STLCOP's Jill Jokerst Named KIAC Athletic Director of the Year
Jokerst wins her first AD of the Year award.
The Kentucky Intercollegiate Athletic Conference named Jill Jokerst Athletic Director of the Year. News of Jokerst's award was the icing on the cake after an exciting year for the Eutectics. Since Jokerst became athletic director at STLCOP more than six years ago, the department has celebrated many accomplishments, including a conference championship title for the women's cross country team.
"STLCOP offers intercollegiate athletics for all the right reasons - not for championships, although that's a perk, but as a means to develop character and provide positive intangibles that help our students as they become community leaders. It feels good to know that the 'little guy' doesn't always come in last!" said Jokerst.
Jokerst is quick to recognize STLCOP coaches and student-athletes who also have claimed their fair share of titles and awards during the 2009-10 season, noting that her award is a reflection on the entire STLCOP athletic program.
"I think I can sum it up by saying that our athletes have the right attitude about college sports. They know that they are here to be pharmacists rather than professional athletes, and are satisfied knowing they give their sport all they've got. Sometimes that means a conference championship, national qualification, All-Conference Teams, or recognition for being scholar-athletes. Most of all, it means they're having fun and growing as adults, which is what the college experience should provide," she said.
courtesy of STLCOP Athletics