Bryan B. Blair, a 2007 graduate of Wofford College, received The Pride of Wofford Award on Oct. 16.
The award is presented to a member of the Wofford College Alumni Association who has brought honor and distinction to Wofford College through outstanding professional achievement. Blair has become a recognized industry leader in college athletics. He is in his fourth year at Washington State University, currently serving as the deputy director of athletics and chief operating officer (COO) for the athletic department, which includes 17 sports and over 450 student-athletes competing in the Pac-12.
As Deputy AD, Blair oversees many of the day-to-day functions of the department. He is also charged with the development and ongoing execution of WSU Athletics’ Strategic Plan. Blair received his bachelor of arts in history while playing for the Terrier football team. He then graduated from the University of South Carolina School of Law in 2010. A Bennettsville native, he is the son of Dannie and Woodrow Blair.
He and his wife Jenna are parents to a daughter Brielle and a son Beau.