New Education Program - "Before the Snap"

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One thing the COVID-19 pandemic has taught us all is how to adapt – and the Hall’s Youth & Education Team did just that when field trips and in-person programs came to a screeching halt earlier this year.

On Friday, the Pro Football Hall of Fame will kick off a new series – “Before the Snap.” A live webinar series created by the Hall’s Youth & Education Team, “Before the Snap” will allow learners of all ages to gain insight on careers in and around the National Football League by giving them the opportunity to interact with an industry expert via a live Q&A.

This series will take place every Friday at noon EST on the Hall’s Facebook featuring guests such as Gameplay Producer for EA Sports Madden NFL and Ratings Adjustor, Clint Oldenburg; Sr. Director of Community Relations & Detroit Lions Charities, Jen McCollum; and NFL columnist for USA Today Sports and Pro Football Hall of Fame Selector Jarrett Bell.  

The idea for the series came to fruition after the Youth & Education Team received tremendous positive feedback following a special “Hall of Fame Live: Careers in the NFL” program, which was streamed live on Facebook, with Ben Liebenberg, director of photography/NFL lead photographer. Ben spoke at length about his career as lead photographer.

“’Before the Snap’ was created to give learners in high school, college and beyond the chance to interact and network with industry experts. Fans around the world see the final product on the field on game day – but we wanted to highlight all of the work that goes into making it flawless by so many off the field,” shared the Hall’s Youth & Education Manager, Jake Ray.

Program Schedule

Date of Session Time Industry Professional How to Watch
Friday, September 11th 12:00pm - 1:00pm (ET) Clint Oldenburg - Gameplay Producer, EA Sports Madden NFL and Ratings Adjustor Watch Live on Facebook
Friday, September 18th 12:00pm - 1:00pm (ET) Michelle Norris - Senior Director of Gold Jacket Relations, Pro Football Hall of Fame Watch Live on Facebook
Friday, September 25th 12:00pm - 1:00pm (ET)


Jen McCollum - Sr. Director of Community Relations & Detroit Lions Charities

Watch Live on Facebook
Friday, October 2nd 12:00pm - 1:00pm (ET) Jason Romano - Sports Spectrum Podcast Watch Live on Facebook
Friday, October 9th 12:00pm - 1:00pm (ET) Alyssa Henke - Youth Marketing Coordinator, Minnesota Vikings Watch Live on Facebook
Friday, October 16th 12:00pm - 1:00pm (ET) Christina Hovestadt -
Manager, Community Relations for the NFL
Watch Live on Facebook
Friday, October 23rd 12:00pm - 1:00pm (ET) Kim Smith - Media Relations Coordinator, Tennessee Titans Watch Live on Facebook
Friday, November 6th 3:30pm - 4:30pm (ET) Justin Maher, PT, DPT, ATC - Physical Therapist and Assistant Athletic Trainer, New York Giants Watch Live on Facebook
Friday, November 13th 12:00pm - 1:00pm (ET)
Jarrett Bell - NFL Columnist, USA Today Sports & HOF Selector
Watch Live on Facebook
Friday, November 20th 12:00pm - 1:00pm (ET) Jesse Lovejoy - Director of 49ers EDU & 49ers Museum Watch Live on Facebook
Friday, December 4th 12:00pm - 1:00pm (ET) Carly Mygrants - Marketing Coordinator, Tennessee Titans Watch Live on Facebook
Friday, December 11th 12:00pm - 1:00pm (ET) Rick Gosselin - HOF Selector Watch Live on Facebook
Friday, December 18th 12:00pm - 1:00pm (ET) Caroline Deisley - Social Media Engagement Manager, Denver Broncos Watch Live on Facebook

 

To learn more about this program and the many other virtual programs offered by the Hall, visit https://www.profootballhof.com/connect/youth-education/