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Dr. Gerald Gilsdorf is a Professor of Sport Management in the College of Business at Gardner-Webb University. He holds a Doctor of Education in Sport Management, a Master of Science in Kinesiology, and a Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education with minors in Social Studies and Health. His professional roles include Vice President of the North Carolina Alliance for Athletics, Health, Physical Education, Recreation, Dance, and Sport Management (NCAAHPERD-SM), and leadership in multiple athletic associations.
Dr. Gilsdorf's research and professional interests focus on interactive learning strategies in education, student engagement in sport management, and community-based sport initiatives. He has pioneered programs like the Carolina Chargers Homeschool Basketball Program and directed the Cleveland County Senior Games. His work emphasizes innovative approaches to sport facility design, athletic affiliation transitions (e.g., NCAA affiliation shifts), and therapeutic programs like HALTER (horseback riding for individuals with special needs).
He has presented widely on topics such as technology integration in sport management, pickleball for seniors, and cooperative learning strategies. His community service includes strategic planning for churches, youth sports coaching, and volunteer roles in gymnastics and soccer. Professional affiliations include the North American Society for Sport Management and NCAAHPERD.
- Education:
- Doctor of Education in Sport Management (university unspecified)
- Master of Science in Kinesiology (Judson College)
- Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education (Physical Education major)
- Key Roles:
- Founding Board Member, South Carolina Homeschool Athletic Association
- Co-Director, NCAAHPERD-SM State Convention (2014)
- Volunteer Athletic Director, Carolina Chargers Basketball Program
- Grants & Projects:
- Developed strategic plans for church children’s programs
- Consulted on the NAIA affiliation transition for Southeastern University
- Created the NCSMC Student Case Challenge for NCAAHPERD-SM
- Labs/Teams:
- Directed Carolina Chargers Homeschool Basketball Program
- Managed first annual Homeschool Basketball State Tournament (2016)
- Organized therapeutic horseback riding programs (HALTER)
