Reginald Overton

Reginald Overton serves as an Assistant Professor of Sports Management and Program Coordinator in the School of Business at Jacksonville State University. He brings extensive executive experience as former College Dean at the United States Sports Academy and Athletic Director at the University of Pikeville.

His academic credentials include:

• Terminal Degree, Temple University
• Executive MBA, Auburn University
• Business Administration, MTSU

Dr. Overton's research centers on Sport Management education with emphasis on athletic administration, program accreditation, and curriculum development. His publications focus on graduate internship frameworks, certification pathways, and compliance with educational standards bodies. Recent work demonstrates his leadership in aligning sport management programs with SACSCOC, CAPE, and CIEP requirements through evidence-based curriculum design.

His academic contributions are recognized through:

• Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society induction (2019)
• Faculty Scholar Lecturer Award (2018)
• Multiple Faculty Research Awards (2015-2018) across School of Health Professions and Wellness and College of Education

As Program Coordinator, Dr. Overton oversees graduate sport management accreditation, internship coordination, and faculty development initiatives. His administrative leadership spans program reviews for major accreditation bodies and cross-institutional collaboration with sport management programs at Lincoln Memorial University, University of Pikeville, and Virginia State University.