MARLINS MAKE WAVES WITH NEW SALES & OPERATIONS MANAGER
March 19, 2025
Morehead City, NC – The Morehead City Marlins continue to strengthen their front office with the addition of Laurel Smith as the team’s new Sales & Operations Manager. A seasoned sports industry professional, Smith brings a wealth of experience in event operations, ticketing, and game-day management at both the professional and collegiate levels.
In this role, Smith will oversee ticketing and VIP experiences, ensuring seamless ticket operations for Marlins fans. Additionally, Smith will be responsible for stadium and game-day operations, creating a fun, safe, and family-friendly environment at Big Rock Stadium all season long.
With eight years of experience in professional and collegiate sports, Smith has worked for MLS’ Houston Dynamo and NWSL’s Houston Dash, contributing to major event operations. Smith also played a key role in Rice University’s Athletic Department, working extensively with the football and men’s basketball programs. Beyond soccer and college athletics, Smith gained valuable experience in the NFL, serving on the Super Bowl Committee for two different Super Bowls.
“To be able to bring on someone with Smith’s comprehensive and well-rounded sports background is a huge win for the Marlins,” proclaimed Team President, David Krakower. “Smith brings a wealth of knowledge, experience and most importantly passion for this industry, which will further make the game day experience for our fans that much better.”
The Morehead City Marlins open their 26-game home schedule on Friday, May 30th, against the Martinsville Mustangs. Season tickets, mini plans, group sales and VIP packages are currently on sale. For more information, please log on to mhcmarlins.com to secure your tickets today!