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Mr. Baker Goes to Washington:

+ NCAA President Baker commented during the Arizona’s Future of College Sports Summit that “there’s a fair amount of interest in leadership in both [chambers of Congress]” about NIL reform. However, Baker said the process will continue to be “slow and painstaking.” While sitting on a panel with Knight Commission CEO Perko, Baker indicated it is going to take time and trust that college sports will navigate this period successfully. “I need a whole bunch of people to actually come to the conclusion that I know what I’m doing. And a whole bunch of other things that belong directly to me before I start engaging with (the CFP) on (the revenue distribution model).” (link)

+ For an NIL bill to take effect, Baker believes Congress would have to pass it by the end of the year, before the general election cycle becomes lawmakers’ primary focus. (link)

+ When asked about the NCAA MBB Tournament’s TV deal, which is locked in for another 12 years: “I’m not going to show one card in what our plans are when involving media rights. … I don’t want to send any message to the market other than we believe all of these opportunities are worth a great deal." In his next 100 days, Baker says he is focused on getting "much more efficient and effective in how we actually act on decisions" at the NCAA. Baker on NIL: “Congress has the ability to do state preemption. The NCAA might be able to do that but it is way more complicated and that is a big part of the reason why Congress has more legitimate authority to create a level playing field." (link)

+ Baker also thinks there’s a “major opportunity to get into the sports betting space and recognize and understand between social media and 31 states legalizing it and anybody who has a phone being able to bet from any place they want and two-thirds to almost three quarters of all people between the ages of 18 and 22 betting on sports,” there a chance to do something about that. The NCAA, he continues, needs to “create a program that we hope we're going to get everybody to endorse around helping [student-athletes] develop the tools and techniques (athletes are) going to need to deal with this stuff.” On championship rights, Baker remains tight-lipped, noting: “I think there are huge opportunities here. But I would never dream of giving anybody who might be waiting to hear anything from me about where I think the biggest and best play's going to be until we actually get into the brass tacks of negotiating something. … But we dramatically underperform across a whole bunch of other revenue raising opportunities…and those items are going to get a lot of attention from us over the course of what I would describe as the next four to six months.” (link)

Postseason Updates:

+ Trine Softball captures its first NCAA crown, just the school’s second team championship since joining the NCAA in 2004. (link)

+ Lynchburg takes home its first Baseball national title. (link)

It’s Personnel:

+ TCNJ names Essex (NJCAA) AD Doughtie as Assoc. AD for Compliance & Student Development. (link)

+ George Fox Assoc. AD/SWA Trask is no longer with the university. (link)

+ Hope Assoc. Director of Admissions Wolma transitions to athletics as Asst. AD for Student Wellness and Compliance. (link)

Play By The Rules:

+ The Playing Rules Oversight Panel (PROP) officially delays new FB timing rules until 2024, pending the results of an impact study that will be conducted this upcoming season and discussed in February/March 2024. (link) 

+ The PROP approved a new block/charge rule for men’s basketball, in which a defender will have to be in position to draw a charge at the time an offensive player plants a foot to go airborne to attempt a field goal. If the defender arrives after the offensive player plants a foot to launch toward the basket, officials will be instructed to call a block when contact occurs between the two players. Other MBB rule changes include allowing non-student bench personnel to act as peacekeepers in the event of an altercation, allowing players to wear jersey numbers 0-99, and disqualifying players who commit three flagrant 1 fouls, among others. (link)

+ For women’s basketball, the PROP approved a rule whereby players will be warned for their first instance of flopping and assessed a technical for any subsequent violations. WBB players will also now be allowed to wear jersey numbers 0-99, schools will no longer have to submit a waiver for players to wear religious headwear, provided it is safe for competition, and an amber light strip will be permitted on the backboard to signal the end of a shot-clock period. Full list of changes. (link)

+ The PROP also approved making all takedowns in wrestling worth three points, effective with the 2023-24 season. Additionally, hand-touch takedowns have been eliminated. Full list of changes. (link)

+ The Women's Lacrosse Rules Committee proposed 6 v. 6 play when the ball is possessed below the restraining line, increasing the scenarios when teams have the advantage of playing a player up, and issuing a one-minute penalty for players who fake or embellish being fouled. Full list of recommendations. (link)

+ The Men's Lacrosse Rules Committee proposed expanding video review that would include coaches' challenges for the 2023-24 academic year for all NCAA competitions, not just during NCAA championships. Under the proposal, a coach could use a challenge until the last four minutes of regulation. Referee discretion could be used at any time during the game. The committee also proposed an immediate stop in play any time a player’s helmet comes off. More. (link)

University of New England will add WGOLF as its 19th sport in 2024-25. AD Davis: “Not only does this provide more participation opportunities for female student-athletes, but it also closely aligns with the rapid growth of women's golf in and around our conference.” MGOLF HC Keenan will oversee both programs. (link) 

Alverno names Milwaukee Area Tech (NJCAA) WBB AC Ross as its new WBB HC. (link)

Coaches.wire:

+ Lancaster Bible Baseball HC Abney is no longer leading the Chargers after two seasons. (link, link)

+ Elizabethtown M&W Golf HC Kreider steps down after six seasons. (link)

+ Emory names Louisville (DI) AC Fernandes as the Eagles’ new WGOLF HC. (link)

+ Misericordia selects Norwich Men’s Ice Hockey AC/MGOLF HC Cole as its new Hockey HC. (link) 

+ Franciscan sheds the interim tag from WLAX HC Bain. (link)

+ Grinnell names Hope AC Hedman as the Pioneers’ M&W S&D HC. (link) 

+ Husson names Colby S&D AC Dwyer as HC. (link)

+ Lebanon Valley elevates MTEN AC Robbins to succeed retiring HC Remsburg. (link)

+ Lycoming removes the interim tag from M&W TEN HC Reid. (link)

+ Marietta XC/T&F HC Davis resigns after seven years with the Pioneers. (link)

+ Trinity (CT) elevates Men’s Squash AC Hamada to succeed HC Assaiante. (link)

More Higher Ed:

+ Saint Joseph’s Maine names Southern Maine (NJCAA) President Cassidy to the same post. (link)

+ Connecticut College selects former Northern Michigan (DII) and San Francisco State (DII) president Wong as its interim president. (link) 

+ Marietta’s comprehensive campaign reaches its $100M goal. (link)

+ Clark has received a $1M donation to launch its undergraduate honors program. (link)

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(NEW!) Associate Athletic Director for External Operations and Strategic Initiatives (St. Edward's University / Austin, TX): Serve as a member of the Athletics senior leadership team and assist with overall strategic direction for an expanding department. Oversee departmental units and designated sports. (DII) More details HERE.

(NEW!) Associate Athletic Director Business Operations (Western Michigan University / Kalamazoo, MI): Primary duties are financial planning & reporting, budget oversight & liaison to Univ. budget office. Works with coaches/staff to ensure fiscal integrity, adherence to NCAA rules & budget management. (DI) More details HERE.

(NEW!) Director of Bowling (Lincoln Memorial University / Harrogate, TN):The bowling director manages all aspects of the team including strength and conditioning, practicing, competing and scheduling. Planning all travel related to recruiting and away tournaments. (DII) More details HERE.

(NEW!) Head Men's and Women's Tennis Coach (Ripon College / Ripon, WI): Reporting to the Athletic Director, the responsibilities include but are not limited to all aspects of coaching, recruiting, scheduling, travel, and budget management. For complete ad see website. More details HERE.

(NEW!) Assistant/Associate AD, Strategic Communications (Cal Poly / San Luis Obispo, CA): The Assistant/Associate AD, Strategic Communications will be responsible for the development of strategic communications and elevating the profile of Cal Poly Athletics. (DI) More details HERE.

(NEW!) Head Baseball Coach (St. Mary's University / San Antonio, TX): This position is responsible for various aspects of the program, such as recruiting, player development, scheduling opponents, fundraising, strength & conditioning, etc. (DII) More details HERE.

Sr. Associate Athletic Director for Advancement and Administration (University of Texas Rio Grande Valley / Edinburg, TX): Currently undergoing $85M in athletics capital projects (including Division I FCS Football), this position oversees development programs to support the department’s growth and record-setting momentum. (DI) More details HERE.

Director of Advancement, Division of Athletics (The Catholic University of America / Washington, DC): Manage a portfolio of major donors/prospects to solicit gifts of $50,000+ in support of CatholicU Athletics' priorities. Partner directly w/ Athletic Director; report directly to Univ. Advancement. More details HERE.

Facilities and Events Coordinator (St. Edward's University / Austin, TX): Manage day-to-day operations and maintenance of all athletic facilities and events. St. Edward's supports 11 competitive NCAA DII programs in Austin, Tx - the live music capital of the world. (DII) More details HERE.

Assistant Director of Athletic Communications (Haverford College / Haverford, PA): Haverford College invites applications to our full-time (at least 37.5 hours per week), exempt, benefits-eligible Assistant Director of Athletic Communications opportunity. More details HERE.

Assistant Baseball Coach (Macalester Baseball / St. Paul. MN): This full-time position is a recruiting coordinator/assistant coaching position Includes salary and benefits. Applicants with interest and experience in technology are preferred. More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Director for Marketing & Promotions (The Citadel-The Military College of South Carolina / Charleston, SC): Responsible for the managing, marketing and promotional efforts of Citadel Athletics, to include using extensive marketing and promotional strategies to generate and increase interest and excitement. (DI) More details HERE.

Head Men's Golf Coach and Instructor in Physical Education (Middlebury College / Middlebury, VT): The head coach is responsible for the administration of all phases of the men’s golf program. This is a full time, salaried, benefits eligible position. Compensation is commensurate with experience. More details HERE.

Head Women's Golf Coach and Instructor in Physical Education (Middlebury College / Middlebury, VT): The head coach is responsible for the administration of all phases of the Women’s golf program. This is a full time, salaried, benefits eligible position. Compensation is commensurate with experience. More details HERE.

Women's and Men's Asst. Swimming & Diving Coach/Communications, Promotions & Marketing Asst. (Massachusetts Institute of Technology / Cambridge, MA): Full-time, 10 month position. Duties include coaching, recruiting, administrative work, and tasks under communications, promotions and marketing. 2-4 coaching experience preferred, bachelors required. More details HERE.

Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach (Maine Maritime Academy / Castine, ME): Temporary academic year position involved in recruiting, film editing & review, game planning, drills, workouts, operations, etc. $13.80/hr, may be renewed in successive years. More details HERE.

Student-Athlete Development and Experience Coordinator (Washington University in St. Louis / St. Louis, MO): This position plays a crucial role in our Center of Excellence, which provides a holistic approach to student-athlete support and development. This is full-time, 12-month, and has terrific benefits. More details HERE.

Manager of Football Video/Digital Production (Bucknell University / Lewisburg, PA): This position is responsible for the production of original creative video and daily management of the on-field analytical video needs (practice and games) for a Division I FCS football program. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Director for Media Relations (Mercer University / Macon, GA): Lead the Media Relations department in strategic communications that positively impacts and elevates the Mercer Athletic brand. Also, overseeing the day-to-day publicity of athletic programs. (DI) More details HERE.

Athletic Trainer (Emporia State University / Emporia, KS): ESU currently has two vacant positions within our Intercollegiate Athletics department: Senior Assistant Athletic Trainer and a Junior Assistant Athletic Trainer, full-time, with benefits. (DII) More details HERE.

Head Baseball Coach (Elmhurst University / Elmhurst, IL): Elmhurst University is accepting applications for Head Baseball Coach. Elmhurst competes in the highly competitive CCIW and we are looking for an energetic and driven individual to lead our program. More details HERE.

Deputy Athletic Director (St. Olaf College / Northfield, MN): Assist the Director of Athletics in providing strategic direction for the athletic department and has oversight in the absence of the Athletic Director. Supervise assigned sport programs and units. More details HERE.

Chief of Staff - Director of Football Operations (Lenoir-Rhyne University / Hickory, NC): Serve as primary point of contact for both internal and external operational functions of the football program including scheduling, budget, travel, fundraising, and community outreach. (DII) More details HERE.

Head Women's Ice Hockey Coach (Suffolk University / Boston, MA): Responsible for overseeing all duties associated with running a competitive DIII ice hockey program. Additional responsibilities include game management and hiring & management of student-workers. More details HERE.

Director of Athletics (Black Hills State University / Spearfish, SD): Responsible for the overall athletic program and will report to the President. Oversee athletic personnel, budgets, departmental operations, and fundraising efforts. (DII) More details HERE.

Leadership Giving Officer, Athletics (Stony Brook University / Stony Brook, NY): Manage a portfolio of lead annual donors and prospects, soliciting gift commitments of $5,000 or more supporting Stony Brook Athletics' fundraising priorities. (DI) More details HERE.

Track and Field Assistant Coach (Adrian College / Adrian, MI): Adrian College is searching for a dynamic and energetic individual to assist the Director of Track and Field in Horizontal Jumps and coordinate recruiting efforts for Track and Field. More details HERE.

NCAA Softball Assistant Coach & Club Softball Head Coach (Adrian College / Adrian, MI): Adrian College is looking for a driven and self-motivated individual to assist the NCAA Softball program and lead the NSCA Club Softball program. More details HERE.

NCAA Women's Volleyball Assistant Coach/Club Volleyball Head Coach (Adrian College / Adrian, MI): Adrian College is looking for a driven coach ready to learn and lead in this dual position. You will assist the NCAA Women's team and lead your own Club program at Adrian College. More details HERE.

Director of Athletic Video Productions (Tarleton State University / Stephenville, TX): This position will be responsible for all aspects of television and streaming video broadcasts of home sporting events, video conferences, and other skill-specific tasks. (DI) More details HERE.

Head Coach - Cross Country OR Track & Field (Christopher Newport University / Newport News, VA): Christopher Newport University located in Newport News, VA, is seeking a full time Head Coach with a focus in Cross Country OR Track & Field. Christopher Newport University is a public school. More details HERE.

Associate Director of Athletics, Wellness & Recreation (SUNY New Paltz / New Paltz, NY): The Associate Director will join a dynamic and experienced team of professionals dedicated to student athletes and patrons of the campus and community. They should have NCAA Compliance experience. More details HERE.

Head Women's Golf Coach (Centre College / Danville, KY): Centre College invites qualified applicants for the full-time position of Head Women’s Golf Coach. Currently in the midst of a $65-million capital project called the Initiative for Wellness Athletic. More details HERE.

Head Athletic Trainer (University of Alaska Anchorage / Anchorage, AK): UAA Athletics is inviting applications for a full-time Head Athletic Trainer. Apply at https://apptrkr.com/4187542 (DI/DII) More details HERE.

Assistant Director of Athletics for Compliance and Scheduling (Western New England University / Springfield, MA): The Assistant Director of Athletics for Compliance and Scheduling supervises all aspects of NCAA, Conference, University and Departmental compliance functions. More details HERE.

Assistant Director, Event Management (University of Minnesota / Minneapolis, MN): This position will be responsible for guest services, personnel staffing, and event management for regular-season competitions, post-season championships, and rentals. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Director, Compliance (University of New Orleans / New Orleans, LA): Assistant Athletic Director, Compliance leads all NCAA, Southland Conference and Athletics compliance. Serves as a key member of staff; serves on senior staff and as primary or secondary sport admin. (DI) More details HERE.

Athletic Trainer (Western New England University / Springfield, MA): The athletic trainer reports to the Head Athletic Trainer and provides consistent athletic training coverage for varsity student athletes. More details HERE.

Cross Country Head Coach (Adrian College / Adrian, MI): Adrian College is looking for an energetic & dynamic coach that will oversee all aspects of our men's and women's cross country program. More details HERE.

Associate Commissioner for Men's Basketball (Southeastern Conference / Birmingham, AL): Reporting to the Commissioner, the Associate Commissioner for Men’s Basketball develops, enacts, and manages strategies for enhancing and promoting SEC Men’s Basketball. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Head Men's Basketball Coach (Christopher Newport University / Newport News, VA): Works in collaboration with the Head Coach to establish and maintain a successful NCAA Div III men's basketball program; Provide expertise and leadership to support development of student-athletes More details HERE.

Head Women's Lacrosse Coach (Lake Forest College / Lake Forest, IL): Lake Forest College is accepting applications for the position of Head Women’s Lacrosse Coach. The position is a full-time, non-teaching faculty/administrative staff appointment with benefits. More details HERE.

Men's & Women's Cross Country Head Coach/Men's & Women's Track & Field Assistant Coach (The University of Maine at Farmington / Farmington, ME): You're invited to lead teams of dedicated athletes and make a big impact in the athletics department of an historic university - all in a beautiful part of western Maine, among mountains and lakes. More details HERE.

Head Women's Volleyball Coach (Knox College / Galesburg, IL): Knox College invites applications for the full-time position of Head Women’s Volleyball Coach. This is a 12-month, benefits-eligible position reporting to the Director of Athletics. More details HERE.

Golf Graduate Assistant Coach (UW-Parkside / Kenosha, WI): The Golf Graduate Assistant Coach will report directly to the Director of Golf and assist with all areas of a NCAA DII men's and women's golf program. (DII) More details HERE.

Associate Director of Athletics for Compliance (Princeton University / Princeton, NJ): Oversee NCAA eligibility & compliance, Ivy League compliance, NIL & rules education. Candidate must understand the fundamental role that athletics plays in the education of the student-athlete. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Director - Officiating Administration (Atlantic Coast Conference / Charlotte, NC): Integral part of the Sports Department providing administrative support across all of our sports and assisting to facilitate streamlining of officiating processes. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Field Hockey Coach (College of Wooster / Wooster, OH): Participate in all aspects of recruitment, training, and development of student-athletes, retention, and the total organization and administration of the program, as assigned. More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Director for Compliance + NCAA Liaison (Wayne State University / Detroit, MI): Responsible for the University's overall compliance with NCAA and Conference legislation. Develop a variety of detailed reports, informational pieces, and analysis. (DII) More details HERE.

Head Women's Basketball Coach (Clarkson University / Potsdam, NY): Lead a program at a nationally recognized research university in the highly competitive Liberty League. A successful coach will provide effective leadership in all aspects of the sport administration. More details HERE.

Director of Tennis (Emporia State University / Emporia, KS): Position is responsible for administering all aspects of the sport program with emphasis on coaching of the men’s tennis team and oversight of the women’s head coach and team. (DII) More details HERE.

Head Women's Golf Coach (Emory University / Atlanta, GA): Emory University welcomes applications for Head Women's Golf Coach to lead all aspects of the Women's Golf program. More details HERE.

Strength & Conditioning Coach (Midwestern State University / Wichita Falls, TX): Develop yearly programs for 13 sports while competing in one of the most competitive D2 conferences in the country. Work directly with head coaches, 3 Graduate Assistants included. Apply today! (DII) More details HERE.

Senior Associate Athletic Director, Internal Operations (Emporia State University / Emporia, KS): Seeking qualified candidates to ensure alignment with all athletic department and institutional policies and procedures as well as day to day management of athletic compliance and student services. (DII) More details HERE.

Assistant Commissioner, Strategic Communications (Mountain West Conference / Colorado Springs, CO): Lead Strategic Communications team. Primary football contact focused on enhancing national profile. Event planner for MW Football and Basketball Media Days and MW and NCAA Basketball Tournaments. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Football Coach (Westminster College / New Wilmington, PA): Applications are being accepted for a F-T (10-month) coaching position. Responsibilities include assistant coaching duties in football and other duties as assigned by Director of Athletics. More details HERE.

Men’s and Women’s Golf Coach (University of Dallas / Irving, TX): Responsible for overall operation and conduct of the men’s and women’s golf programs. Provide instruction and guidance to student athletes. More details HERE.

Director of Student Athlete Support Services/Assistant Athletics Director for Student-Athlete Support Services (Louisiana Tech University / Ruston, LA): Louisiana Tech University is seeking applicants for the position of Director of Student-Athlete Support Services/Assistant Athletics Director for Student Athlete Support Services. (DI) More details HERE.

Associate Athletics Director for Internal Operations (Lawrence University / Appleton, WI): Lawrence University is hiring for an Associate Athletic Director for Internal Operations. More details HERE.

Sports Information Director (title negotiable with appropriate experience) (William Woods University / Fulton, MO): Strong communicator that works closely with Assistant AD for Media Production, SID serves as primary online content editor & chief statistician for one of the NAIA's rapidly rising athletics programs. (NAIA) More details HERE.

Head Football Coach (Bentley University / Waltham, MA): The HFC leads all aspects of a successful D-II football program. This is a 12-month staff position. The successful candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree & have proven success in coaching football. (DII) More details HERE.

Head Men's Soccer Coach (Westminster College / Fulton, MO): Westminster College is looking for an energetic & dynamic coach that will oversee our established and successful NCAA Division III & St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference men’s soccer program. More details HERE.

Head Coach of Women's Softball (Amherst College / Amherst, MA): Amherst College invites applications for the Head Coach of Women’s Softball position. The Head Coach of Women’s Softball is a full-time, year-round position. More details HERE.

Men's Tennis Head Coach (University of California Santa Cruz / Santa Cruz, CA): Men's Tennis Head Coach, UC Santa Cruz The IRD for this job is: 05-29-2023 Salary By Agreement - $55,000 / Annually. To view full job description, please visit https://apptrkr.com/4173706 More details HERE.

Men's Volleyball Head Coach (University of California Santa Cruz / Santa Cruz, CA): Men's Volleyball Head Coach, UC Santa Cruz Job #52725 The IRD for this job: 05-29-2023 By Agreement $50,000 - $60,000 / Annually. More details HERE.

Head Women's Soccer Coach (Bentley University / Waltham, MA): The head women’s soccer coach will lead all aspects of a successful Division II women’s soccer program. This is a 12-month staff position. The successful candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree. (DII) More details HERE.

Senior Associate Athletic Director Strategic Initiatives & Leadership (Bucknell University / Lewisburg, PA): This position will serve as a member of the executive team. Responsibilities include identifying and managing issues emerging within collegiate athletics and providing overall strategic direction. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant/Associate/Sr. Associate Commissioner/Director of Media Relations (Great Northeast Athletic Conference / Winthrop MA): Full-time, 12-month professional position. Working with 16 schools/22 championships. Title will be determined based on educational background and professional experience. Starting date ASAP. More details HERE.

Assistant Director, Ticket Operations and Allocations (University of Texas at Austin, Intercollegiate Athletics / Austin, Texas): To assist in the execution and fulfillment of assigned responsibilities as a member of the Ticket Sales and Operations team and strategies. Managing ticket sales, inventory and audit operations. (DI) More details HERE.

Head Coach - Men's Lacrosse (Haverford College / Haverford, PA): This position reports to the Director of Athletics and carries responsibility for all aspects of a competitive Division III Men’s Lacrosse program. More details HERE.

Assistant Men's Soccer Coach (Saint Mary's University of Minnesota / Winona, MN ): 12 month FT position assisting in all facets of the Cardinal men's soccer program, at a university that believes inclusion and human dignity contributes to a robust academic and work environment. More details HERE.

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