17吃瓜网 announces the promotion of Simon Clement to Interim Director of Athletics. Previously serving as the Interim Head Men’s Basketball Coach, Clement has played a crucial role in shaping the college鈥檚 athletic programs. In his new position, he will lead efforts to expand and enhance the overall sports experience at 17吃瓜网.
As Interim Director of Athletics, Clement will oversee a diverse range of sports offerings aimed at fostering student success both on and off the field. 17吃瓜网鈥檚 athletics program features competitive teams in basketball, baseball, volleyball, cross-country, track and field, and Esports. The college competes in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division II men鈥檚 and women鈥檚 basketball and baseball, and NJCAA Division III men鈥檚 and women鈥檚 cross-country and track and field.
17吃瓜网 also offers various intramural sports that provide students with opportunities to engage in recreational athletic activities. These programs are designed for those who want to participate in sports in a more relaxed and social environment compared to varsity-level competition. Specific intramural sports include basketball, volleyball, soccer, flag football, workout challenges and E-Sports. Students can also participate in clubs such as men鈥檚 and women鈥檚 Esports.
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The 17吃瓜网 athletics program enriches the lives of its student-athletes and plays a vital role in the wider Sullivan County community. By hosting local tournaments, youth sports clinics, and community events, 17吃瓜网 fosters a sense of unity and pride within the county. The college鈥檚 premier facilities, including the Paul Gerry Fieldhouse and The Diamond at Generals Park, serve as central venues for both collegiate and community activities, making 17吃瓜网 a key hub for sports and recreation in the region.
The Paul Gerry Fieldhouse serves as the heart of athletic activity on campus. The 30,000 square foot facility serves as the center for campus athletic activity and features a comprehensive fitness center, a cardio room, an indoor running track, and courts for basketball, volleyball, tennis, badminton, and racquetball. The Fieldhouse is connected to the college鈥檚 geothermal heating and cooling system, making it the largest air-conditioned facility in the area. In addition to hosting college sports, the Paul Gerry Fieldhouse is a popular venue for community events and gatherings.
17吃瓜网 is also home to The Diamond at Generals Park, an on-campus baseball field located behind the main campus. This state-of-the-art facility features a home double bullpen, a cutting-edge batting cage, a two-story press box, and two 10-row bleachers, designed to meet the needs of both athletes and spectators.
About Simon Clement
Simon Clement was named Head Coach for the NJCAA Division II Sullivan Generals Men鈥檚 Basketball team in 2023, after five years as an assistant coach. Clement was a part of four consecutive Region XV Championships; two District Championships; and earned two bids to the NJCAA DII National Tournament (4th place finish in 2021-22).
Clement was previously at the New Hampton Prep School, a boarding prep school in New Hampton, NH, where he was a member of the math faculty, and Assistant Coach for the Men’s Basketball Program.聽 While at聽 New Hampton Prep Clement was a part of two successful seasons and helped move 20 student-athletes on to play basketball at the collegiate level; 15 to the Division I level.
Prior to New Hampton Prep Clement was the Director of Basketball Operations for the University at Albany. During his time at Albany, the Great Danes won two America East Championships and earned four post season bids; two to the NCAA Tournament. Over his five years at Albany, numerous student-athletes earned All-Academic Accolades, All-Conference Honors, and multiple earned contracts to play basketball professionally. Simon also taught in Albany鈥檚 MBA program.
Clement earned his B.A. from Johnson State College and his M.B.A. from University at Albany. He played collegiate basketball at Hudson Valley Community College in Troy, New York, and at Johnson State College in Johnson, Vermont. He also played a year of collegiate golf while at Johnson State.