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Outgoing NCAA President Emmert covers several topics with NCAA correspondent Katz, including how the industry has changed during his tenure. Emmert cites the “rate at which change has accelerated in an organization, a decision-making structure, that’s not accustomed to making fast decisions. But it’s learned to, and it’s learned to adjust much more rapidly to changing social dynamics and economic and political dynamics. The biggest shifts, in my opinion, are that college sports was for, literally a century, pretty insular in that it was a self-contained enterprise. … You didn’t have the legal and political and social impacts coming at the enterprise from the outside. It was very poorly structured to react quickly to those things, and now it’s a much better enterprise in terms of trying to see where it needs to go and doing that in this democratic process.” Emmert also remarks that it’s been difficult to convey the point that his role is dissimilar to that of a professional sports league commissioner insofar as he does not have the same level of power. “I consider that one of the incomplete tasks that I didn’t get done. I wish I could’ve done more on that front. It’s not just that the NCAA isn’t run like a professional sports league. It’s that it can’t be run as a professional league. … There are 19,000 NCAA teams [as opposed to 30 in a pro league]. They’re completely different enterprises. They’re run on campuses. The presidents are the people with ultimate authority on the campus, in the conference and in the national association, and you can’t replace that with one person.” Full interview. (link)

SBJ’s Smith reports the final four candidates in the NCAA President search consisted of three with notable backgrounds in politics “either as a governor or senator,” plus one traditional profile “who previously was an AD.” Further: “Tom McMillen, a former U.S. Congressman and now president and CEO of LEAD1, the FBS AD trade association, also was approached about the position. [...] The priority that was placed on having a working knowledge of governmental wheeling and dealing reflects just how much the NCAA expects to lean on Congress for help with creating a new model for college athletics.” (link)

Co-sponsors Sen. Murphy (D-Conn.), and Reps. Adams (D-N.C.), Trahan (D-Mass.) and Bonamici (D-Ore.) of the Fair Play for Women Act have introduced the new piece of legislation. The bill seeks to add language to federal Title IX laws that would empower the Secretary of Education to issue fines for schools out of compliance. The bill would also expand reporting requirements to K-12 schools. Given its timing five days before Christmas, the group plans to reintroduce the bill in 2023. (link)

Extra Points purveyor Brown camps with Davenport Ultimate Frisbee HC Zaagman to talk about the Panthers’ newest program. DU will pull (ultimate version of kickoff) in 2023 with 15 men’s and 12 women’s scholarships and teams consisting of local and regional S-As with seven high school programs in Grand Rapids to USA Ultimate's Nationals tournament competitors and international S-As in addition to current Panthers S-As, which Zaagman noted as a concern of administrators. The new program will also sit under the purview of athletics, as opposed to a student group, providing greater ease of access to facilities and funding. On the financial sustainability of the sport, Brown notes travel is “almost the only major expense, and isn’t even that bad” as programs will compete in regional tournaments as opposed to one-off contests. More. (link) 

Nebraska Kearney names former North Alabama (DI) Interim HC/Nebraska (DI) AC Held as its next FB HC. UNK AD Bauer: “Ryan has created a strong reputation for leading, recruiting and developing players. His focus goes beyond the game, aimed at elevating players to become the best version of themselves on and off the field. Equally important, Ryan believes in the Division II model. Not only does he have plans to guide and continue to elevate the program, but also create a culture driven by our mission, complemented by our core values and efforts to contribute to our campus and community.” (link)

Eastern New Mexico FB HC Hiatt has resigned after two seasons in Portales. Hiatt signed a two-year extension this past January. Greyhounds AD Weir: "Coach Hiatt has done a terrific job coaching our football team and building what can be a fantastic future here for the Greyhounds. He took an incredibly challenging situation here and made everything around him so much better during his tenure." (link) 

It’s Personnel:

+ West Georgia hires Winthrop (DI) Asst. AD for Internal Operations/SWA Allen as its new Deputy AD/COO. (link)

+ Regis promotes S&C HC Bowersmith to Asst. AD for Sports Performance, with oversight for S&C and Sports Medicine. (link)

+ Lenoir-Rhyne Senior Assoc. AD for External Operations Hay joins D2.ticker/Collegiate Sports Connect’s Eargle to recap the highlights of the success of the teams on and off the field as well as the specifics of the Assistant Athletic Director for Corporate Relations opening including his vision for the role, major initiative and more. Check out the full conversation only on Connect where signup is free. (link)

Coaches Wire:

+ Franklin Pierce taps Charleston MSOC AC Brent as its new HC. (link)

+ Biola WSOC HC Brunelle will not return after eight seasons. (link)

+ Black Hills State removes the interim tag from WVB HC Davis. (link)

+ Le Moyne names Charlotte (DI) VB AC Pego as its new HC. (link)

+ Lock Haven hires Alabama-Huntsville AC Gelnovatch as its new WSOC HC. (link) 

+ Ferris State selects high school HC/former Iowa (DI) AC Schumann as its new Softball HC. (link) 

+ UT Permian Basin brings in Western New Mexico M&W Tennis HC Hunt for the same position. (link)

+ Adelphi announces private coach/”Art of Bowling” host O’Connor as its new Women’s Bowling HC. (link) 

+ Davenport elevates Dance AC Houldsworth to HC. (ilnk) 

The NCAA Committee on Competitive Safeguards and Medical Aspects of Sports (CSMAS) has made three recommendations for the Board of Governors to consider at next month’s NCAA Convention: endorsing strategic priorities for mental and physical health, safety and performance to better align with responsibilities outlined in the new NCAA constitution; approving policies and procedures for the identification of evidence- and consensus-based guidance to support student-athlete mental and physical health, safety and performance; and extending phase two of the NCAA transgender student-athlete participation policy through the 2023-24 academic year to allow additional time to address operational considerations in phase three of the policy. CSMAS also recommended additional discussion about wearable technologies with an aim to revisit statements from 2014 and 2016 and to consider the need to hold a summit to further explore the topic. (link)

More Higher Ed:

+ Slippery Rock selects Regis Provost/Chief Academic Officer Riley as its next president starting July 2023. (link)

+ St. Augustine’s has been placed on probation by the SACSCOC for a year for failing to comply with requirements on governing board characteristics, financial resources, financial documents, financial responsibility, control of finances and federal and state responsibilities. (link) 

+ After announcing it would discontinue athletics earlier this year, Holy Names will close at the end of this academic year. (link) 

+ Mars Hill partners with Southwestern CC (NJCAA) to streamline enrollment for SCC graduates. (link)

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(NEW!) Head Coach - Lacrosse (Hamline University / Saint Paul, MN): The primary purpose of this position is to provide leadership and administrative direction for day to day program operations which primarily involves coaching and program planning, and recruiting. (DIII) More details HERE.

(NEW LINK!) Assistant AD for Development (Arkansas State University / Jonesboro, AR): Responsible for assigned development activities with a focus on major gifts (capital projects, planned gifts, endowments) with new/increased annual fund contributions. Manage a portfolio of prospects. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Director of Corporate Relations (Lenoir-Rhyne University / Hickory, NC): Responsibilities will include successful execution in planning, developing and administering all aspects of the athletic department corporate relations strategy. More details HERE.

Assistant Director of Sports Information/Multimedia (University of Dayton / Dayton, OH): Responsibilities include the execution of all logistics related to sports information duties for the baseball, women’s soccer, and m/w tennis programs; and select multimedia projects as capable. (DI) More details HERE.

Director of Compliance and Risk Mitigation (Stephen F. Austin State University / Nacogdoches, TX): This is a professional position responsible for directing a service-oriented and comprehensive compliance program to ensure that all athletics programs comply with NCAA rules & regulations. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant General Manager (Rose Bowl Stadium / Pasadena, CA): Under the direction of Rose Bowl Operating Company Chief Executive Officer / General Manager, the Assistant General Manager helps lead a professional staff and manage the historic Rose Bowl Stadium. More details HERE.

Assistant Equipment Manager (Equipment Room) (University of Maine / Orono, ME): The Assistant Athletic Equipment Manager (Equipment Room) is responsible for overseeing all operations relating to the purchasing, fitting and issuing of athletic equipment. (DI) More details HERE.

Interim Head Coach - Men's & Women's Tennis (Emporia State University / Emporia, KS): Emporia State University, a member of the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA) and NCAA Division II, is seeking for the position of Interim Head Men’s & Women’s Tennis Coach. More details HERE.

Head Coach, Women's Soccer (Kentucky Wesleyan College / Owensboro, KY): Kentucky Wesleyan College is seeking applications for a full-time Head Coach, Women’s Soccer to oversee all phases and activities associated with operating a successful NCAA Division II program. More details HERE.

Director of Intercollegiate Athletics (University of Mary / Bismarck, ND): The University of Mary in Bismarck, ND is seeking a Director of Athletics to provide leadership for our NCAA Division II program. To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/3717981 More details HERE.

General Manager (University of Arkansas / Fayetteville, AR): Oversees the sales team, responsible for property revenue generation & operations within the sales team. Must have track record of sales experience, and excellent interpersonal & communication skills. (DI) More details HERE.

Director of Athletics Broadcast (Lipscomb University / Nashville, TN): The Director of Athletics Broadcast will serve as the lead gameday producer for all home athletics broadcasts including ESPN+ and non ESPN+ broadcasts. (DII) More details HERE.

Head Football Coach (University of Wisconsin-Whitewater / Whitewater, WI): The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks a Head Football Coach. (DIII) More details HERE.

Head Volleyball Coach (University of Massachusetts Boston / Boston, MA): The Head Coach is responsible for, but not limited to, the development, leadership and administration of the women’s volleyball program. (DIII) More details HERE.

Head Women's Soccer Coach (The College of New Jersey / Ewing, NJ): The Head Coach is responsible for the direction, instruction and supervision of the Women’s Soccer program. (DIII) More details HERE.

Sailing Master / Director of Sailing (Massachusetts Institute of Technology / Cambridge, MA): The MIT Department of Athletics, Physical Education, and Recreation (DAPER) seeks a sailing master/director of sailing to lead a dynamic and wide-reaching sailing program. (DIII) More details HERE.

Associate Director, Athletics Business Development (Babson College / Wellesley, MA): The Associate Director, Business Development is responsible for developing and leading revenue generating activities for the Department of Athletics and Recreation. PI198790108 (DIII) More details HERE.

Head Coach - Women's Volleyball (Emporia State University / Emporia, KS): Emporia State University, a member of the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA) and NCAA Division II, is seeking for the position of Women’s Volleyball Coach. More details HERE.

Head Volleyball Coach (Montana State University / Bozeman, MT): The Head Volleyball Coach reports directly to the Deputy Athletic Director for External Relations and is responsible for the overall coaching, management, and excellence of MSU’s Volleyball program. (DI) More details HERE.

Director of Athletics (University of North Carolina Wilmington / Wilmington, NC): The Director of Athletics must maintain a prominent role for athletics in university life, including promoting academic success and overall welfare of the student-athlete. (DI) More details HERE.

Director of Athletic Development - 502132 (University of Richmond / Richmond, VA): Director of Athletic Development is responsible for managing a major and leadership annual giving portfolio. This position will solicit financial contributions within and outside Richmond, VA. (DI) More details HERE.

Director of Sports Information (LaGrange College / LaGrange, GA): The Sports Information Director (SID) is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive athletics communications program that supports college branding and marketing initiatives. (DIII) More details HERE.

Associate Dean of Campus Life and Director of Athletics (Emerson College / Boston, MA): Provide vision and leadership to continue the positive forward momentum of a program of 14 teams, providing a positive and beneficial experience for student-athletes and the community at large. (DIII) More details HERE.

Associate Athletics Director-Business Affairs (Chief Athletics Financial Officer) (Stephen F Austin State University / Nacogdoches, TX): Responsible for overseeing dept. business operations, including assistance with overall management & control of departmental budgets, management of daily business operations & financial planning. (DI) More details HERE.

Director of Sports Information (LaGrange College / LaGrange, GA): The Sports Information Director (SID) is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive athletics communications program that supports college branding and marketing initiatives. (DIII) More details HERE.

Coordinator of Operations for Mahoney Arena and Athletics Facilities/Events (Fairfield University / Fairfield, CT): Manage the day-to-day operations of Mahoney Arena including (but not limited to) event management, maintenance/custodial services and scheduling. Direct oversight and management of varsity athletics. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Trainer (The College of Wooster / Wooster, OH): The Assistant Athletic Trainer is a member of the athletic training staff responsible for providing high-quality care for the student-athletes participating on the 23 NCAA Division III varsity teams. (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant Field Hockey Coach (The College of Wooster / Wooster, OH): The assistant coach will support the head coach in the coaching duties of the NCAA D-III Field Hockey program. (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant/Associate AD for Ticket Sales & Service (University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee / Milwaukee, WI): This position will be responsible for generating revenue through outbound ticket sales initiatives and providing elite customer service to our supporters. (DI) More details HERE.

Director of Athletics Communications (Missouri Southern State University / Joplin, MO): The Director of Athletics Communications disseminates all information regarding the University’s Athletics Department. A bachelor's degree in a related field and two years experience required. More details HERE.

Athletic Trainer (Lincoln Memorial University / Harrogate, TN): The Athletic Trainer/ATP Preceptor is a full time staff position with the Department of Athletics. The individual shall have medical coverage responsibilities as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer. More details HERE.

Head Tennis Coach (Lincoln Memorial University / Harrogate, TN): Responsible for the growth and development of the men’s and women’s tennis programs by planning and directing the activities of the team. The primary duty is instructing student athletes in the sport. More details HERE.

Assistant Director of Athletic Compliance and Student-Athlete Success (Newberry College / Newberry, SC): This position assists with the institution’s student success initiatives and compliance efforts for the department. More details HERE.

Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach (Northern Kentucky University / Highland Heights, KY): The Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach is responsible for maximizing a student-athletes athletic abilities through the design and implementation of a year-round Strength and Conditioning program. (DI) More details HERE.

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