Coastal Carolina Athletics

Athletics Communications

The Coastal Carolina Athletics Communications Office serves as the primary link between Chanticleer Athletics and local, regional and national media.

Media Relations & Communications

The Coastal Carolina Athletics Communications Office provides accurate and timely information about Chanticleer Athletics through news releases, game notes, statistics, publications and direct communication with members of the media.

The latest news, notes, statistics and other information for Coastal Carolina programs are available throughout the year on GoCCUSports.com. Media members needing additional information should contact the Athletics Communications staff member assigned to the appropriate sport.

Photos, videos and logos are also available upon request.

Communications Staff

Mike Uva

Associate Athletic Director for Communications & Media

Sport Responsibilities

Football, Baseball, Administration

muva@coastal.edu
843-349-2822

Jody Jones

Assistant Athletic Director for Communications & Media

Sport Responsibilities

Men's Basketball, Volleyball, Men's Golf, Lacrosse

jjones34@coastal.edu
843-349-6699

Natasha Munday

Assistant Director of Media Relations

Sport Responsibilities

Softball, Men's Soccer, Women's Soccer, Men's Tennis, Women's Tennis

nmunday@coastal.edu
843-349-5069

Sam Weiderhaft

Assistant Director of Media Relations

Sport Responsibilities

Women's Basketball, Cross Country, Track & Field, Women's Golf, Beach Volleyball

sweiderha@coastal.edu

Media Policies & Procedures

Coastal Carolina Athletics is committed to providing fair and consistent access to legitimate working media while maintaining a professional environment and protecting the academic, competitive and personal responsibilities of Chanticleer student-athletes and coaches. The following policies govern media credentials, interview requests and media access to Coastal Carolina Athletics.

Representatives of recognized and established media outlets may be granted credentials and interview access based on available space and demonstrated coverage of Coastal Carolina Athletics.

Credential consideration may be given to representatives of:
- Newspapers and other established news publications
- Television stations
- Radio stations
- Wire services
- National and regional sports media organizations
- Sun Belt Conference and NCAA rights holders
- Established digital media outlets
Credential approval will be based on factors including demonstrated history of coverage, editorial independence, journalistic standards, intended use of content, available working space and compliance with NCAA, Sun Belt Conference and Coastal Carolina Athletics policies.

Single-game credential requests should be submitted at least 24 hours in advance whenever possible. Season credential requests should be submitted prior to the beginning of the season.

Media credentials are issued for legitimate news-gathering purposes and remain the property of Coastal Carolina Athletics. Credentials are non-transferable.
Coastal Carolina Athletics recognizes the growing role of digital media, podcasts, newsletters and independent content creators. Credential and interview opportunities may be provided to individuals who have established a history of producing original sports journalism and reaching a meaningful audience.

Independent media members should:
- Maintain an active website, podcast, newsletter or other established publication.
- Produce original content on a regular basis.
- Demonstrate accepted journalistic and professional standards.
- Conduct themselves professionally when interacting with student-athletes, coaches, staff and other media members.
- Comply with NCAA, Sun Belt Conference and Coastal Carolina Athletics media policies.
Credential and interview requests from independent and digital media will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
All requests for interviews with Coastal Carolina Athletics administrators, coaches and student-athletes must be coordinated through the Coastal Carolina Athletics Communications Office.

Interview requests should:
- Be submitted at least 24 hours in advance whenever possible.
- Identify the requested interview subject and intended use.
- Respect academic commitments, team schedules and NCAA regulations.
- Be conducted within the time limitations established for the interview.
Coastal Carolina Athletics may limit the number or frequency of interview requests and determine the appropriate interview format and availability based on academic, competitive and operational considerations.

Rights holders and established media organizations may receive priority when scheduling interviews.

One-on-one interviews and other special requests involving coaches or student-athletes on game day may not be accommodated because of team preparation, competition schedules and postgame responsibilities.
Media credentials issued by Coastal Carolina Athletics are intended solely for legitimate news-gathering and editorial purposes.

Credentialed access may not be used for:
- Commercial advertising or marketing
- Product endorsements
- Sponsorship activations or brand partnerships
- Merchandise promotion
- NIL-related promotional activities involving Coastal Carolina student-athletes or coaches
Media credentials do not grant permission to use Coastal Carolina Athletics marks, logos or other intellectual property for commercial purposes.

Credentialed media may distribute legitimate editorial content through traditional and digital platforms, including websites, podcasts, newsletters and social media.

Credentialed access may not be used primarily for influencer marketing, sponsored posts, paid endorsements, commercial video production or content produced on behalf of a third party without prior approval from Coastal Carolina Athletics.

Commercial or NIL-related requests must be coordinated separately through the appropriate Coastal Carolina Athletics personnel and are subject to institutional, NCAA and Sun Belt Conference regulations.
Photography and video access is provided for legitimate news-gathering purposes and is subject to available space, venue restrictions and applicable broadcast agreements.

Unless approved in advance by the Coastal Carolina Athletics Communications Office or the appropriate rights holder, credentialed media may not:
- Live stream games, practices or other team activities.
- Produce documentary or behind-the-scenes programming.
- Capture or distribute footage in violation of NCAA, Sun Belt Conference or broadcast-rights agreements.
- Record interviews for commercial or promotional purposes.
NCAA, Sun Belt Conference, broadcast partner and Coastal Carolina Athletics video-use and broadcast-rights policies supersede any privileges provided by a media credential.
Media credentials are a privilege and may be suspended or revoked by Coastal Carolina Athletics when an individual or organization fails to comply with established media policies.

Credentials and future access may be denied for:
- Violations of NCAA, Sun Belt Conference or Coastal Carolina Athletics policies.
- Use of credentialed access for unauthorized commercial or NIL purposes.
- Misrepresentation of media affiliation or audience reach.
- Transfer or sharing of a credential with another individual.
- Unprofessional conduct toward student-athletes, coaches, officials, staff or other media members.
- Interference with team operations or competitive activities.
Receipt of a credential or approval of media access for one event or season does not establish precedent or guarantee future approval.
The Coastal Carolina Athletics Communications Office serves as the primary authority regarding media access to Coastal Carolina Athletics.

The Athletics Communications Office oversees:
- Issuance of media credentials
- Approval and coordination of interview requests
- Media access to practices and team functions
- Photography and video permissions
- Postgame interview procedures
- Credential suspension or revocation
Issuance of a credential or approval of an interview request is a privilege and not a right. Coastal Carolina Athletics retains discretion in approving or denying requests based on professional standards, available space, operational considerations and the responsibilities of its student-athletes and coaches.
Media seating, photography locations, parking, credential pickup, press-box or media-room access and postgame interview procedures may vary by sport and venue.

Credentialed media must remain in designated working areas and follow instructions provided by Coastal Carolina Athletics staff, game management personnel and applicable NCAA or Sun Belt Conference representatives.

Sport-specific information regarding Brooks Stadium, the HTC Center, Springs Brooks Stadium and other Coastal Carolina Athletics venues will be provided by the appropriate Athletics Communications contact when credentials are approved.

Office Information

Mailing Address Coastal Carolina Athletics Communications
132 Chanticleer Drive West
Conway, S.C. 29528-6054

Main Office 843-349-2882

Website GoCCUSports.com

Upcoming Events

Upcoming Event: Men's Soccer versus Campbell on Oct 6, 2026 at 6 PM

Upcoming Event: Men's Tennis versus ITA Regionals on Oct 8, 2026 at All Day

Upcoming Event: Women's Soccer versus Southern Mississippi on Oct 8, 2026 at 6:00 PM

Upcoming Event: Women's Golf versus Evie Odom Invitational on Oct 9, 2026 at TBA

Upcoming Event: Women's Volleyball at Old Dominion on Oct 9, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.

Results

Completed Event: Football versus Georgia Southern on October 3, 2026 , Loss , 24, to, 31

Completed Event: Women's Volleyball at App State on October 3, 2026 , Loss , 2, to, 3

Completed Event: Women's Soccer at Troy on October 3, 2026 , Loss , 0, to, 1

Completed Event: Men's Soccer at James Madison on October 2, 2026 , Loss , 0, to, 1

Completed Event: Women's Volleyball at App State on October 2, 2026 , Loss , 0, to, 3

Athletics Communications

Media Relations & Communications

Communications Staff

Mike Uva

Jody Jones

Natasha Munday

Sam Weiderhaft

Media Policies & Procedures

Office Information

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