The University of Alabama at Birmingham Athletics
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Tom Jaekel
- Title:
- Athletic Communications Associate (VB, SB, BOWL)
- Email:
- Phone:
- 209-597-0542
Tom Jaekel joins UAB for the 2025-26 season as an Athletic Communications Specialist. Jaekel serves as the primary contact for the Blazer's volleyball, softball, and bowling teams.
Jaekel spent three seasons as a Strategic Communications Assistant at Nevada, overseeing softball and men's and women's tennis during his final year with the Wolf Pack. Additionally, Jaekel assisted with communications efforts for Nevada football and volleyball during his three years in Reno.
A 2025 graduate of the University of Nevada, Jaekel holds a B.S., Business Administration - Management. He is currently earning his master's degree from the University of Washington, studying Intercollegiate Athletic Leadership.
Jaekel is a native of Tracy, Calif.
Jaekel spent three seasons as a Strategic Communications Assistant at Nevada, overseeing softball and men's and women's tennis during his final year with the Wolf Pack. Additionally, Jaekel assisted with communications efforts for Nevada football and volleyball during his three years in Reno.
A 2025 graduate of the University of Nevada, Jaekel holds a B.S., Business Administration - Management. He is currently earning his master's degree from the University of Washington, studying Intercollegiate Athletic Leadership.
Jaekel is a native of Tracy, Calif.
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