#10: Saint Peter's AD Rachelle Paul will depart the Peacocks after four years to become the Deputy AD/SWA at Miami (FL). Hurricanes AD Dan Radakovich: “Rachelle is a proven leader and seasoned administrator who will help drive our vision for success as an athletic department.” TurnkeyZRG assisted with Miami’s search. (link)
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#9: TCU AD Jeremiah Donati has withdrawn his name from consideration for the same post at USC, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram’s Mac Engel reports. Donati was unavailable for comment. (link) |
#8: ESPN's Thamel reports the Big Ten has approved Oregon and Washington to join the league, expanding to 18. (link)
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#7: Big Ten COO Kerry Kenny says of the conference’s football schedule once Washington and Oregon join: “[We] will look to incorporate most, if not all, of the principles from flex protect-plus at 18 now instead of 16. Some areas may need to adjust a bit to ensure a rotation can be built, but the foundation of wanting to play each other more, not less, and preserving rivalries will still guide the conversation.” That said, The Athletic’s Scott Dochterman takes a crack at constructing the 2024 schedule. Have a look. (link)
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#6: Ohio State SVP/AD Gene Smith will retire at the end of the next academic year after 18 years leading the Buckeyes. Smith: "I have always believed that a leader seeks to be the right person at the right time in the life of the institution. I believe that July 2024 is the right time to welcome new leadership to build upon what we have achieved and continue to build upon the great tradition of excellence in athletics and business advancement at Ohio State. Sheila and I look forward to the next chapter when we plan to spend more consistent quality time with our children, grandchildren, and extended family. I want to thank the current Board of Trustees members for allowing me to make this announcement at this time, affording me the opportunity to work with colleagues on the president's cabinet to ensure a smooth and successful transition once a new president is appointed." (link)
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#5: Take a look inside Texas A&M’s new Coolidge Football Performance Center in the Graham Athletic Complex. (link) |
#4: CAA Commissioner Joe D’Antonio gets his preseason reps in – in full gear – with the William & Mary football team. Take a look at the commish in action. (link) |
#3: ESPN has promoted analyst Greg McElroy to its No. 2 broadcast team for Saturday Night Primetime, joining Sean McDonough and Molly McGrath. Full slate of new broadcast teams. (link) |
#2: Action Network's Brett McMurphy reports Arizona, Arizona State and Utah are set to join the Big 12 in 2024, "pending board approval in the next 24 hours." (link)
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#1: Utah State has selected Big Ten Deputy Commissioner/Chief Sports Officer Diana Sabau as its next AD, effective August 21. USU President Elizabeth Cantwell: “From understanding campus culture to conference realignment to what it takes to win, Diana is a skilled and experienced professional, and I feel very lucky that we have been able to recruit her. … Throughout our recruitment process, we have run a search dedicated to professionalism, fairness and thoughtfulness. We very carefully considered each candidate’s leadership abilities, experience, proven track record, appreciation for who we are at USU and ability to lead us into a future that all Aggies will be proud of. Diana clearly exemplifies these qualities.” Collegiate Sports Associates consulted on the search. (link, link)
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