Ryan Blackwell: Director of Player Engagement

[OrangeXtreme]

Blackwell Returns As Director of Player Engagement - Syracuse University Athletics

SYRACUSE, NY – Former Syracuse men's basketball standout Ryan Blackwell '00 has rejoined the program as director of player engagement.

cuse.com

 

[OrangeXtreme]

"DOPE"

 

[sufan59]

I like it, creative. Hope it provides the value they envision it will. I think some of this was part of Alex Klines responsibilities and some new responsibilities as well.

 

[OrangeXtreme]

 

[35kcuse]

Corasiniti and Blackwell are essentially covering the roles of a GM this season

 

[rangers1994]

Sounds like it’s strictly a fundraising job - what experience does he have in that department?

 

[Newhouser]

So what does this position do?

 

[Grbac]

So what does this position do?

From the job posting

A prominent university in Syracuse, NY, is seeking a Director of Engagement to enhance alumni and donor participation in fundraising initiatives. You will develop and execute a comprehensive engagement strategy, plan high-quality events, and build strong relationships with alumni and donors.

 

[35kcuse]

Sounds like it’s strictly a fundraising job - what experience does he have in that department?

Knows a lot of people

 

[orlandoorange]

When voice to text goes bad

 

[tombacuse]

good news, good move imo...

 

[M2MPrinciples]

You guessed it: Frank Stallone.

 

[Brooky03]

So what does this position do?

 

[RedtheGOB]

So what does this position do?

 

[cliftonparksufan]

Good for Ryan and good for the program. I envision him as a liaison between boosters, players and coaches. Kind of like "a fixer" when you need something done. Someone you go to who is good at getting things accomplished. Like the Mayor of Kingstown but without all the bloodshed.

 

[Chip]

I think his job is to be the DC and Etan whisperer. Try to make them less crazy and more willing to take out the check books.

 

[Orangezoo]

Good for Ryan and good for the program. I envision him as a liaison between boosters, players and coaches. Kind of like "a fixer" when you need something done. Someone you go to who is good at getting things accomplished. Like the Mayor of Kingstown but without all the bloodshed.

Considering his time at Boeheims Army it’s a good fit.

 

[Norman Dale]

Does this mean that there’s an assistant coach position open?

 

[kingtidge]

I think his job is to be the DC and Etan whisperer. Try to make them less crazy and more willing to take out the check books.

He will be buried by Lally in the 81 dig after he trots AW up to the hill for some gladhanding and axe body spray hall wafting...

 

[Scooch]

Yeahhh, this sounds like Gerry wanted him around and they concocted a vague role for him to fill. Which is fine.

 

[im4cuse]

I think his job is to be the DC and Etan whisperer. Try to make them less crazy and more willing to take out the check books.

Heavy lift with Etan after he all but accused Lobdell of not raising money for Red because ……

 

[BillSU]

It's about time we had a player of Ryan's caliber to get alumni involved / basketball alums too!

 

[007]

Yeahhh, this sounds like Gerry wanted him around and they concocted a vague role for him to fill. Which is fine.

Sounds like a targeted, NIL-centric liaison, which the basketball program needed. Another sign of the university adding financial support for Gerry.

 

[shu 49]

Good for Ryan and good for the program. I envision him as a liaison between boosters, players and coaches. Kind of like "a fixer" when you need something done. Someone you go to who is good at getting things accomplished. Like the Mayor of Kingstown but without all the bloodshed.

I think he coaches too without the actual coach name

 

[Bulldog04]

“Black” (that’s his nickname, for real) I think is in a perfect job for this. He’s so nice to be around, he’s social, you will see him out and about a lot and engaging with everyone. Hes close to a lot of donors so I think this will do a lot of good for him and the program