In 2023, Nebraska Women’s Volleyball made history by setting a world record for attendance at a women’s sporting event. In this episode, we go behind the scenes with Bailey Schlotfeld, Director of Marketing and Fan Engagement, to uncover the strategy, creativity, and community spirit that brought this milestone to life—and how Nebraska is challenging fans to engage with women’s sports like never before. We’re also joined by Kristen Brown, Deputy Athletic Director and Senior Woman Administrator, who shares how the Huskers plan to sustain this momentum, elevate women’s athletics, and navigate the evolving role of sport administrators in the age of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL).
Tune in for a powerful conversation at the intersection of innovation, equity, and leadership in college sports.
Professionals of Practice Topic Timeline
0:15 What is The Pipeline Project and Professionals of Practice?
0:47 Guests, Kristen Brown and Bailey Schlotfeld, University of Nebraska
1:25 Career Paths (Kristen)
6:05 Career Paths (Bailey)
11:08 What’s one thing that keeps you in intercollegiate athletics?
14:07 Setting the world record for attendance at a women’s sport event
25:45 Sustaining momentum for women’s sports at Nebraska
29:24 Challenging fans to engage across sports
30:40 Working together to support teams and professional growth
33:57 Evolution of fans and leadership
36:54 The role of the sport supervisor
39:50 Evolution of the sport supervisor in revenue-sharing and NIL
40:22 The sport supervisor as a general manager
41:28 Advice for women entering the sport industry
46:31 The wrap up
The Pipeline Project 