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USA Today’s Berkowitz has the latest filing in the House-Prince antitrust case as the NCAA says plaintiff attorneys are seeking $1.4B in damages with this key piece of additional info: “The filings did not specify whether that figure takes into account the tripling of damages awards that occurs in successful antitrust cases. If it does not, then more than $4.2 billion could be at stake in the case.” Further per the filing, notable media consultant Desser provided expert testimony that the “value of the use of athletes' NIL in college sports TV contracts is 10% of the total broadcast revenue for each conference,” as well as, “the dollar amount connected to that percentage in a multi-sport media deal, 75% can be attributed to football, 15% to men's basketball and 5% to women's basketball, 5% to Olympic sports.” The NCAA provided a chart that illustrates how the payouts would have looked in 2021 in the Power 5 leagues with football student-athletes earning $26,000 to $42,500 per person, men’s basketball student-athletes ranging from $55,000 to $77,400 & women’s basketball student-athletes from $6,800 to $14,100. Lots more. (link, link); Sportico’s McCann unpacks the NCAA’s motion opposing class certification in House v. NCAA, noting the NCAA claims a certified class action lawsuit could result in the association paying out billions of dollars in damages. To qualify for class certification, McCann explains that “those bringing the case must also have suffered injuries typical of others. The brief undermines the notion that college athletes suing over NIL and broadcast NIL (BNIL) ought to be in the same class. It argues that college athletes must bring individual cases since there are ‘substantial differences’ in players’ NIL values. Furthermore, the NCAA argues that identifying who ought to be paid is “impossible” because some would have, or would in the future, stay in school and keep roster spots that would otherwise go to other players. The brief specifically cites LSU (DI) women’s basketball student-athlete Reese and Connecticut (DI) WBB student-athlete Bueckers as individuals who say they intend to stay in college due to higher NIL earnings. (link)

New Haven began construction on a $10M, 30K square-foot athletic performance center in 2021 and thought it could be a critical step in moving to DI and into FCS status, but officials now say they don’t want to rush it. Former Kansas (DI) AD/current New Haven Interim President Zenger: “We had discussions with multiple conferences and said no to several that would have liked us to have joined, but the travel costs and other things just didn’t fit our needs right now, both as an athletic department and as a university. That's a pledge I make to our entire campus: if ever that move will be made, it'll be with everyone's best interest at heart.” Chargers Interim AD Mays: “As of right now there's nothing imminent, but I'm really proud of the leadership of this university and the way we’ve handled this in terms of really just taking it one step at a time and making sure every step of the way we are doing our due diligence, that if we are to make a move that it is the right move for the university and we’re not jumping into something that doesn’t only not benefit our student athletes, but everyone, including our students, faculty and families.” (link)

USC Beaufort is restarting plans to construct a $70M convocation center on-campus which would include a 3,500-4K seat arena. USCB has already secured $16.25M and has $8.5M allocated in next year’s state budget towards the project. State Senator Davis is “confident” about the project, adding: “It’s taking multiple budget years to come up with all the capital that they need. And then over the last years you’ve also had price spikes peppered with inflation, so it’s understandable what their needs are and why they’re a little bit higher than initially estimated.” On a local level, the county plans to finance the project with local property taxes. (link)

Postseason Updates:

+ Regional results are rolling in for MTEN (link) and WTEN. (link)

+ 48 teams and 24 student-athletes have been selected to compete in the WGOLF Championship. Regional competition will begin May 8, with the championship to tee off on May 16 in Eureka, MO. (link)

D1.ticker/Connect’s Eargle is joined by National Field Hockey Coaches Association Executive Director Clark and USA Field Hockey Executive Director Hoskins to discuss the Field Hockey Forward program, through which the two organizations are teaming up to promote the benefits of college field hockey and increase the number of NCAA programs from 286. Clark on the Field Hockey Forward program: “We both recognize the need to grow the college game. Division II and III, there’s been a little bit of growth, but over the past 30-plus years, the growth has been fairly stagnant at the Division I level. So we wanted to come together, collaborate, amplify our resources with USOPC, as well as try to strategically put forward an initiative that would showcase the benefits of field hockey at the collegiate level, starting with DI and then moving to Division II and III.” Check out the full Q&A on Connect. (link)

Glenville State promotes alumna and WBB AC Stoller to HC. AD Skiles: “Through this process, we have realized more than ever that the community, and also many of our alumni, had a strong desire to keep 'The System' in place. With Coach Stoller and her time both as a player and coach under Coach Stephens, we have someone well versed in what it takes to continue this legacy.” (link)

Lees-McRae names Carolina (NCCAA) WBB HC Lee to the same post. Bobcats AD McPhail: “We set out to find someone who understands North Carolina is a basketball state, was an experienced head coach, could relate well to women's college basketball players, had high character morals and someone who would grind/hustle everyday to get our program to where we all think it should be. In doing so, Quante rose to the top.” (link)

It’s Personnel:

+ Clayton State names Clark Atlanta Academic Advisor Briscoe as Asst. AD for Compliance. (link)

+ MSU Moorhead WGOLF HC McGinnis steps down after 12 seasons. (link)

+ Mary Softball HC Frantz has resigned after two seasons. (link)

+ Missouri Western promotes Baseball AC Stambersky to be the Griffons’ next HC. (link)

Record Breakers:

+ North Greenville Baseball student-athlete Faile sets the DII career RBI record. (link)

+ Harding Softball student-athlete Burch sets the DII single-season saves record. (link)

More Higher Ed:

+ Connecticut State Colleges and Universities system president Cheng warns of a $335M shortfall that could lead to mass layoffs, tuition hikes and potentially campus closures if lawmakers do not boost funding in the proposed budget. (link)

+ The AAUP issues a report condemning Emporia State for “unilaterally terminating the appointments of 30 tenured and tenure-track faculty members,” violating “AAUP-recommended standards on academic freedom and tenure.” (link)

+ Savannah State is laying off nearly two dozen employees. (link)

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(NEW!) Director of Athletics and Campus Recreation (Salisbury University / Salisbury, MD): Reporting directly to the President of the University, the Director of Athletics and Campus Recreation oversees operations of the University's NCAA Division III intercollegiate athletics program. (DIII) More details HERE.

(NEW!) Development Officer – Athletics (Wayne State University / Detroit, MI): Support and participate in fundraising efforts, strategies and initiatives for Wayne State University Athletics. More details HERE.

Assistant Athletics Director, Academic Services (Cleveland State University / Cleveland, OH): Provides leadership and supervision for the Athletics Academic Advising unit. Provides academic advising and student support services for Men's and Women's Basketball. (DI) More details HERE.

Head Coach Men's Basketball (Cal State University San Marcos / San Marcos, CA): The head coach, who will have the working title of Head Coach Men’s Basketball, will lead the day-to-day operations of our successful NCAA Division II men’s basketball program. More details HERE.

Head Men’s Golf Coach (Centre College / Danville, KY): Demonstrated knowledge and coaching skills of the sport of golf and its playing rules; a commitment to the Division III philosophy. (DIII) More details HERE.

Associate AD/Director, Athletics and Venue Marketing & Fan Engagement (University of Rhode Island / Kingston, RI): Lead a team of (4) full-time creative marketers to run a cross-functional Athletics and Venue Marketing Team to drive attendance, revenue and overall fan experiences. (DI) More details HERE.

Associate Athletics Director for External Operations (Louisiana Tech University / Ruston, LA): Louisiana Tech University is seeking candidates for an Associate Athletics Director for External Operations. (DI) More details HERE.

RIT Head Men's & Women's Rowing Coach (Rochester Institute of Technology / Rochester, NY): Direct development, organization, and management of all phases of RIT' Men's & Women's Rowing program. Recruit, retain, and graduate qualified student-athletes resulting in successful competition. (DIII) More details HERE.

Head Men's & Women's Tennis Coach (Lenoir-Rhyne University / Hickory, NC): Direct development, organization, and management of all phases of LR's women’s & men’s tennis program. Recruit, retain, and graduate qualified student-athletes resulting in successful competition. More details HERE.

General Manager (Friends of the Heights - Boston College / Chestnut Hill, MA): Responsible for Revenue Generation, Marketing & Events, Student Athlete(s) Engagement, Athletics Administration, and Student-Athlete Customer Service at Blueprint Sports' latest partner Collectives. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Coach, Women's Volleyball (Missouri Western State University / St Joseph, Missouri): Missouri Western State University (DII) located in St. Joseph, MO, seeks applicants for Assistant Women's Volleyball Coach. 9 month part-time contract - August 1st to April 30th, annually renewable. More details HERE.

Director of Athletics (University of Wisconsin - Parkside / Kenosha, WI): The Director of Athletics is responsible for the overall athletic program at UW-Parkside and will report to the chancellor. They will oversee athletic personnel, budgets, marketing, and fundraising. More details HERE.

Assistant Coach, Women's Basketball (Missouri Western State University / St. Joseph, MO): Join an outstanding Women's Basketball coach with a winning program at a NCAA Division II Midwestern University. We are located 45 minutes north of Kansas City. 9 month position, academic year. More details HERE.

Assistant Coach, Women's Soccer (Missouri Western State University / St Joseph): MWSU, located in St. Joseph, MO, seeks applicants for Assistant Women's Soccer Coach (DII). 9 month part-time contract - August 15 to May 15, annually renewable. More details HERE.

Assistant Coach, Women's Lacrosse (Missouri Western State University / St Joseph): MWSU, located in St. Joseph, MO, seeks applicants for a Part-time Assistant Women’s Lacrosse Coach (DII). 9 month part-time contract - September 1st to May 31st, annually renewable. More details HERE.

Senior Associate Commissioner, Women's Basketball (Atlantic Coast Conference / Charlotte, NC): The Sr. Assoc. Commissioner – Women’s Basketball is primarily responsible for planning, implementing, and executing the overall management of the ACC women’s basketball operation. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Trainer (University of Alaska System / Anchorage, AK): University of Alaska Anchorage Athletics is inviting applications for a full-time Assistant Athletic Trainer. (DI) More details HERE.

Head Women's Basketball Coach (Millersville University of Pennsylvania / Millersville, PA): The Head Women’s Basketball Coach is responsible for leading a program that has enjoyed a rich tradition in the PSAC and NCAA Division II. More details HERE.

Head Women’s Swimming Coach (Millersville University of Pennsylvania / Millersville, PA): The Heads Women’s Swimming Coach directs all phases of the sport by establishing and maintaining high standard of excellence that includes recruiting academically qualified student-athletes, etc. More details HERE.

Acrobatics and Tumbling Head Coach and Administrator, Athletics (Caldwell University / Caldwell, NJ): Responsible for serving as Acrobatics and Tumbling Head Coach, Athletic Administrator, Student-Athlete Development and, supervisor of athletic home events. More details HERE.

Director of Championships (Atlantic 10 Conference / Newport News, VA): Reports directly to the Assistant Commissioner – Sport & Championship Administration. Responsibility for championship administration in designated sports and student-athlete awards programs. (DI) More details HERE.

Manager of Creative Content/Services (Dartmouth College / Hanover, NH): Conceptualize, oversee, and execute all aspects of the football program’s digital content strategy. This position will work both independently and oversee a team to produce and deliver content. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Trainer (Revise/Repost) (Ferris State University / Big Rapids, MI): The sports medicine staff is looking for an Assistant Athletic Trainer to work with our D1 Men's Ice Hockey program as well as assist with the daily operations of the sports medicine program. More details HERE.

Head Cross Country/Assistant Track and Field Coach (Maryville College / Maryville, TN): Will serve as the primary head coach for cross country and the middle distance/distance runners in track and field. This is the first full-time cross country coach in program history. (DIII) More details HERE.

Director, Athletic Media Relations (Caldwell University / Caldwell, NJ): Responsible for writing sports news releases, preparation of media guides, updating and maintaining athletics website and for coordinating Athletic Department statistics record keeping. More details HERE.

Director of Compliance (Westminster College / Salt Lake City, Utah): This full-time, twelve-month position is responsible for managing and monitoring a comprehensive NCAA II compliance and eligibility program for the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. More details HERE.

Manager of Sales & Fan Engagement (University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee / Milwaukee, WI): Develop & implement marketing & ticket sales initiatives with a focus on revenue generation while also being responsible for all community engagement & a primary marketing contact for a select sport. (DI) More details HERE.

Commissioner (Pacific West Conference (PacWest) / Irvine, CA): The commissioner will support the mission, values, and student-athlete educational focus of PacWest and lead with strong administrative expertise in support of NCAA Division II athletics. More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Director of Sport Communications and Digital Design (Western New Mexico University / Silver City, NM): Publicizes information regarding the Athletics Department. This position is responsible for ensuring the best operations, accurate recording, reporting, and distribution for all athletics at WNMU. More details HERE.

Sports Information Director and Creative Design Intern (23-33) (Francis Marion University / Florence, SC): Intern assists the Associate Athletic Director for Communication Services with the promotion and publicity of all FMU's 14 NCAA sports. More details HERE.

Athletic Administrative and Game Promotions Intern (23-34) (Francis Marion University / Florence, SC): This position is an integral part of the facilities operations staff, assisting with all operations for all home athletic events. This 10-month position is renewable after one year. More details HERE.

Head Men's and Women's Swimming and Diving Coach (Wheaton College / Norton, MA): Full-time (10-month appointment). Responsibilities will include management of all aspects of the program which include coaching, recruiting, alumni engagement, budget management, fundraising & more. (DIII) More details HERE.

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