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Jamestown (NAIA) has applied to move to NCAA DII and join the NSIC, per AD Austin Hieb, who stated: “We are exploring the opportunity, and in order to fully explore the opportunity, we needed to submit an application. We are still evaluating everything. We think we owe it to our students and to our student-athletes to explore possible options in the geographical footprint of the NSIC.” (link)

From yesterday’s NSIC Congressional Engagement Listening Session, NCAA President Charlie Baker and Senator John Thune (R-SD) agreed with the desire for federal legislation to avoid pay for play and student-athletes being classified as employees, preempt state legislation and create an NIL registry. Baker is hopeful for an NCAA and federal solution to be passed this year regarding recruitment and transparency, adding that he believes the dust will settle and noise will clear some on the transfer portal issues as student-athletes will be able to conduct a more normal recruiting cycle and visits and: “We’re going to end up with something that looks a little more like a federation and less like everyone playing under the same rules for everyone.” (link, link, link - full session) More comments:

+ Southwestern Minnesota State AD Jennifer Flowers on the reality for employment: “The impact that it will have on Olympic sports, women’s sports. We just celebrated 50 years of Title IX, and all of that progress in my opinion will be defeated instantaneously if we go to an employment model. There’s not a financial model, at least that our institution right now can come up with, that would have any chance of supporting our student-athletes being employees.”

+ Augustana Volleyball student-athlete Erika Bute: “My sport is so much more than just about making money; it’s about other opportunities, too. As a female athlete, Title IX has given us so many incredible opportunities, and it could be frustrating if we implement something that disrupts that progress.”

+ Concordia-St. Paul Football student-athlete Davaris Cheeks voiced concerns about NIL opportunities being “taken away before we really even have the chance to take advantage of those,” the possibility of being terminated as an employee and the state employment and minimum wage differences that would be critical if such a model were instituted.

+ Summit League (DI) Commissioner Josh Fenton: “I’m concerned that we’re starting to untether the components of that multifaceted experience. I think our inflexibility of our structure, how we are structured as college sports, is preventing us from making decisions on what’s in the true best interest of our student-athletes. Much of the challenges that we’re in, legal in particular, realignment decisions, significant decision a couple weeks ago that you’re all aware of, primarily being driven by the economics at the highest level. […] At the end of the day, it’s about their experience. We’re in the human development business and so if we can't address our industry, Divisions I, II and III, then we’ve lost sight of what we’ve been for many decades and I’m concerned and a little nervous that we’re starting to teeter on the edge of untethering that multifaceted curricular experience.”

INFLCR Founder Jim Cavale and former Penn (DI)/NFL linebacker Brandon Copeland have launched Athletes.org, a free membership organization open to all student-athletes that provides on-demand support as they navigate college experience. The platform also serves as a way to discuss the future of college sports. On3’s Pete Nakos explains that student-athletes who join “will have access to ask any question to the app, interact with a pro bono expert and view a registry of AO-verified agents and collectives. While AO is not a union, it does aim to educate athletes on the current issues facing college sports and create chapters based on sports and conferences. Cavale: “There are a lot of things happening in college sports. NIL and the transfer portal are only the beginning of where we are headed. There have been associations for the colleges, coaches and even the athletic directors for a long time. It’s a time where athletes need to finally have their own association.” Cavale also points out that AO is a nonprofit entity and is funded by a group of strategic partners. Cavale declined to identify any partners other than On3. Lots more. (link, link)

Deals, Deals, Deals:

+ The CIAA partners with Prolink and Athlete Network for student-athlete experience support. Commissioner Jacqie McWilliams Parker: “The student-athlete experience, voice and well-being are central to all we do in the CIAA. We sincerely appreciate Prolink’s commitment to bringing new efficiencies to our operations so we can maximize our resources for our institutions and our athletes. Athlete Network will help us extend career opportunities and amplify student-athlete voices in new ways for all our athletes. It’s an example of true generational impact.” (link)

+ Wayne State (MI) inks with Nike via BSN SPORTS. (link)

+ St. Cloud State launches an NIL marketplace via Opendorse. (link)

It’s Personnel:

+ SIAC Assoc. Commissioner of Communications/SWA Tyler Williams is headed to the Collegiate Conference of the South (DIII) as Assoc. Commissioner. (link)

+ Alaska Fairbanks names UAF Student CARE and Outreach Coordinator Lena Krutikov as its new Asst. AD for Athletics Academic Services. (link)

+ Barry Director of Student Life and Recreation Mark Stevenson has been elevated to Assoc. AD/Campus Recreation & Special Events. (link) 

Seton Hill promotes Women’s Basketball AC Maeve Gallagher to HC. (link)

Coaches.wire:

+ Lane taps prep and club coach Carl Bowie as Track & Field/Cross Country HC. (link)

+ MSU Denver names Midland (NAIA) Men’s and Women’s Tennis HC Bruno Campos to the same post. (link)

+ Regis Baseball HC Drew LaComb is headed to Air Force (DI) as an AC and will be replaced on an interim basis by AC Patrick Jolley. (link)

+ Carson-Newman taps Track & Field Distance Assistant Whitney Lee as Interim Men’s and Women’s Cross Country HC. (link)

+ Minot State elevates Graduate Assistant Steven Schultz to Interim Men’s & Women’s Cross Country HC. (link)

+ Belmont Abbey removes the interim tag from Cheerleading HC Kaylan Puckett. (link)

Quick Hits:

+ Findlay refreshes its website via SIDEARM Sports. (link)

+ Frostburg State unveils a redesigned mascot: Bob E. Cat. (link)

+ Alaska Fairbanks redid its hardwood. (link)

+ HBCU Gameday produces a 30-minute, Hard Knocks-style documentary on Johnson C. Smith Football. (link)

More Higher Ed:

+ St. Cloud State proposes cutting an additional 19 faculty positions and its theater program amid a $24M budget deficit. Enrollment is down ~6K students (38%) in the past decade. (link, link)

+ Winona State avoids a strike by reaching an agreement with the statewide Administrative and Service Faculty union. (link)

+ Mercy has transitioned from College to University. (link)

+ Wisconsin-Parkside is considering furloughs as part of a plan to reduce spending by 10% in order to address a $4M deficit. (link)

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(NEW!) Assistant Director of Graphic Design (SMU / Dallas, TX): Assistant Director of Graphic Design will play a crucial role in executing the SMU Athletic Department's digital, marketing, & social media strategy, to establish SMU as a leader in college sports. (DI) More details HERE.

(NEW!) Assistant Softball Coach (Purdue University Northwest / Hammond, IN): Serve as Assistant Softball Coach reporting to the Head Softball Coach. Assist head coach in the planning, organizing, and coaching of the softball team Strong knowledge of softball skills. More details HERE.

(NEW!) Head Stunt Coach (Purdue University Northwest / Hammond, IN): Serve as Head Coach for the Stunt program and develop the foundation for the NCAA Division II STUNT program! Plan, organize, recruit and develop the Stunt, Cheer and Dance programs. More details HERE.

(NEW!) Head Women's Ice Hockey Coach (Purdue University Northwest / Hammond, IN): Serve as Head Women's Ice Hockey Coach develop the foundation for an American Collegiate Hockey Association Division 1 team! Plan, organize, recruit and develop the Women's Ice Hockey programs. More details HERE.

Men's and Women's Track & Field Graduate Assistant Coach (Wisconsin Lutheran College / Milwaukee, WI): 24-month position, starts 9/1/23. Assist w/ the program, including recruiting, coaching & planning. $17,500 stipend & daily meals. Submit cover letter, resume and references to charles.woodall@wlc.edu More details HERE.

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.

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.

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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