Inside the Winning Playbook: Powerful Sports Management in Action at loanDepot Park

How Sports Managers Keep loanDepot Park Running Smoothly

When fans pack into loanDepot Park to watch the Miami Marlins, they rarely see the sports management professionals behind the scenes. From ticketing and facilities to crowd control and event logistics, the real magic often happens off the field. These dedicated experts work tirelessly to create a flawless experience from coordinating vendor deliveries to managing fan engagement initiatives, ensuring that every aspect of game day runs smoothly and leaves a lasting impression.

Event Coordinators at loanDepot Park help plan and execute everything from MLB games to concerts and community events. They manage complex logistics like scheduling, event layouts, signage, and interdepartmental coordination to deliver seamless, enjoyable experiences for attendees of all kinds.

Facilities Managers are in charge of stadium readiness. They oversee everything from pre-event maintenance to post-event cleanup, ensuring every area, from locker rooms and concession stands to public entrances and emergency exits is fully operational and fan-ready.

Game Day Operations Managers focus on real-time execution, including crowd control, staffing, and ticketing. They supervise multiple departments, lead guest experience teams, and coordinate with security and vendors to make sure each game is safe, efficient, and engaging for all visitors.

Supporting these professionals are a talented group of interns often students or recent graduates of sports management programs, who are eager to learn and contribute. One such entry point is the Miami Marlins Sports Pathways Internship Program. This nine-month, paid opportunity allows students to rotate through key departments such as Event Operations, Communications, and Business Analytics. Interns gain valuable, real-world experience while being mentored by seasoned professionals and engaging in impactful community initiatives through the Marlins Foundation (marlins.com/pathways).

So how do you get your foot in the door?

It starts with a solid foundation and that’s where the Bachelor of Science in Sports Management at Atlantis University comes in. This degree prepares students for leadership roles in the sports industry through hands-on learning, internships, and a curriculum that blends business, sports law, facility operations, and marketing. Atlantis University understands that being a sports professional today means mastering more than just a playbook it means understanding contracts, operations, and the people behind every decision.

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Jorge Marrero. SID at Atlantis University. Professional sports photographer, videographer, video content producer, and independent journalist with over a decade of experience covering independent sports leagues, semi-professional teams, collegiate athletics, and professional organizations from Barcelona, Spain to Miami, USA.

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