Michael Alford’s extensive experience in college athletics and the NFL have shaped a diverse background as he takes on a new role: CEO of Seminole Boosters, Inc. The boosters officially announced the hiring of Alford, who has been Central Michigan’s athletics director for three years. Alford will succeed Andy Miller, who has led the boosters since 1975. Alford, 51, has…
The college athletics arms race has exploded over the past decade. New facilities with all the bells and whistles – and even slides – have become mandatory for athletic programs to keep up, particularly in basketball and football. At Florida State, the athletic department and Seminole Boosters, Inc. have done what they can to keep FSU’s athletic facilities new and up-to-date. “I…
Florida State University lost a good friend and valued contributor recently when former Seminole Booster Chairman William Theodore Proctor Jr. passed at the age of 88. “Theo Proctor was a great civic leader, a passionate Seminole fan and one of FSU’s most dedicated Boosters,” said FSU president John Thrasher. “He loved to talk football, and Jean and I always enjoyed…
Seminole Boosters Inc. is pleased to present to you the the spring 2020 issue of Unconquered magazine, a 68-page PDF that you can read now on your phone, tablet or computer. Inside, we have Q&As with Seminole Boosters president and CEO Andy Miller and FSU athletics director David Coburn as well as a column by Charlie Barnes and a look…
Florida State University announced Tuesday the cancellation of activities in response to the ongoing efforts to curb the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). The following activities have been cancelled as a precautionary measure and in direct compliance with the latest Federal, State, Atlantic Coast Conference and University guidelines: All spring sports seasons Spring Garnet and Gold Football Game and…
The “Renaissance of FSU football” is officially underway. And it feels good. Mike Norvell, who left Memphis after four seasons and having posted the highest winning percentage in Tigers history, was named Florida State’s new coach on Dec. 8. He hasn’t wasted a moment after winning the press-conference crowd with his passion, energy and intelligence. Norvell has named half of…
Editor’s note: This column originally appeared in the Osceola and was written by Jerry Kutz, owner and publisher of the Osceola, and a retired Sr. Vice President of Seminole Boosters. For information on the Osceola and how to subscribe, visit https://theosceola.com/ A series of letters are being sent to all Seminole Booster members from President John Thrasher asking for support…
Here’s a chance to play a round of golf with a Seminole celebrity in the Seminole-Gator Rivalry Golf tournament, hosted by the Florida Sports Hall of Fame. The Charity tournament will be held at Reunion Resort in Kissimmee on Monday, Nov. 25 with a 9:30 a.m. shotgun start. The FSU vs UF challenge tournament will feature 18 teams, nine from…
Florida State has a passionate fan base of which more than 15,000 are members of Seminole Boosters, Inc., who graciously donate their time and money to help strengthen FSU athletics. The money generated by Seminole Boosters is used to fund scholarships, capital improvements and other projects as determine by Seminole Boosters’ executive leadership. However, if an individual has a…
Years ago being a season-ticket holder was a straight-forward proposition. You received the best seat in the stadium and a per-game discount by agreeing to purchase every home game in a set bundle. However, in 2019 things have changed. Everything is becoming “unbundled” and the rise of secondary-ticket markets no longer ensure season-ticket holders have the biggest discount. This is…
