Nickell Grant transitioned into her new role as Game & Event Operations Coordinator in September 2024 after initially joining the Fiesta Sports Foundation in March 2024 as Community Relations Coordinator.
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Before joining the Fiesta Sports Foundation, she served the College Football Playoff as the 2023-24 Public Events and Sponsorship Intern, assisting with all 2024 National Championship Ancillary events.
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Grant holds a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations with a concentration in Sport and Entertainment and a Master of Science in Hospitality Management from the University of Alabama. She served as a Recruiting Operations Intern for Alabama Football, aiding the department with two No. 1 recruiting classes, in addition to serving as a Graduate Teaching Assistant for the Sport Management Undergraduate Program and Sports Promotion Assistant for WVUA 23 News Station.
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Her passion for community engagement and sports propels her to create unforgettable moments for our host communities, loyal fan bases and student-athletes.
In her leisure time, Grant enjoys attending concerts, traveling with loved ones and exploring new hobbies.
Hometown:Â Houston, TX
Alma Mater:Â University of Alabama
Favorite TV Show:Â The Game, Big Brother, One Tree Hill
Surprisingly good at:Â DIY Art Projects
Which college football stadium would you like to visit the most:Â Ben Hill Griffin Stadium at the University of Florida