Brandy Petty Clouse
Brandy Clouse has dedicated more than two decades to Georgia Southern University Athletics, where she currently serves as Deputy Athletics Director for Internal Affairs, Senior Woman Administrator (SWA), and Head Athletic Trainer. Since joining Georgia Southern in 2003, she has played a vital role on the Executive Staff, organizing and directing the Athletics Sports Performance Department while overseeing a team of full-time athletic trainers, nutritionists, strength and conditioning coaches and mental health providers who support all 17 Division I sports programs.
In her leadership role, Clouse oversees the full scope of student-athlete medical and mental health care, with direct sports oversight of women’s basketball, softball, volleyball, women's golf and women's tennis. She manages departmental policies related to drug testing and rehabilitation programs, nutrition, and strength & conditioning, while also serving on the Athletic Department's Mental Wellness Team. As Title IX Coordinator for the Athletics Department, she ensures compliance and champions a safe and supportive environment for student-athletes.
Clouse’s career began as a graduate assistant at Marshall University, where she worked with a variety of teams, including women’s soccer, swimming, golf, baseball, and football, while completing her Master of Science degree in cardiac rehabilitation/general studies. She previously earned her Bachelor of Science in kinesiology/athletic training from Georgia Southern in 2000, where she was also a member of the women’s tennis team. Over the course of her career, she has worked extensively with women’s basketball for 11 years and football for eight years, leaving a lasting mark on the programs and athletes she served.
A native of Conyers, Georgia, and a graduate of Heritage High School, Clouse has strong roots in her home state. She and her husband, Rob, were married in 2009 and are proud parents to three children: Brayden, Landon, and Addison.
• Gordon College - AA
• Georgia Southern University - BS
• Marshall University - MS
• CATS
• NATA Research & Education Foundation
• GATA
What do you attribute your success to?
Early in my career I always felt if I put my head down worked hard and never gave up that this would lead me on the path to success. For awhile that advice opened doors in my career. As time went on I realized the impact I could actually have as I continued to have opportunities to climb the ladder within athletic administration. I contribute my success to the student-athletes, coaches and staff I have had the privilege to work with. Success is subjective, and for me, its been measured in their growth, resilience and achievements. Its built on their dedication, collaboration and belief in a shared vision. They have challenged me, supported me, pushed me to be better and taught me as much as I have taught them and truly shaped the leader I am today.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
Well early in my career I thought I had all the answers so again advice was not something I listened to well, I put my head down and just worked hard. As my career turned toward leadership I realized I was not going to become a good leader until I started listening. So it became important for me to be intentional in leadership - to invest in people and their goals. As I built on the intentional leadership (and continue to ) I was then given the advice to build relationships. I had to step back and realize there's only one me. When I stopped separating 'work me' and 'home me' and chose to be authentic, that's when I was able to build real relationships and grow as a leader.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
I would tell young women entering the industry to be intentional in everything they do. Take feedback seriously, use it to grow, and continuously refine your skills and approach. Staying purposeful and focused helps build a strong foundation for a successful career.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
Athletics is a high pressure industry, balancing winning and losing, performance and well-being, while maintaining culture where student-athletes, coaches and staff feel supported, valued, and motivated--all withing the ever-changing landscape of college athletics.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
I deeply value both my professional work and my family. With three kids keeping my husband and me busy with sports and other activities, downtime is rare, but balancing work and family is incredibly rewarding. I am proud to be a member of professional organizations such as CATS, NATA, and GATA. Being part of these communities allows me to stay connected, continue learning, and contribute to the broader field of athletic training and college sports.