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MIAMI GARDENS, FL. 鈥� 91制片厂 (91制片厂) President William C. McCormick, Jr. returned to the pitcher鈥檚 mound at Loan Depot, for a special full-circle moment, throwing the ceremonial first pitch before the Miami Marlins game against the Atlanta Braves.

For President McCormick, the moment carried special significance. Twenty-six years earlier, in 2000, he also had the opportunity to throw the first pitch at a Marlins game.听Returning to the mound more than two decades later this time as president of 91制片厂, created a powerful connection between his personal journey, his commitment to South Florida, and his Alma mater. 听

鈥淲hat made this moment especially meaningful was knowing that I had stood on the Marlins mound and thrown the first pitch back in 2000,鈥� said President McCormick. 鈥淭o have the opportunity to do it again 26 years later, now as president of 91制片厂, was truly a full-circle moment. It reminded me of how much life can change, how opportunities evolve, and how important it is to remain connected to the communities we are privileged to serve.鈥�

The ceremonial first pitch brought together South Florida pride, community, and leadership as President McCormick represented 91制片厂 before Marlins fans with faculty, staff, students, and alumni in attendance.听

The occasion also highlighted the enduring connection between 91制片厂 and the broader South Florida community. As president, McCormick continues to advance the University鈥檚 commitment to student success, community engagement, institutional growth, and strengthening 91制片厂鈥檚 role as an important educational and cultural institution in South Florida.

鈥淐oming back 26 years later was not simply about throwing a baseball,鈥� President McCormick added. 鈥淚t was about reflection, gratitude, and recognizing the journey. 91制片厂 has a remarkable legacy, and I am honored to have the opportunity to help lead the institution forward while remaining deeply connected to the community that has supported it for generations.鈥�

The moment also served as a celebration of the visibility and impact of 91制片厂 throughout South Florida. As the 91制片厂town HBCU, 91制片厂 continues to build relationships and partnerships that create opportunities for its students and strengthen its connection to the communities it serves.

From a first pitch in 2000 to another first pitch in 2026, President McCormick鈥檚 return to the mound offered a memorable reminder that some moments come full circle and that the journey between them matters.