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D2.dossiers... The dossier for Johnson C. Smith is ready for you. Dossiers are also available for Illinois State (DI), RPI (DIII), South Carolina State (DI) and more. Next up are dossiers for the Assoc. VP opening at Central Missouri and the Deputy AD for Revenue Generation position at Texas A&M-Commerce (DI). $249 for an entire year of access to all dossiers. (link)

Lake Superior State AD David Diles will retire at the end of October after two-plus years leading the Lakers. Board of Trustees Chair Timothy Lukenda: “His timespan was brief, but his impact was enduring, helping student-athletes, coaches, and staff in many macro-level and micro-level ways on game day, during practice, and, as importantly, in the classroom. We root for him and his family in his well-deserved retirement. And we thank him for his input as a consultant during our efficient and thorough search for his successor.” (link)

Black Hills State names Lubbock Christian AD Scott Larson to the same position with the Yellow Jackets. BHSU President Laurie Nichols: "Scott brings with him a strategic vision and unmatched NCAA knowledge that will elevate Black Hills State athletics. I was impressed by the strong pool of applicants. Ultimately, it was the continued success of student-athletes, coaches, and athletics under Scott's leadership that set him apart. His familiarity competing on regional and national championship stages will continue to enhance BHSU." (link)

On Air & Digital Media:

+ Oklahoma Baptist inks a deal to put its Football, Basketball, Baseball, Softball, Women’s Soccer and Volleyball matches on HudlTV, with an all access pass available for $125. AD Robert Davenport: “Partnering with Hudl is going to enable us to cover our student-athletes better and give a more consistent, quality stream to our viewers. The revenue we receive from this agreement will be instrumental in growing the Bison Sports Network and expanding our web footprint.” (link)

+ ESPN2 will air Fort Valley State vs Benedict Football on October 12. (link)

+ SIDEARM Sports and Athlete Network have launched a new automated content integration between the platforms to promote their published content. (link)

It’s Personnel:

+ The CIAA taps Johnson C. Smith alumnus Harrington Smith as Assoc. Commissioner for Championships & Brand Management. (link)

+ Gannon Asst. AD for Business and Special Projects Kelly Bommer departs for an Assoc. AD of Administration role at Fairfield (DI). (link)

+ McKendree selects Alcorn State (DI) Assoc. AD for Compliance and Academic Services Jason Pompey as Assoc. AD for Compliance. (link)

+ Lenoir-Rhyne names Kentucky Wesleyan Asst. AD for Marketing and Internal Ops Gregory Richard as Asst. AD for Marketing and Fan Engagement. (link)

+ Limestone promotes Coordinator of Media Relations Matthew Farris to Asst. AD for Media Relations. (link)

+ Staten Island welcomes Rutgers-Newark (DIII) Women’s Volleyball AC Meredith Moore as Asst. AD for Facilities. (link)

Franklin Pierce selects Palm Beach State (NJCAA) HC and former Bridgeport HC Mike Ruane as the Ravens’ new Men’s Basketball HC. (link)

Coaches.wire:

+ Christian Brothers Baseball HC Lee Parks resigns after seven seasons. (link)

+ East Stroudsburg Men’s and Women’s Soccer HC Rob Berkowitz transitions to an AC role and will be succeeded by Women’s Soccer AC Meagan DeWan as Women’s Soccer HC, while former Men’s Soccer AC Tom Mustac will serve as Men’s Soccer interim HC for the 2023 season. (link)

+ Eckerd taps Davis & Elkins Men’s and Women’s Golf HC David Woodrum for the same post. (link)

+ Elizabeth City State names Fayetteville State Women’s Volleyball AC Jeannette Downer as HC. (link)

+ Hawaii Hilo appoints former Holy Names Men’s Soccer HC Diego Marroquin as acting HC. (link)

+ Lees-McRae names Alderson Broaddus Men’s and Women’s Volleyball HC Lauren Havill as Women’s Volleyball HC. (link)

+ Lock Haven promotes Field Hockey AC Anna Rogers to succeed outgoing HC Pat Rudy. (link)

+ Southern Wesleyan selects prep coach Larry Clark as Men’s and Women’s Track & Field HC. (link)

+ Southwest Baptist taps prep coach Cooper Martin as Beach Volleyball HC/Women’s Volleyball AC. (link)

+ St. Cloud State appoints Macalester (DIII) Track & Field AC Gabrielle Brown as Women’s Track & Field/Cross Country interim HC. Brown becomes the first Black female HC in SCSU history. (link)

+ UT Permian Basin brings back recent alumna Melanie Ramirez as Women’s Cross Country HC. (link)

+ Newberry taps Limestone Acrobatics & Tumbling AC Joniah Howell as HC. (link)

+ Emory & Henry names dance teacher Makayleigh Smith as Cheer & Dance HC. (link)

“A new suit filed against the NCAA has again alleged that its Academic Performance Program disproportionately penalizes student-athletes at historically Black colleges and universities, with a current HBCU student claiming that the association has ‘a long history of discriminating against Black student-athletes’ through the implementation of ‘its so-called academic reforms.’” More behind the Law360 paywall. (link)

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(NEW!) Director of Lacrosse Operations (Women’s) (Johns Hopkins University / Baltimore, MD): The Director of Women’s Lacrosse Operations works to support the mission and integrity of Johns Hopkins University and the Athletics Department. (DIII) More details HERE.

(NEW!) Head Softball Coach (Northeastern State University / Tahlequah, OK): Expected to serve as the public face of the program, creating and maintaining a positive public image while recruiting and training student-athletes to compete at the highest level possible. More details HERE.

(NEW!) Coordinator – Athletic Facilities and Event Operations (Wayne State Athletics / Detroit, MI): Assist in administering all facets of athletics facilities operations and coordination of various event operations. This includes day-to-day & gameday set-up and breakdown of facilities for practices More details HERE.

(NEW!) Director of Athletic Marketing (Western Washington University / Bellingham, WA): This position contributes to the management and financial stability of the program by emphasizing extensive and robust community engagement programs and revenue generating opportunities. More details HERE.

Director of Development - Athletics (University of North Georgia / Dahlonega, GA): The Development Director is responsible to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward donors for charitable financial support for intercollegiate athletics through gifts, grants and sponsorships. More details HERE.

Senior Associate Athletic Director, External Relations (Emporia State University / Emporia, KS): Works closely with the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics and the leadership of athletics department in strengthening and growing revenue through the marketing, advertising and promotion efforts. More details HERE.

Associate Athletic Director of Development (Catawba College / Salisbury, NC): Catawba College is seeking a dynamic professional who will have direct responsibility for overall program strategy, implementation, and evaluation of athletics fundraising. More details HERE.

Strength & Conditioning Coach Basketball (Bucknell University / Lewisburg, PA): Design, implement, supervise and manage a comprehensive, year-round athlete development program, including teaching, coaching and educational activities for men’s and women’s basketball programs. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Wrestling Coach (Kentucky Wesleyan College / Owensboro, KY): Assists with instruction of student athletes in wrestling and sport-related topics. Supports recruitment and retention of student athletes. Free meal plan included as part of compensation. More details HERE.

Head Softball Coach (St. Edward's University / Austin, TX): The head coach will embrace building a program respected for its commitment to the mission and core values of the University, and will communicate a vision to reach unprecedented levels of success. More details HERE.

Assistant Wrestling Coach (Bucknell University / Lewisburg, PA): Serves within the Department of Athletics and Recreation and is responsible for the on-mat coaching of academically-qualified student-athletes. (DI) More details HERE.

Deputy Athletics Director for Revenue Generation (Texas A&M University-Commerce / Commerce, TX): The Deputy Athletics Director for Revenue Generation is responsible for leading all external units within the athletics department. Primary emphasis will be on the development. (DI) More details HERE.

Commissioner (American Rivers Conference / Cedar Rapids, IA): The A-R-C seeks a commissioner to lead the league into its second century of athletic and academic success and national prominence. (DIII) More details HERE.

Director, Sports Information (Texas A&M International University - Laredo, TX / Laredo, TX): Job Summary The Director, Sports Information ensures that information about the University's intercollegiate athletics programs is available to the public in a timely and effective manner. More details HERE.

Associate Athletics Director, Strategic Communications (Duquesne University / Pittsburgh, PA): Responsible for managing all aspects of athletics media relations, communications, and statistical operations as well as serving as the primary departmental and men's basketball media contact. (DI) More details HERE.

Associate Vice President, Intercollegiate Athletics (University of Central Missouri / Warrensburg, MO): Serve as the senior compliance administrator ensuring compliance with NCAA, MIAA, and UCM policies and procedures. Oversee student-athlete services (academics, athletic training, compliance, etc). More details HERE.

Assistant Athletics Director for Compliance (Missouri State University / Springfield, MO): Responsible for the administration NCAA compliance program. Will oversee all operations of the athletics compliance department including but not limited to rules education, visits, & financial aid. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Baseball Coach-Pitching (Texas A&M University--Kingsville / Kingsville, TX): The Assistant Baseball Coach-Pitching, under general supervision, assists with all phases of coaching an intercollegiate team, including recruiting, scouting, game management and promotions. More details HERE.

Assistant Director of Marketing- Athletics (The Citadel / Charleston, SC): Assistant Director of Marketing in Athletics assists with all marketing and promotional efforts for the Department of Athletics. For more information, and to apply, visit: https://apptrkr.com/4411011 (DI) More details HERE.

Deputy Athletic Director (Western Colorado University / Gunnison, CO): The Deputy Athletic Director is a full-time professional that will be responsible for assisting the Director of Athletics in the overall management, supervision, and leadership of the department. More details HERE.

Major Gifts Officer (West Texas A&M University / Canyon, TX): Candidate joins high preforming team of professionals in a Comprehensive Campaign. Responsible for managing a portfolio of prospects and donors. Works with athletics, academic units, & others. More details HERE.

Head Athletic Trainer (Adams State University / Alamosa, CO): Assist in the direct provision of injury evaluation, ATC, and rehabilitation services for student-athletes, practices and game coverage, design & supervision of rehab programs, & administration duties More details HERE.

Assistant Coach - Baseball (part time) (The University of Scranton / Scranton, PA): Assists head coach in daily operations & administration of varsity intercollegiate sport program and instruction of student athletes. Position will also develop a collegiate level pitching program. (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant Women's Basketball Coach (Missouri Western State University / St Joseph, MO): MWSU, St. Joseph, MO near Kansas City. seeks FT Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach (NCAA Division II). Assist Head Coach in all aspects of the sports program to ensure success of student athletes. More details HERE.

Head Athletic Trainer (Le Moyne College / Syracuse, NY): Responsible for the day to day organization and administration of the Athletic Training Room and providing a full range of work direction to the other athletic trainers and student staff. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Sports Information Director and Internal Operations Manager (23-57) (Francis Marion University / Florence, SC): FMU seeks an energetic Assistant Sports Information Director and Internal Operations Manager. This is a full-time, 12-month State position with benefits. More details HERE.

Assistant Softball Coach (Bucknell University / Lewisburg, PA): The Assistant Softball Coach is responsible for working closely with the Head Coach on administering phases of this varsity intercollegiate sport program. (DI) More details HERE.

Athletic Certification Officer (Lynn University / Boca Raton, FL): This position is responsible for obtaining, evaluating, and documenting the academic credentials of current, former, and potential student athletes. More details HERE.

Assistant/Associate Athletics Director (Appalachian State University / Boone, NC): The Assistant/Associate Athletics Director serves as lead facility and event management administrator at regular and postseason athletic events hosted by App State. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Director, Creative Media, Bronco Productions (Western Michigan University / Kalamazoo, MI): Create, produce, & execute digital, multimedia, video board & live stream assets to expand marketing & publicity efforts that yield results to grow brand awareness, fan loyalty & generate revenues. (DI) More details HERE.

Graduate Assistant, Track & Field and Cross Country (Lake Erie College / Painesville, OH): Assists with organization of all aspects of the program, including coaching and management of facility, practice and team operations. More details HERE.

Strength and Conditioning Coach (Lake Erie College / Painesville, OH): Work with coaches to establish programs for 19 NCAA DII sports in the GMAC, supervising lifts, conditioning sessions, training events, and training schedules. More details HERE.

Assistant Director of Athletics for Marketing and Fan Engagement (Catawba College / Salisbury, NC): The Assistant AD for Marketing and Fan Engagement will develop and oversee a comprehensive marketing program for Catawba athletics to include promotions, special events, fan & game day experiences. More details HERE.

Head Women’s Soccer Coach (University of South Carolina Aiken / Aiken, SC): The Head Women’s Soccer Coach is responsible for providing coaching expertise, leadership, management, rules compliance and administration of all aspects of a competitive NCAA Division II program. More details HERE.

Director, Operations and Facilities (Insignia Event Services / Glendale, AZ): Direct and oversee the strategic workflow, transactions, and processes for the company's facilities, operations, and safety and security departments including daily and event operations. More details HERE.

Assistant/Associate Athletics Director for Student Athlete Success and Compliance (Albany State University / Albany, GA): The Assist/Assoc. Athletics Director for Student Athlete Success and Compliance is responsible for all matters regarding academics and compliance of select programs. This is a full time position. More details HERE.

Associate Athletic Director, Compliance & Administration (Johns Hopkins University / Baltimore, MD): The strongest candidates will have a demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, team-based environment and a strong history of building and relationships with staff, student-athletes, and coaches. (DIII) More details HERE.

Director of Athletic Marketing and Internal Operations (Kentucky Wesleyan College / Owensboro, KY): Seeking a full-time director to generate revenue and manage home athletic event operations. Create marketing materials. Develop and maintain relationships with corporate sponsors. Oversee tournaments. More details HERE.

Head Women's Volleyball Coach/Instructor (Penn State Behrend / Erie, PA): Manage a competitive Division III program. Recruit, instruct, manage 16 women. Serve as an instructor in our KINES offering. (DIII) More details HERE.

Director, Athletic Development Operations (SMU / Dallas, TX): Director of Athletic Development Operations will manage donor relations and daily operations on behalf of the Athletic Development team, and lead the Mustang Club's communication strategies. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Director for Athletic Communications & Creative (The Citadel / Charleston, SC): Manage and supervise staff members to ensure responsibilities are being coordinated, communicated and executed at a high level. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Softball Coach (Bucknell University / Lewisburg, PA): Assistant Softball Coach Responsible for on-field coaching and recruitment of academically-qualified student athletes. For more information, and to apply, visit: https://apptrkr.com/4389628 (DI) More details HERE.

Associate Athletic Director: Operations and Community Relations (Colorado State University Pueblo / Pueblo, CO): This position provides a senior-level leadership role for the Department while having managerial responsibility for all aspects of day-to-day operations including facilities, events, and community. More details HERE.

Director of Golf (St. Mary's University / San Antonio, TX): Full-time position reports to the Athletics Executive Director and is responsible for overseeing the Men's and Women's Golf programs. More details HERE.

Senior Associate/Associate AD for External Relations (University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee / Milwaukee, WI): Member of AD's executive/senior leadership team. Oversees marketing, tickets, event operations and liaisons with communications. Responsible for the strategic direction and oversight of these areas. (DI) More details HERE.

Director of UNC Asheville Outdoor Sports Complex and Events (UNC Asheville / Asheville, NC): This position has oversight for the planning, development, coordination, and management of event operations at the Outdoor Sports Complex venues. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Men's Soccer Coach (Bucknell University / Lewisburg, PA): This position serves as the second assistant position for the program and includes the execution of Goalkeeper workouts, overall training, and is responsible for on-field coaching and recruitment. (DI) More details HERE.

Associate Athletic Director / Director of Recreation Services (Johns Hopkins University / Baltimore, MD): The department of athletics and recreation seeks an innovative and forward thinking leader to assume the leadership role. This role directs the planning process for Recreation Services. (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletics Director for Student-Athlete Support Services/ Director of 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.

Head STUNT Coach (Saint Mary's College / Notre Dame, IN): Planning, designing, and administering programs, policies, and services that will contribute to the academic and athletic welfare of students through Saint Mary’s College varsity athletics. (DIII) More details HERE.

Head Women’s Basketball Coach (Babson College / Wellesley, MA): Serves as varsity Head Coach for Women’s Basketball. Assumes additional secondary duties as assigned by the Associate VP for Athletics and Athletics Advancement or their designee PI224739145 (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant Director - Business Operations (Atlantic Coast Conference / Charlotte, NC): The Assistant Director – Business Ops is responsible for the execution of day-to-day business operations while providing administrative support to the Finance, Business & Administration department. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Softball Coach (St. Mary's University / San Antonio, TX): Full-time position that reports to the Head Softball Coach and is responsible for performing the duties and requirements of the assistant coach for the Softball program. More details HERE.

Assistant Esports Coach (St. Mary's University / San Antonio, TX): Part-time position that aiding the Esports Head Coach in connecting, recruiting and interacting with student-athletes as well as assisting in overseeing competitions, tournaments and open play nights. More details HERE.

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