RJ Jones joined the Batten University Athletic Communications staff as a graduate assistant in August 2026.
Jones came to Batten after graduating from Christopher Newport University with a bachelor’s degree in Communication. During his time at CNU, he was a four-year member of the Captains football program as an offensive lineman.
In addition to his experience as a student-athlete, Jones gained experience in sports media and communications while at CNU. He served as a sports writer for The Captain’s Log, covering CNU athletics and developing experience in sports writing, storytelling, and content creation.
At Batten, Jones assists with the day-to-day athletic communications efforts for the department, including game coverage, statistics, social media, graphic design, video content, and other digital media responsibilities.
Jones is currently pursuing his Master of Business Administration at Batten University while serving as a graduate assistant in Athletic Communications.
