Meet the Founder
Chris Markey
Founder and CEO
Chris Markey is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of the Military Sports Foundation. He provides oversight, direction, and strategic planning for the organization.
Chris is a 23-year retired veteran of the United States Air Force. He was a combat medic by trade, but also held several special-duty positions throughout his career. He proudly served his country at locations all over the world. Post-military retirement, he now works as an NCAA basketball official in multiple college conferences, ranging from junior college to Division 1.
Chris holds four college degrees and two professional certifications, including a B.A. in Business Leadership, a Masters’ degree in Bible, and most recently an associate degree in Accounting from Trenholm State University. He is an active member of the National Society of Leadership and Success and the Montgomery Chapter Association of Governmental Accountants. Chris also mentor’s troubled youth through the Step Foundation in Montgomery, AL.
Chris is a native of Los Angeles, CA. He is a proud father of two beautiful teenage daughters, Gloria and Tatiyana. He is an avid fitness enthusiast and athlete and still loves playing slow-pitch softball.
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Service and Support Through Sports
Please help us by donating. We have an annual goal to raise $20 million dollars. Whether you decide to pledge $1 or $1 million, we are grateful and appreciative of your support!
Your donations will help to offset the significant costs of things like team uniforms, equipment, tournament registration fees, and travel and lodging costs. These are hefty expenses that add up quickly.