South Carolina Gamecocks quarterback LaNorris Sellers has completed his final academic requirement by interning at The Par Tee Golf Center in West Columbia, South Carolina, this fall. The senior, set to graduate in December with a degree in sport and entertainment management, finished all coursework earlier this year and is now fulfilling his internship duties as his only remaining obligation.
Sellers, who has also completed an internship with Contract Construction—involved in stadium improvements at Williams-Brice Stadium—has described his current role as facility management, including tasks such as cutting grass and picking up golf balls. His academic focus aligns with his post-playing career goals, which include potential work in stadium design, architecture, or facility management.
"If I don't end up doing engineering—or I've always wanted to do engineering or architecture—if I don't do that, then something around stadiums, laying out blueprints, drawing up blueprints and stuff like that," Sellers said. "Or facility management."
Sellers, a starting quarterback for the Gamecocks, has also been involved in meetings related to stadium projects, giving him early exposure to the construction and design process. His internship at The Par Tee Golf Center follows his prior work with Contract Construction, where he observed design and planning discussions for stadium upgrades.
Academic and Athletic Balance
Sellers’ schedule this semester reflects a common practice among college athletes in their final year, particularly those with prior coursework completed. By avoiding traditional class schedules, he can dedicate more time to football preparation while still fulfilling his degree requirements. The arrangement is consistent with NCAA policies that allow student-athletes to focus on their sport during their final semester if academic obligations are met.
Sellers’ internship is not his first experience in facility-related work. His prior internship with Contract Construction involved contributing to improvements at Williams-Brice Stadium, where he attended planning meetings with the design firm overseeing the project. He noted that he gained insights into the stadium’s development process before many others in the university community.
Post-Graduation Plans
While Sellers has not ruled out pursuing engineering or architecture, his current internship and prior experience suggest a potential career path in sports facility management or design. His involvement in stadium-related projects during his internships indicates a practical application of his academic training.
Sellers’ ability to balance his athletic commitments with his academic and professional development reflects a broader trend among college athletes who leverage their platforms to gain real-world experience. His schedule this fall—focused on football and an internship—highlights how some student-athletes structure their final semesters to align with both their academic and career aspirations.