DAVIS, Calif. – UC Davis alum and current Assistant Director of Athletics Communications JD Mico has been named as part of the College Sports Communicators 30 Under 30 Class for 2024.
 
In just the third year of the award, the recognition has become one of the most meaningful honors for young communications and creative professionals in college sports. This year we had a record 176 nominees. To be eligible, an individual must be a CSC member, be 29 years old or younger on Dec. 31, 2024 and have not previously won the honor.
 
Candidates were considered based on achievement in areas such as professional success, impact on their athletic department or conference office, and service to CSC. This prestigious award is an honor that reflects well on the honorees themselves as well as the institutions and organizations they serve.
 
Mico came to Davis as part of the baseball team, spending his last season playing under current head coach Tommy Nicholson. Following his graduation in the spring of 2022 Mico joined the UC Davis fellowship program with the Athletics Communications office.  
 
It did not take long for Mico to be promoted to a full-time position, earning his current title later in the year as the opportunity presented itself. Currently, Mico oversees both the men's and women's soccer programs, men's basketball, baseball and men's golf.
 
"I'm so honored to be receiving this award," said Mico. "While it's a testament to the work I've put in, and am so lucky to be recognized, it truly wouldn't have been possible without the great people around me who make everything happen, especially the teams I work with. Their record-breaking and historic seasons have made capturing and creating content both a privilege and a remarkable experience."