The CSC community is mourning the passing of long-time sports communications pioneer and trailblazer Eric Moore. Moore, who passed away on October 29 just days after his 74th birthday, was the founder of The Onnidan Group. He originally formed his company in 1986 as a source of sports information for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) before expanding into providing statistical services, computer operations consulting and website administration for HBCUs, non-HBCUs, conferences, and personalities. Since 2001, the industry leader had served as the Executive Director of the Black College Sports Information Directors’ Association (BC-SIDA), helping organize and advocate for black college SIDs.
UPDATED: Eric Moore Celebration of Life Details
Wednesday, November 9
Viewing at Noon, Service at 1 p.m. Eastern time
Ebenezer United Methodist Church (
6020 Rock Quarry Rd #210, Raleigh, NC 27610)
Live stream (Ebenezer UMC Raleigh Facebook Page):
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064679977504
Eric Moore Legacy Fund
In lieu of flowers, the family has asked for contributions to the Eric Moore Legacy Fund, managed by
Greg Goings at $GeesMoney59 via CashApp. The formation of this fund will initially support his family in their time of need. Other ways to salute Mr. Moore's memory and legacy will be announced in the coming days.
If someone wants to contribute but does not have CashApp, please contact Greg at gman06vsu@gmail.com.
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Story courtesy onnidan.com
Eric Moore, Founder of The Onnidan Group, has passed away.
Moore originally formed The Onnidan Group in 1986 as a source of sports information for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
Since then, Onnidan has expanded into providing statistical services, information brokering, personal computer operations consulting, custom application development and website administration for HBCUs, non-HBCUs, conferences, and personalities.
Eric Moore started his career at Fayetteville State University in 1984. While there he lead the first phase of updating technology and communications needs. His work culminated in his induction into the 2019 John B. McLendon CIAA Hall of Fame.
Moore continued to serve as a resource, guide and mentor to many communication professionals across the sporting world. Moore provided direction and ideas surrounding statistics and best practices for communication. He deeply impacted his colleagues and supporters.
Moore served since 2001 as an industry leader as the Executive Director of the Black College Sports Information Directors’ Association.
Eric Moore was loved and respected. His presence will be missed, but always remembered fondly.