Topic: Sports
Game-day traditions unite Canes
From “throwing up the U” to Sebastian’s C-A-N-E-S spell out, University traditions bring Hurricanes together across generations.
Couple establishes endowed scholarship for Hurricanes student-athletes
Inspired by the opportunities scholarships created for them, Dave Giertz and Eve Hollywood-Giertz have made a generous commitment to help student-athletes succeed in competition and academics.
The legacy of Shane McGee
Through the Shane McGee Memorial Football Endowed Scholarship, Bob and Connie McGee honor their son’s joyful spirit and, in the process, help generations of University of Miami student-athletes pursue their dreams of higher education.
A family legacy of giving
Rob and Emily Ruwitch's $1 million gift establishing the Ruwitch Family Olympic Sports Endowed Centennial Scholarship extends a family legacy of philanthropy.
Giving back in gratitude
Alumnus Dodd Clasen and his wife, Sharon, are passionate supporters of Hurricane Athletics. Their planned gift will help ensure future generations of student-athletes have exceptional academic and athletic experiences.
Cutting-edge technology fuels Miami’s rowing team
A new telemetry system is giving the women’s rowing team real-time data on every stroke, helping transform training and sharpen performance. The team competes in the ACC Rowing Championship beginning Friday in Raleigh, North Carolina.
University of Miami named Official Miami World Cup 2026 Host City Supporter
The partnership reinforces a shared commitment to lasting community impact and investment through the ONE GAME ONE FUTURE Legacy Initiative.
Football success that starts in the classroom
College of Arts and Sciences graduate Markel Bell is one of four University of Miami football players to earn national recognition for excelling in the classroom and on the field.
Opening doors for female student-athletes
Longtime University of Miami Athletics supporter Sandra “Sandy” Schultz has made a planned gift to establish the Sandra Schultz and Georgia Tasker Endowed Scholarship for Women’s Basketball.
Donation supports Miami baseball facilities
George and Caralleen Kitchens have made a generous gift to the Hurricanes baseball program, which supports the expansion and enhancement of facilities at Alex Rodriguez Park at Mark Light Field.
Mark Fletcher’s Journey of Leadership, Faith, and Academic Excellence
For University of Miami running back Mark Fletcher, the end zone is just one platform among many.
