Former football All-American Josh Norman makes major donation to CCU

Former Coastal Carolina University football All-American Josh Norman has made a major donation to his alma mater that will benefit both athletics and academics. It is the largest gift ever given to the University by a former Chanticleer student-athlete. In recognition of his philanthropic generosity, CCU today announced that the athletics field house at Brooks Stadium has been named the Marrio and Josh Norman Field House, after Josh and his brother, Marrio, who also played football for the Chanticleers.

“Josh and Marrio both played important roles in the development and success of the Chanticleer football program,” said CCU President David A. DeCenzo. “Their ongoing support of their alma mater is commendable. The fact that Josh’s gift will impact both our academic and athletic programs speaks volumes to his commitment to the overall well-being of the University. And for that, we are extremely grateful.”

A majority of Norman’s gift has been designated for the Brooks Stadium expansion project. It will also provide financial support for walk-on football student-athletes as well as CCU’s communication and theatre programs. The stadium expansion project includes increasing seating capacity to at least 20,000, adding luxury suites and an upper deck to the west side of the stadium, as well as other features such as new entrances. Scheduled for completion by the opening of the 2019 season, the stadium expansion is in response to the Chanticleers joining the Sun Belt Conference and meeting NCAA Football Bowl Subdivision requirements.

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