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The G-MAC enters a three-year deal with Hudl to stream all 26 of the conference’s sports for free. This is Hudl’s 16th DII conference-wide partnership. (link)

Bemidji State AD Britt Lauritsen talks to the Bemidji Pioneer about her first year in the chair, including growing into aspects of the job that may reside outside her comfort zone: “I am naturally an introvert. Coming into a role that is not only internal but also doing the external pieces – getting out and talking about sponsorships and partnerships – I love brainstorming that stuff. But when it comes to actually having those conversations, that was really hard for me to kind of step into because it takes so much energy for me as an introvert to be able to work through that.” Lauritsen also expounds on the altered dynamic between her and other staffers: “I was very used to being the door before the door in my previous positions. [...] It hasn’t changed how I approach relationships, but it changes how people approach you sometimes. I’ve got a really, really great core group of folks here who I think have bought into who I am as a human. And that has helped kind of bridge that gap in the first year.” More. (link)

Facilities Features:

+ Shippensburg unveils renovated locker rooms for Men's Soccer, Women's Soccer, Field Hockey, Women’s Tennis, Women’s Lacrosse and Softball. (link)

+ East Stroudsburg upgrades a pair of facilities, including a new scoreboard for Field Hockey/Lacrosse, as well as scoreboard and lighting for Football/Soccer/Track & Field. (link)

+ Saint Michael’s rolls out a number of facility upgrades complete or in progress including a renovated baseball press box, a multi-year renovation to the Ross Sports Center through 2025 that will include new locker rooms, Hudl auto-tracking cameras and more. (link)

+ Newberry has begun a campaign to upgrade its Baseball stadium. (link)

It’s Personnel:

+ Wisconsin-Parkside promotes Sr. Assoc. AD for Compliance and Student Success Hayley Treadway to Deputy AD. (link)

+ Livingstone brings back alumna, former Women’s Volleyball and Softball HC and, most recently, Alverno (DIII) Women’s Volleyball HC/SWA Shannon Allen as Assoc. AD of Compliance. (link)

+ The GSC names former Saint Leo Director of Athletic Communications Angelo Pontello as Asst. Commissioner for Video & Broadcasting. (link)

+ Northwest Missouri State welcomes back alumnus and Monmouth (DIII) Director of Digital Media Tucker Quinn as Asst. AD for Marketing, Promotions and Licensing. (link)

+ Western New Mexico transitions Cross Country/Track & Field AC Dorian Carrasco to the role of Asst. AD of Student Achievement. (link)

+ Adams State promotes Director of Strength & Conditioning Brady Conner to Asst. AD for Sports Performance. (link)

+ Albany State former Virginia Union Asst. AD of Student-Athlete Academic Support & Compliance Coordinator/Women’s Volleyball HC Asst. AD for Student-Athlete Success and Compliance/SWA. (link)

+ Arkansas-Monticello Baseball Assoc. HC Mark Jelks will move to an administrative role as Asst. AD for External Affairs, Game Day Operations and Facilities. (link)

+ Coker Sr. Assoc. AD/SWA Julia Rowland will join the NCAA Women’s Volleyball Rules Committee next month. (link)

Coaches.wire

+ Westminster elevates Women’s Golf HC Denise Larson to Director of Golf. (link)

+ West Liberty removes the interim tag from Cross Country/Track & Field HC Jason Falvo. (link)

+ Alderson Broaddus Men’s Soccer HC Aron Bassoff lands at Mississippi University for Women (DIII) as Women’s Soccer interim HC. (link)

Fundraising & Partnerships:

+ Fort Lewis grew corporate partnerships and gifts from Giving Tuesday by 30% year-over-year, with the Skyhawks bringing in four million-dollar commitments from partners. (link)

+ Henderson State partners with Influxer for student-athlete NIL apparel. (link)

+ Colorado State Pueblo moves to digital ticketing for Men’s and Women’s Soccer, Baseball, Softball, Men’s and Women’s Lacrosse and Men’s and Women’s Track & Field. (link)

+ Barry launches a refreshed website via SIDEARM Sports. (link)

+ Walsh rolls out a new mobile app with the help of Snap Mobile. (link)

A joint survey by Sportico and The Harris Poll found that 25% of U.S. adults strongly agree and 42% somewhat agree that student-athletes should be able to receive direct compensation from their school, while 64% support athletes’ rights to obtain employee status and 59% think they should collectively bargain as a labor union. Americans' stance on supporting profitable NIL deals rose from 62% in November 2020 to 74% in last week’s poll. Further, 60% of the fans in 2020 believed NIL would change their enjoyment of college sports but now that number is just 25%. Notably, 80% of Americans support uniform NIL standards across college sports. More. (link)

College Sports Communicators Second Vice President Mary Beth Challoner and CSC College Division Representative Donnie Smith join Fox Sports/Connect’s Bryan Fischer from the 2023 NACDA Convention to discuss how the industry has changed, ways CSC is adapting, overcoming common challenges at their respective leadership levels and more. When conveying the importance of communications professionals’ roles to athletics departments and university leadership, Challoner says it’s important to note that “you are the pulse of our sports department. You know the coaches, you know the student-athletes, you know the history, you kind of know all the nooks and crannies and all the nuances of this program.” Challoner also notes the pandemic highlighted the importance of communications professionals “because there were a lot of messages. It was no longer just about teams and athletes…and I think a lot of people within the college campuses really looked to their communications professionals for that guidance and how to deliver the message.” Check out the full conversation on Connect. (link)

More Higher Ed:

+ Arkansas Tech elevates Dean of the College of Business and Economic Development Russell Jones as Acting interim president. (link) 

+ Henderson State selects former Belmont (DI) President Bob Fisher as its interim chancellor. (link) 

+ Presidents at Benedict and Rollins are among a baker’s dozen of leaders to form the Campus Call for Free Expression, a group to “champion free expression” at their institutions. (link)

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(NEW!) Head Women's Hockey Coach (Saint Mary's University of Minnesota / Winona, MN): Lead a competitive NCAA Division III women’s hockey program that provides a unique, and memorable collegiate athletic experience for student-athletes (DIII) More details HERE.

(NEW!) Sr. Staff Psychologist, Athletics Emphasis (Montana State University / Bozeman, MT): The Embedded Mental Health Clinician will follow NCAA Mental health Best Practices Guidelines and be licensed as a psychologist in the state of Montana. (DI) More details HERE.

(NEW!) Assistant Softball Coach (Texas A&M University-Kingsville / Kingsville, TX): The Assistant Softball Coach assists the Head Softball Coach in directing all activities of the softball program within NCAA, LSC, TAMUK, and TAMUS policies, guidelines, and procedures. More details HERE.

Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach (Saginaw Valley State University / University Center, MI): Saginaw Valley State University invites applications for the position of Assistant Coach for Strength and Conditioning. 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. (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant Director - Marketing (Atlantic Coast Conference / Charlotte, NC): This role is primarily responsible for assisting in the creation of marketing plans targeting ticket sales and purchase media across platforms that will help achieve the marketing groups annual goals. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Director - Content Strategy (Atlantic Coast Conference / Charlotte, NC): This role is primarily responsible for creating compelling and on-strategy social media content through collaboration with cross-functional groups and through use of software. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Mens Lacrosse Coach (Bucknell University / Lewisburg, PA): Assist in coaching, training, and practice sessions, ensuring that all appropriate safety guidelines and standards are maintained. Assist during athletic events. Attend coaches' preparatory meetings. (DI) More details HERE.

Head Men and Women's Golf Coach (Sterling College / Sterling, KS): A four-year private Christ-centered, liberal arts college seeking dynamic applicants for the position of head men and women's coach. This is a full-time staff position plus benefits. (NAIA) More details HERE.

Assistant Track Coach, Part-Time, Not Benefit Eligible (Pole Vault) (Grinnell College / Grinnell, IA): This position will be responsible for assisting the head track and field coach with all aspects of practice, preparation, coaching, and competition planning with regards to the pole vault group. (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant Track Coach, Term, Not Benefit Eligible (Sprints and Hurdles) (Grinnell College / Grinnell): This position will be responsible for assisting the head track and field coach with all aspects of practice, preparation, coaching, and competition planning. (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine/ Head Athletic Trainer (Elizabeth City State University / Elizabeth City, NC): The Assistant Athletic Director of Sports Medicine/Head Athletic Trainer provides professional health care, instruction, prevention, rehabilitation, first aid, injury assessment, and counseling. More details HERE.

Graduate Assistant for Compliance and Event Management (Southern Wesleyan University / Central): In the beautiful upstate region of South Carolina; NCAA Div II/Conference Carolinas. Assists Assoc. AD with compliance and event management. Compensation is 50% grad tuition discount & $5,000 stipend. More details HERE.

Assistant Manager of Events and Rentals (Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) / Cambridge, MA): Will work in conjunction with MIT departments, students, faculty, and staff in the planning and management of their events; coordinate event support services with all appropriate providers. (DIII) More details HERE.

Senior Associate Athletic Director Strategic Initiatives & Leadership (Bucknell University / Lewisburg, PA): Responsible for identifying and managing issues emerging within collegiate athletics. Responsibilities include managing the strategic planning initiatives of the department. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Trainer (University of Illinois Springfield / Springfield, IL): Assist in the prevention, management, and care of injuries encountered in competitive athletics More details HERE.

Associate Athletic Trainer (The Catholic University of America / Washington, DC): This position is responsible for planning, coordinating and implementing programs for the prevention, evaluation and rehabilitative treatment to athletes involved in athletics at the University. (DIII) More details HERE.

Head Women's Basketball Coach (Spalding University / Louisville, KY): FT Coach/recruit for the program directly in line with all University, Conference and NCAA guidelines. Participate in the Saint Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference as a NCAA DIII member. (DIII) More details HERE.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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