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SPORTS RMU’s Influence on Athletic Excellence
By Jody Genessy
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egendary UCLA basketball coach John Wooden famously said, “Do not let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do.” When it comes to making a living in sports like Wooden, Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions (RMU) alumni are prime examples of focusing on their capabilities.
Through hard work, dedication, and perseverance, RMU alums Dr. Coleby Clawson (Brigham Young University football), Dr. Victoria Elia (Tulane baseball), and Dr. Kevin Neeld (Boston Bruins hockey) are among those who, like professional athletes and Hall of Fame coaches, have created successful careers in the sports world. Though RMU does not field any athletic programs as a graduate-level healthcare institution, the University continues to make a positive impact in sports. Clawson, Elia, and Neeld — and many others like them — help improve the lives and performance of top-tier athletes, offer hope for people who’d like to work in sports, and give excellent reasons to cheer for their respective teams.
Enjoy their RMU stories. They’re worth rooting for.
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