Landon T. Huffman

Landon T. Huffman is a Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Socio-cultural Studies & Sport Management at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. He is affiliated with the College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences and contributes to interdisciplinary research at the intersection of sport, religion, and spirituality. His teaching spans foundational sport management courses such as RSM 410 Intercollegiate Athletics and RSM 535 Ethics in Sport Management.

Dr. Huffman holds a PhD in Kinesiology & Sport Studies from the University of Tennessee (2016), alongside dual MA and BA degrees in Exercise & Sport Science from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill (200?).

His research focuses on holistic care frameworks for intercollegiate athletes, emphasizing spiritual development and chaplaincy service provision. Additional interests include professional standards for sport chaplains and NCAA athletics governance. His work bridges empirical studies with practical resources for athletic administrators, coaches, and athletes.

Huffman’s publications explore topics like ticketing strategies in sports events, the psychological benefits of athletic participation, and career trajectories of NCAA administrators. His writings appear in journals such as Journal of Issues in Intercollegiate Athletics and Journal of Applied Sport Management.

Active in professional networks, he serves on the editorial board of the Journal of Issues in Intercollegiate Athletics and committees at the College Sport Research Institute (CSRI) and Christian Society for Kinesiology and Leisure Studies (CSKLS). His career includes roles in football operations, compliance, and academic advising for student-athletes.