Submissions >> Adam Barnes – Assisting on and Off the Court
Belmont Bruins Men’s Basketball Guard, accounting major, and former student athlete of the month, Adam Barnes is a well – rounded student athlete. Not only does he excel on the court, he also excels in the classroom. As a current senior, he has been accepted into the graduate Masters of Accountancy (MACC) program at the Jack C. Massey School of Business.
Adam voluteering at Rose Park with Carter Elementary School Students
Adam also gives back to his community by voluteering during community service projects such as NCAA National Student-Athlete Day at Rose Park, in Nashville, TN. In recent years this event has manifested itself as a physical fitness awareness and play day with students from nearby Carter Lawrence Elementary School.
Faith is also an integral part of Adams life. Since coming to Belmont Adam has been a part of the Sports Evangelism Team. This team of students travel the world to share the word of Christ. Using the platform of sports, basketball in particular, Adam, along with his fellow students worked with children and adults on their basketball skills, and ultimately spoke to them and shared their faith in Jesus Christ.
Playing Basketball with Children in Malta
Adam’s Experience in Malta:
“My experience in Malta was something that I will remember forever. I lived in Europe when I was younger so going to schools and playing basketball with them brings back many memories that I had as a child. What I loved the most is the influence that we as a team have on the kids. I could really sense that they looked up to us and understood our ultimate purpose; to spread the word of Jesus Christ. While in Malta I shared my testimony for the first time in front of a group. I was nervous because I have never done anything like that but it turned out really good. After I spoke, and we were shooting with the kids, a kid walked up to me and said “your speech was brilliant, I really enjoyed it.” The kid has no idea but he literally made my day.
Adam Giving His Testimony for the First Time
Malta is beautiful and I really enjoyed my time there. I really love working with the kids and love their accents. To be honest I’m kind of jealous, and wish I could speak like them. Overall my experience in Malta was amazing.”
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Adam,
I remember meeting you for the first time when you and Mick were moving into your dorm as freshmen. You were definitely the “neatest” of the four guys and I was so impressed at how well-mannered you were. Little did I know that I would become such good friends with your Mom and that you and Mick would end up majoring in accounting and spending as much time together in the library as on the basketball court!
No one could represent “what” and “who” Belmont is more than you.
I am so very proud of you and look forward to sharing many more memories together.
P.S. Just love the billboard!!
Ruthie
Adam you are so very amazing! You are everything that I knew that you would become. I can not wait to see all of the other amaziing things that the Lord is going to do with you. I am so happy that Angel has you to look up to.
Love ya,
Aunt Benta
Adam, the Lord is truly blessing you! We’re so proud of you and all of your accomplisments thus far! And we know that your just getting starting! Uncle Click, Aunt Josephine, Jr Lawrence, Maryland…
Adam,
I cannot tell you how proud we all are of you. You have grown into an ambitious, well-balanced young man with values and purpose. Your cousin Cristian looks to you as a role model, especially when it comes to excelling in both academicas and sports. Continue to serve as an example to other young people. Remain humble and focused.
I cannot believe this is the same little kid that used to force me to watch Barney with him……over and over again.
We are your biggest supporters-always have been and always will be!!!
Energy and persistence conquer all things.
Benjamin Franklin
Aunt Crystal
Adam you know words can not say enough how proud I am of you and all of your accomplishments. You were a great kid and you grew into an outstanding young man! You are always dedicated to everything that you set out to do and as a result you have had remarkable achievements. Of course I follow the the basketball program and I know that what is said about you both on and off the court is absolutely correct. You are a hard working, determined, focused team player and I know for a fact in my heart that you will attack life with those same qualities that makes you a success on the court. Your academic and sports career at Belmont is just the beginning for you. Congratulations Belmont and Adam – Aunt Renee
I am so proud of this fine young man, Adam Barnes. I had the privilege to teach him in English during the ninth grade at Clarksville High School and have been following his many accomplishments ever since! This young man is truly a role model for others to emulate. His contagious smile always gives a lift to everyone with whom he comes into contact. His strong work ethic is evident in all that he does. Whether he is tutoring at-risk students, playing basketball for the Bruins, or preparing assignments for his demanding major of accounting, Adam always gives extraordinary effort. His faith is strong, and the light of Christ truly shines through him. I know Belmont is extremely proud of him, and so is Clarksville High School! Congratulations, Adam! Way to “be” Belmont!!!