No cuts to Pima sports programs – yet
By JOE GIDDENS
No additional sports programs will be cut for the next three semesters at Pima Community College, according to Athletics Director Jim Monaco at a Dec. 9 press conference at the District Office.
However, major changes for the Pima Community College Athletics Department are on the horizon.
New sports also may be entering the college. Monaco and campus president Morgan Phillips are discussing bringing competitive video gaming “esports” to Pima as well as lacrosse and beach volleyball.
The golf, tennis, track and cross country programs may be terminated to make up for a potential budget shortfall that may reach $200,000.
“If enrollment doesn’t increase it means there would be cuts,” Monaco said. “With the money we’re bringing in right now, we’re just covering shortfalls.”
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