Warrior Wednesday

Warriors behind the scenes who contribute greatly to the success of the Aztecs

Warrior Wednesday: Bobby Smitheran

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Bobby Smitheran – Director of Football Operations

When people think about college football, what happens on Saturdays on the field is often what comes to mind.

Behind the scenes, however, several tasks must be completed on a daily basis to keep a football program running smoothly off the field. Coaches are often extremely busy, and have far too much on their plate to worry about the multitude of administrative issues that come along with Division 1 athletics.

For Bobby Smitheran, the director of football operations at San Diego State, the administrative side is his forte.

Smitheran came to SDSU in 2008, and initially worked for the athletic department as the liaison to the office of admissions, housing department, and NCAA Eligibility Center.

But in 2010, when former coach Brady Hoke left for Michigan and took most of his staff with him, Rocky Long needed to hire a new director of football operations. Smitheran was given the opportunity, and has done a great job taking over all the duties.

From organizing team meals to arranging travel plans for away games, Smitheran has a variety of responsibilities, but has done a phenomenal job of balancing it all.

For his efforts to keep the SDSU football program running smoothly, Bobby Smitheran is this week’s Wednesday Warrior.

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Warrior Wednesday: Chet Carney

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Chet Carney celebrates at an Aztec football game, hoping to bring extra energy to both the players and the fans (Ernie Anderson/SDSU Media Relations)

Although San Diego State football has struggled with attendance numbers in years past, one fan can always be counted on to consistently bring energy and enthusiasm to Qualcomm Stadium.

That fan is Chet Carney.

A graduate of San Diego State, Carney has been one of the most animated and supportive Aztec fans over the last few decades. He can typically be found on the field at Aztec football games, cheering on the players and even starting chants with the crowd.

He is also a huge supporter of Aztec basketball, men and women. He is often one of the loudest fans in Viejas Arena, and his spirit is greatly appreciated by players, coaches, and other fans.

For his continued support of Aztec sports, Chet Carney is this week’s Wednesday Warrior.

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Warrior Wednesday: Dr. Christopher Behr

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Team Physician/Head Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Christopher Behr

In the violent sport of football, injuries are a common occurrence. Each time a player steps onto the field, he is vulnerable to a variety of injuries.

Sometimes they are nicks and bruises, but other times breaks and tears occur. These breaks and tears require serious medical attention, and players often need surgical procedures to repair their damaged body parts.

That’s when Dr. Christopher Behr takes over.

Behr has worked with San Diego State since 1999 as a team physician and head orthopedic surgeon, and has been instrumental in the recovery process for countless athletes. In addition to football, he works with several other teams in the athletic department.

A graduate of Cornell University in New York, Behr came to San Diego State after a brief stint with the New York Giants. He received his medical degree from the Cornell University Medical College.

Behr is currently a partner in the San Diego Orthopedic Associates Medical Group. He specializes in an assortment of surgical procedures, from labrum tears in the shoulders to broken bones in the feet.

For his help with the rehabilitation of numerous SDSU football players, Dr. Christopher Behr is this week’s Wednesday Warrior.

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