Clippers vs. Louisville Bats
    Traditional Admissions night
  • Wednesday, June 17 鈥 Clippers vs. Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders
    Church Relations night
  • Friday, July 17 鈥 Clippers vs. Indianapolis Indians
    星空无限传媒 Athletics night
  • Friday, August 14 鈥 Clippers vs. Omaha Storm Chasers
    Alumni Relations night
  • Saturday, September 5 鈥 Clippers vs. Iowa Cubs
    College of Adult and Professional Studies night
  • Friday, September 18 鈥 Clippers vs. St. Paul Saints
    Student Life night with a performance by the Collegians Chorale

Affordable Group Tickets

Skip the full-price ticket window 鈥 Faith Days offers discounted pricing so you can bring the whole group. Grab your tickets at and come spend a night at the ballpark with your community.

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25 Years of Learning: Esther Jetter Preschool celebrates milestone /25-years-of-learning-esther-jetter-preschool-celebrates-milestone/ Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:30:59 +0000 /?p=31445 For 25 years, Esther Jetter Preschool at 星空无限传媒 has helped young learners take their first steps into education. Through play-based learning, Christian values, and a close-knit community of teachers and families, the preschool has shaped nearly 2,000 children across Knox County. Now, the program celebrates a quarter century of nurturing curiosity and building strong foundations for the future.

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In one corner of the classroom, a child pretends to run a bakery. Across the room, another carefully stacks blocks into a tower. Nearby, a group gathers on the carpet to listen to a story.

For 25 years, moments like these have shaped the early learning experience at Esther Jetter Preschool. Located on the campus of 星空无限传媒, the preschool has quietly become a trusted starting place for children beginning their educational journeys.

The program welcomes children ages 3 through 6 into a learning environment designed to build confidence, curiosity, and school-readiness. Esther Jetter Preschool offers three classes 鈥 a Three-Year-Old Preschool, a Four-Year-Old Preschool, and a Pre-Kindergarten class 鈥 each tailored to meet children where they are developmentally while preparing them for kindergarten and beyond.

Over the past quarter century, the program has served nearly 2,000 children across Knox County. According to director Kelly Gumm, the strength of the program today is rooted in the foundation established years ago.

鈥淭he foundation upon which EJP was built was very strong,鈥 Gumm said. 鈥淢any pieces of the program have remained consistent over the past 25 years, including following best practice, teaching Ohio Early Learning and Development Standards, and challenging students where they are on their preschool journey.鈥

That philosophy comes to life in the classroom. One of the most popular features is a rotating dramatic play center that transforms the room into places children recognize from everyday life 鈥 a bakery, grocery store, pumpkin patch, or post office.

鈥淭he dramatic play center is designed to help build math, literacy, writing, science, and social skills,鈥 Gumm explained.

The preschool has also expanded opportunities for families to stay connected through private class Facebook groups that share daily photos and updates, allowing parents to catch a glimpse of their children鈥檚 day in real time.

One of the newer additions to the program is a series of summer camps designed to ease children into school routines. Morning sessions offer hands-on, themed learning experiences for current and incoming students. Afternoon sessions help rising kindergartners practice the skills they鈥檒l need come fall.

For children who鈥檝e never been to school before, it鈥檚 a first glimpse. For those who are about to leave EJP for good, it鈥檚 a send-off 鈥 sitting a little longer, listening a little closer, and believing a little more firmly that they can do this.

Partnership With 星空无限传媒

Reading a children's book in a classroom library with young students.

A key factor in the preschool鈥檚 success is its partnership with 星空无限传媒鈥檚 education program. As a laboratory school for the university鈥檚 Education Department, the preschool regularly hosts teacher candidates who gain hands-on classroom experience under the guidance of experienced educators.

鈥淭he 星空无限传媒 early childhood education teacher candidates bring energy, new ideas, and lower teacher/child ratios,鈥 Gumm said. 鈥淣ot only do 星空无限传媒 students have the opportunity to learn in our classroom, but they also teach lessons. They offer preschool students various teaching styles and many one-on-one experiences while learning through play with a purpose.鈥

That collaborative environment benefits both groups 鈥 young learners and future teachers alike.

Area kindergarten and elementary teachers have noticed. More than once, Gumm has heard from educators who said they could identify the EJP students in their classrooms 鈥 not just by academic readiness, but by how they carry themselves, how they treat other children, and how they approach something that feels difficult.

Faith in the Classroom

Christian faith also plays a meaningful role in the preschool鈥檚 daily rhythm. It is woven naturally into everyday routines.

鈥淓ach day we read from the Beginner鈥檚 Bible and pray for the students who are absent as well as the needs of our class and their families,鈥 Gumm said. 鈥淎s the children become more comfortable and confident, they are eager to share prayer requests and sometimes offer to pray.鈥

鈥淓JP is more than just a preschool 鈥 it鈥檚 a special community,鈥 Gumm added. 鈥淔amilies know their children will have a variety of hands-on learning opportunities, including Christian education.鈥

A Community for Families

Beyond academics and faith formation, the preschool has become something more for many families 鈥 a close-knit community that often spans generations.

Ask parents what makes the preschool special, and many point first to the teachers. One parent described the program as offering 鈥渃aring teachers and a fun, playful academic environment,鈥 while another noted their child experienced significant growth in 鈥渓earning, communication, confidence and social skills鈥 during their time there.

Gumm says those comments reflect the program鈥檚 larger mission.

鈥淧arents have shared the importance of their children having a positive first school experience,鈥 she said. 鈥淭hey鈥檝e said EJP was a safe place where their children were supported and loved and encouraged to safely try new experiences. This laid a good foundation upon which to start their academic journey.鈥

That sense of belonging is evident in the stories that return to campus. Former preschool students have come back years later to help with summer camps, sharing fond memories of their time in the classroom. Some have even returned as 星空无限传媒 students 鈥 several studying education themselves.

As Esther Jetter Preschool celebrates its 25th anniversary, the milestone reflects more than longevity. It represents a generation of children who first learned to ask questions, make friends, and discover the joy of learning.

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Una Voce Chamber Choir to perform at Quarry Chapel /una-voce-chamber-choir-to-perform-at-quarry-chapel/ Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:41:23 +0000 /?p=31375 Una Voce will present a spring concert on Saturday, April 25, at 11 a.m. at Quarry Chapel. The concert, located at 10930 Quarry Road in Gambier, is free and open to the public.聽

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MOUNT VERNON, Ohio 鈥 星空无限传媒鈥檚 Una Voce Chamber Choir will present a spring concert on Saturday, April 25, at 11 a.m. at Quarry Chapel. The concert, located at 10930 Quarry Road in Gambier, is free and open to the public. 

Una Voce, an a cappella chamber choir, consists of 20 auditioned members under the direction of Mr. Dirk Eachus.聽 This concert, entitled 鈥淛ubilant Praise,鈥 will feature a variety of sacred a cappella selections, including pieces from the Renaissance, Classical, and Contemporary repertoire.聽聽

For more information on this or other musical events, please contact Tressa Daley at (740) 397-9000, ext. 3000, or visit .

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星空无限传媒 athletics presents inaugural Chet Foraker Legacy Award /mvnu-athletics-presents-inaugural-chet-foraker-legacy-award/ Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:51:06 +0000 /?p=31365 Foraker played a central role in the early development of athletics at 星空无限传媒. When the university opened in 1968, he served as the first head coach of the men鈥檚 basketball program from 1968 to 1971, the first baseball coach from 1969 to 1971, and the institution鈥檚 first athletic director from 1970 to 1971.

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星空无限传媒 honored former coach and athletic director Chet Foraker with the inaugural Chet Foraker Legacy Award during a presentation recently. From left are 星空无限传媒 athletic director Chip Wilson, 星空无限传媒 President Dr. Carson Castleman, Foraker and Mount Vernon Mayor Dr. Matt Starr. (Photo courtesy of 星空无限传媒)


MOUNT VERNON, Ohio 鈥 星空无限传媒 athletics honored one of its founding leaders with the inaugural Chet Foraker Legacy Award, recognizing the lasting impact of the university鈥檚 first athletic director and head coach.

The award, which will be presented annually, recognizes individuals who demonstrate long-term commitment, servant leadership, and enduring influence on 星空无限传媒 athletics.

Athletic Director Chip Wilson said the award reflects the foundation that Chet Foraker helped establish when the university launched its athletic programs.

鈥淭his award will become an annual honor recognizing individuals who exemplify long-term commitment, servant leadership and enduring impact on 星空无限传媒 athletics,鈥 Wilson said. 鈥淲e are thankful for the opportunity to celebrate Chet and the legacy he established.鈥

Foraker played a central role in the early development of athletics at 星空无限传媒. When the university opened in 1968, he served as the first head coach of the men鈥檚 basketball program from 1968 to 1971, the first baseball coach from 1969 to 1971, and the institution鈥檚 first athletic director from 1970 to 1971. His leadership helped lay the groundwork for the university鈥檚 intercollegiate athletics program.

星空无限传媒 President Dr. Carson Castleman emphasized that the award honors more than athletic success.

鈥淲e honor what is honorable, and Chet Foraker is an honorable man,鈥 Dr. Castleman said. 鈥淐oach Foraker helped lay the groundwork for intercollegiate athletics at 星空无限传媒, and his influence has extended across generations of students, athletes and coaches.鈥

Castleman noted that the award recognizes individuals whose service and character reflect Foraker鈥檚 example of loyalty, dedication and belief in the mission of the university.

Wilson also highlighted the spiritual foundation Foraker helped establish within the athletic department. Early 星空无限传媒 yearbooks note that Foraker ensured prayer took place before every athletic competition prior to the national anthem 鈥 a tradition that continues today.

Beyond athletics, Foraker served as a faculty member who deeply cared for his students. During the university鈥檚 second year of operation, founding president Stephen W. Nease presented him with the President鈥檚 Award for Excellence in Teaching during the 1969-70 academic year.

Foraker鈥檚 commitment to 星空无限传媒 extended well beyond his coaching tenure. In 1993, he helped establish the Chet Foraker Endowment, which continues to support 星空无限传媒 students, particularly those in the men鈥檚 basketball program. He was later inducted into the 星空无限传媒 Wall of Fame in 1996.

During the ceremony, Dr. Matt Starr, mayor of Mount Vernon, presented a proclamation recognizing Foraker for his pioneering leadership and lasting contributions to the university and the Mount Vernon community.

The Chet Foraker Legacy Award will continue to honor individuals who reflect the values he exemplified throughout his life and career 鈥 faith, service, character and a deep commitment to 星空无限传媒 Athletics.

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Gotschall and Baker honored with Excellence in the Call award /gotschall-and-baker-honored-with-excellence-in-the-call-award/ Thu, 09 Apr 2026 19:07:48 +0000 /?p=31318 The honor recognizes outstanding service, innovation, collegiality, peer leadership, and going beyond the call of duty.

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MOUNT VERNON, Ohio 鈥 Faculty and staff at 星空无限传媒 gathered Wednesday morning in Thorne Performance Hall of the R.R. Hodges Chapel/Fine Arts Center to honor their colleagues at the Excellence in the Call awards reception. Jennifer Gotschall, Counselor, 星空无限传媒 Student Development; and David Baker, Director of the Center for Innovative Education, were celebrated for their dedication to 星空无限传媒鈥檚 mission.

The quarterly award includes recognition at the employee reception, a certificate, and $500. Developed and sponsored by faculty and staff donors, this honor recognizes outstanding service, innovation, collegiality, peer leadership, and going beyond the call of duty as recognized and nominated from their peers and chosen by the Excellence in the Call Award Committee.

Pictured, from left, are 星空无限传媒 President Dr. Carson Castleman; Gotschall; and Rev. Dave Mills, Vice President of Spiritual Life and Church Relations. Baker was not available for the photograph.

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Former 星空无限传媒 coach named the 2026 SCB Lifetime Achievement Award Winner /former-mvnu-coach-named-the-2026-scb-lifetime-achievement-award-winner/ Mon, 06 Apr 2026 16:01:54 +0000 /?p=31267 Former 星空无限传媒 men's basketball coach Scott Flemming will be recognized as the 2026 recipient of the SCB Lifetime Achievement Award during a presentation on April 26 in Kansas City.

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FORT MYERS, Florida 鈥 Small College Basketball proudly recognizes Scott Flemming as the 2026 recipient of the SCB Lifetime Achievement Award. Now in its eighth year, the award honors individuals whose careers have made a lasting impact on the landscape of small college basketball.

John McCarthy, founder of Small College Basketball, shared the following on Flemming:

鈥淪mall College Basketball is proud to present the Lifetime Achievement Award to Scott Flemming,鈥 expressed McCarthy. 鈥淗e鈥檚 used the coaching platform as a force for good around the world, transforming the lives of people around the globe. He鈥檚 highly respected as a coach, and even more respected as a special, caring human. Congratulations, Coach Flemming, on being named as the Small College Basketball Lifetime Achievement Award Winner.鈥

A Louisville, OH native, Flemming graduated from Mount Vernon Nazarene. He would later go on to earn a master鈥檚 in communications from Wheaton College and a Master in Sports Science from the United States Sports University. Flemming started his coaching career as an assistant from 1982-1984 at Mount Vernon Nazarene. He would then go on to coach for two years as an assistant at Wheaton College, before getting the head coaching position and athletic director role at Nyack College.

Del Harris, Small College Basketball Hall of Fame member and former NBA Head Coach had this to say about Flemming: 鈥淐ongratulations to my dear friend and former associate, Scott Flemming, for being recognized as the 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award winner,鈥 stated Harris. 鈥淚 am very proud of his lifetime work that includes a long career in Small College Basketball. His work included the NAIA and NCAA DII at three schools. Overall, he was named National Small College Coach of the Year twice and his teams qualified for the nationals 10 times. Congratulations Coach Flemming.鈥

After a three-year stint at Nyack, Flemming returned to Mount Vernon Nazarene where he was the head coach and athletic director for close to 20 years. Between Nyack and Mount Vernon Nazarene, Flemming amassed 440 career collegiate wins. He was twice named Coach of the Year at Mount Vernon Nazarene and led the Cougars to the NAIA National Tournament eight times and won the NCCAA National Championship in 2000.

In June of 2010, Flemming joined the Texas Legends, the NBA G League affiliate of the Dallas Mavericks. In November of 2012 Flemming was named the Head Basketball Coach of the Men鈥檚 National Team in India. During his first tenure as the head coach of the India men鈥檚 national team, he guided the team to the South Asia Championship in 2013 and 2014. Flemming guided the team to its biggest victory in India basketball history, defeating China 65-58 in the 2014 FIBA Asia Cup.

Flemming had this to say about receiving such a prestigious award: 鈥淚 am extremely grateful for this award, in light of almost 30 years of my coaching experience being involved in small college basketball. Of course, in any honor such as this, I share it with so many players, coaches and friends that I have joined with along this wonderful journey. The victories are special, but it is truly about the meaningful relationships that have impacted my life.鈥

Flemming returned to collegiate coaching in 2015 at Northwest Nazarene University. After two years with the Nighthawks, Flemming returned to India as the Senior Director of Basketball Operations for NBA India. He would then go on to become the Technical Director for the NBA Academy India, before taking over as the head coach of the Basketball Federation of India. Flemming spent a total of 12 years in India. Most recently Flemming has joined Athletes in Action. During his extraordinary career Flemming directed numerous basketball camps and coached internationally in Sweden, Poland, South Africa, Mexico, and Jamaica.

Flemming will be awarded the SCB Lifetime Achievement Award at the National Awards Show on Sunday, April 26, in Kansas City. For more information on the SCB Lifetime Achievement Award and Small College Basketball head to smallcollegebasketball.com.

What they鈥檙e saying about Scott Flemming

鈥淪cott Fleming represents the true missional aspect of being a coach. He loves his Lord and then seeks the very best for each player, staff member, and partner in the effort of growing young people through a game. He is not self-serving or driven by ego which is becoming very rare in today鈥檚 sports culture. I would simply state, 鈥榃ell done and well-deserved, Scott.鈥 鈥 Dan Wood, NCCAA Executive Director

鈥淭he NAIA proudly recognizes Scott Flemming as this year鈥檚 Small College Basketball Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, honoring a career defined by sustained excellence and a deep commitment to education-based athletics. Throughout his career, Scott鈥檚 leadership has impacted many. Surpassing 400 career victories 鈥 including storied success at NAIA member Mount Vernon Nazarene 鈥 he has consistently elevated his programs while shaping countless lives. His influence extends well beyond wins, leaving his mark on small college basketball through dedication to his student-athletes.鈥 鈥 Jim Carr, President and CEO, National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics

鈥淪cott Flemming has been one of the most consistent people in the basketball world for decades. He leads with a people first, service oriented, caring presence that exudes excellence in all that he does. What a worthy recipient!鈥 鈥 Eric Nelson, President, Athletes in Action

鈥淚 had the privilege to play for Coach Flemming and to also work for him at 星空无限传媒. He continues to have the unique ability to recruit at a high level, develop players, and create a winning culture while also investing in the personal growth of his team members. He always led with integrity, pushed with purpose, and believed in people even before they believed in themselves. The lessons he gave went far beyond the game of basketball, and his influence has impacted generations. This award is a celebration of a career defined not just by success, but by significance. Congratulations Coach.鈥 鈥 Chip Wilson, Director of Athletics, 星空无限传媒

鈥淭his award reflects Scott鈥檚 lasting impact on the game and on the lives of everyone he encountered. His ability to see the good in people and empower others 鈥 gifts God has given us all 鈥 is what made him such an exceptional leader and coach. I would not be the head coach, father, or husband I am today without Scott鈥檚 influence during our time together at Northwest Nazarene University.鈥 鈥 Jon Hawkins, Head Men鈥檚 Basketball Coach, Northwest Nazarene University

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