OUR DSSKY TEAM

Eric joined the Bowling Green Hot Rods in October 2013 has been in the role of Chief Operating Officer and General Manager since April 2016.  He has spent a total of 17 seasons working in professional sports and has been awarded South Atlantic League Sales Executive of the year in 2007, and Midwest League Executive of the Year in 2019. 
Prior to joining the Hot Rods, Eric and his wife Sunshine spent that time working in non-profit charity work in the Dominican Republic, Haiti, and United States. During their time they worked with groups helping to provide medical clinics, hot meals, education, and construction projects to those in need.
Originally from Omaha, Nebraska. Eric attended Grace University there and received his degree in business leadership. He also has earned his Masters of Business Administration from Keller School of Management.  He enjoys all things Nebraska including Cornhusker football and Creighton basketball. In addition to sports, he likes to spend time with his two children, Colton & Jaxson.  He currently serves on the Board of Directors as Treasurer for two non-profits, Down Syndrome of South Central Kentucky and Lafwa, Inc.

Scott moved to Bowling Green in July 1997 from Northeast Ohio.  He completed his BS degree in Business Management and Administration in 2010. Scott is a Supervisor and Training Manager with Paul Burrell Management, a company that operates 14 McDonald’s in Bowling Green and surrounding areas. He has 4 children and 3 grandchildren. David, his third child, has Down syndrome and is 29 years old. Scott has been actively involved with Down Syndrome of South Central Kentucky since 2003, serving as President for 9 of those years. During Scott’s leadership, we have seen amazing growth in our organization, and the opening of a headquarters for Down syndrome in south-central KY, The Buddy House.  As an advocate and spokesperson for Down syndrome, Scott has had many opportunities to speak to businesses and organizations in the area and as a result, we have formed many partnerships and garnered much support for our programs and positive public awareness for those with Down syndrome.

Sarah Hickerson is a graduate of Greenwood High School and Western Kentucky University majoring in finance and business administration with a minor in economics.  In her years at Greenwood, Sarah was able to cultivate meaningful relationships with several peers with Down Syndrome, which have led to long-term friendships.  While at Western Kentucky University, Sarah was a member of Best Buddies International and went on to become college buddy director during her final year.  Sarah has been involved with the Buddy House since 2013, volunteering mainly through adult fitness classes and art classes, taught alongside Samantha O’Leary for almost two years.  Sarah and her husband currently reside in Goodlettsville, TN, where she works for Dollar General as a senior analyst in the demand chain.

Rozalind's passion and dedication to working with children and families.   She obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Western Kentucky University (WKU) and completed her Master of Arts Degree in Mental Health Counseling at WKU. 
In 2006, Rozalind started working at Family Works Therapy as a Child and Family Therapist.   She taught at Western Kentucky University through the Interdisciplinary Studies Program.  Rozalind works for KY STEPs as a Positive Behavior Support Specialist (PBSS) and Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LPCC-S).  She enjoys working with children who have emotional and behavioral disorders. Rozalind works in the areas of self-esteem, bullying, defiance, anger management, and self-control issues.  She currently works in Allen, Barren, Simpson, and Warren Counties.
She also serves on various boards in the community, such as Habitat for Humanity, the American Counseling Association, the Kentucky Counseling Association, the National Pan-Hellenic Council, Project Vision Scholar Recipient, and The Gamma Beta Phi Honor Society.  In her free time,
Rozalind likes traveling, attempting craft projects on Pinterest, reading, shopping, and exercising.  She is also very family-oriented and enjoys her time with her husband (Desmond) and their three children (Cameron, Chase, and Chandler).