BOWIE, MD – Bowie State University Media Relations Coordinator Tristian “TJ” Gunter has been chosen to serve as the Atlantic Region Representative on the NCAA Division II Sports Information Directors Association (D2SIDA) Board of Directors.
Gunter will serve a two-year time period representing sports activities communicators from establishments throughout the Atlantic Region. In the position, he’ll serve as a liaison between the D2SIDA Board and member establishments, serving to talk affiliation initiatives, present regional suggestions and advocate for the wants of Division II athletic communicators.
“I am truly honored to represent the Atlantic Region on the D2SIDA Board,” stated Gunter. “Serving alongside so many talented and respected communications professionals is an incredible opportunity. I’m excited to contribute to the continued growth of our profession, strengthen collaboration throughout the region and help ensure the voices of our membership are heard.”
Since becoming a member of Bowie State Athletics, Gunter has elevated the division’s communications efforts whereas overseeing media relations for the Bulldogs’ 14 varsity sports activities. His obligations embody managing statistical protection, coordinating media operations, producing function content material, sustaining the athletics web site, overseeing pupil communications interns and main strategic storytelling initiatives that spotlight the achievements of Bowie State’s student-athletes, coaches and packages.
The appointment continues a exceptional yr {of professional} recognition for Gunter, who was not too long ago named the 2025-26 Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) Sports Information Director of the Year, changing into one of many youngest recipient in convention historical past to earn the glory.
The D2SIDA Board of Directors works to advance the occupation of athletic communications inside NCAA Division II by supporting member establishments, selling skilled improvement alternatives and enhancing collaboration amongst sports activities data professionals nationwide.
Gunter’s appointment additional reinforces Bowie State Athletics’ rising presence on the nationwide stage whereas persevering with the division’s dedication to excellence in communications, branding and storytelling.
2026-27 D2SIDA Board/D2CCA Cabinet:
President: Jon Holtz, Slippery Rock
1st VP: Travis Chell, Conference Carolinas
2nd VP: Joe Danahey, Cal State Stanislaus
Past President: Michael MacEachern, Georgia College and State University
Secretary: Kevin Gilmore, Cal State Monterey Bay
Conference Communicators: Danny Barnts, CCAA
Atlantic Region: Tristian “TJ” Gunter, Bowie State
Central Region: Daniel Gallegos, Arkansas Tech
East Region: Emily Dorko, Adelphi
Midwest Region: JaeLynn Ellison, William Jewell
South Region: Steven Aldridge, Union
South Central Region: Heather Kennedy, St. Mary’s
Southeast Region: Michael Sanders, Anderson
West Region: Nathan Pearsall, Alaska Fairbanks
About D2SIDA
The NCAA Division II Sports Information Directors Association (D2SIDA) is the nationwide skilled group representing athletic communications professionals at NCAA Division II establishments. The affiliation promotes skilled improvement, acknowledges excellence in athletic communications and serves as a collaborative useful resource for sports activities communicators throughout Division II.
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