From Washington University Athletics

Washington University in St. Louis Director of Athletics Anthony J. Azama has been named to the St. Louis Sports Commission Board of Directors. 

The St. Louis Sports Commission's Board of Directors consists of regional business, community, and sports leaders who play a vital role in the organization's growth and success. Their leadership capabilities and expertise are of great value to the Sports Commission. 

Azama, who is in his second year leading the WashU Department of Athletics, will be representing WashU as an ex-officio member.

"Considering the many ways we connect with Washington University—especially through our Olympic Legacy initiative and our long-time partnership in co-hosting and producing events—it is an honor to welcome Anthony onto our board," said Frank Viverito, President, St. Louis Sports Commission.

The St. Louis Sports Commission is the independent, privately-funded nonprofit organization that makes St. Louis a better place to live, visit, work and play through sports. Its efforts focus on attracting, creating and managing major sporting events for the St. Louis region. The organization uses the power of sports to enhance the area's quality of life and to create economic and social benefit for the community.

Since its inception in 1989, the Sports Commission has fulfilled its mission by producing high-profile events that generate excitement, revenue and positive exposure for the region. The organization helps make St. Louis a stronger and more vibrant community. It adds to the impact of the area's professional and collegiate teams to make a great sports community even better. By achieving the highest level of success with its events, the Sports Commission has fortified St. Louis' status as an outstanding sports destination.