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NCAA President Charlie Baker during this week’s Globe Summit in Boston explained his responsibility during this transformational time in the industry: “More than anything, it should be that I’ll find ways to create what I’d describe as common ground, and get us to the place where we make decisions before things happen as opposed to reacting and responding when something happens.” Baker also restated his position lamenting the lack of “framework” and “transparency,” adding: “it’s virtually impossible for a student-athlete or their family to know if what someone is telling them is true or not -- an agent, a rep -- and that bothers me.” (link) 

Gulf South Commissioner Matt Wilson tells Main Street Sports Today: “For us, it’s super important to keep that tight geography. We’re expanding our geography a little bit [adding Trevecca Nazarene], but we’re really excited about where that addition may lead us down the road in the future. I’m optimistic over the next 18 to 24 months that the Gulf South won’t be 12 members. There will be more.” On the league’s media rights deal with FloSports, Wilson believes soccer, baseball and softball will be added “sooner than later as AI camera technology takes over and makes it easier and better for folks to do things.” (link)

The NCAA “should be worried” about how yesterday’s class certification hearing before U.S. District Court Judge Claudia Wilken played out, according to Sportico’s Michael McCann and Daniel Libit. Steve Berman and Jeffrey Kessler, attorneys for the plaintiffs in House v. NCAA, argued the thousands of student-athletes who missed out on NIL before 2021 should be included in the suit. NCAA attorney Rakesh Kilaru, per McCann and Libit, contended that if NIL had been allowed before 2021, student-athletes would have earned different amounts, leading some to remain in school rather than turn pro. For instance, based on some calculations, some college athletes could earn as much as $400K, which might have convinced them to stay. Therefore, Kilaru asserted the suit can’t be class-action since it’s impossible to know to whom it would apply. Wilken, per McCann, basically countered that she wouldn’t engage in alternate histories. Wilken is likely to issue a decision in the coming weeks. Lots more. (link, link); U.S. District Court Judge Claudia Wilken has granted class-action status in House v. NCAA for the injunctive-relief portion regarding the association’s NIL rules, per USA Today’s Steve Berkowitz. In response, the NCAA tells Berkowitz: “We expected the order and look forward to defending our rules in court as part of our continued focus on student-athletes.” (link)

The NCAA Committee on Competitive Safeguards and Medical Aspects of Sports (CSMAS) has recommended that cannabinoids be removed from the list of NCAA banned drug classes. The committee explains the removal acknowledges the ineffectiveness of existing policy, affirms the role of the NCAA drug-testing program to address only performance-enhancing substances, and emphasizes the importance of moving toward a harm-reduction strategy that prioritizes education and support at the school level over penalties. CSMAS also approved revisions to a variety of concussion resources, including the Concussion Safety Protocol Checklist, the Concussion Safety Protocol Template and the Concussion Fact Sheets. Updates to the checklist included clarifications about stepwise approaches to return to sport, inclusion of the clinical office-based evaluation tool Sport Concussion Office Assessment Tool 6, and additional post-concussion management guidance. Finally, the committee continued to review recommendations from the NCAA Mental Health Advisory Group on how to update the NCAA Mental Health Best Practices resource and will weigh a final draft of the updated document at its December meeting. (link)

Catawba has announced it will add men’s volleyball as its 24th varsity intercollegiate sport with the inaugural season of competition set to begin in January 2025. The program will begin play as an independent, joining other independent regional institutions such as Limestone, Lincoln Memorial, Queens and Tusculum, while regularly competing with schools from Conference Carolinas. (link)

Facilities & Fundraising:

+ Augusta unveils plans for a number of upgrades to Christenberry Fieldhouse that will include the new Harris Sports Performance Center, updated mezzanines, larger donor spaces, a new sound system and lighting and more. AD Ryan Erlacher: "The exterior renovations to Christenberry Fieldhouse will elevate our arena to rival some of the best in the NCAA DII landscape. We wanted an impressive, modern, and sleek design that would not only welcome in our students, fans, and supporters, but also create a more exciting atmosphere during gamedays. The much-needed refresh will provide students with a top-quality experience while participating in events on the Forest Hills Campus." (link)

+ Drury’s Champions Challenge raised over $288K from more than 900 donors. (link) 

+ Bowie State cut the ribbon on its new Kevin Durant Court. (link)

Deals, Deals, Deals:

+ The SIAC has joined the ACC’s football officiating alliance that includes the ACC, Big South and OVC, CAA, Ivy League, NEC and Patriot League. The SIAC is the first conference consisting mostly of HBCUs to join a football officiating alliance. (link)

+ The MIAA extends its relationship with the U.S. Council for Athletes’ Health (USCAH) to provide athletic healthcare services to the conference and its member institutions. (link)

+ Eastern New Mexico launches its University NIL Marketplace, powered by Opendorse. (link)

More Higher Ed:

+ Nova Southeastern President George Hanbury will step down January 1, 2025 and be succeeded by EVP/COO Harry Moon. (link) 

+ Fitch Ratings predicts more colleges will close, merge or significantly restructure operations due to enrollment declines and market pressures such as wage growth and increases in energy costs. From a report released Wednesday: “The higher education landscape remains bifurcated. Institutions without strong brands that are located in markets with the steepest drop in college-aged population are the most vulnerable to enrollment declines. These markets also often have a multitude of public and private institutions competing vigorously for a shrinking pool of students.” The report also observes that “revenue growth prospects are relatively limited for now” at small, nonselective private colleges and some public regional universities. (link)

+ More than 20 HBCU presidents have left their jobs since 2022, and Best Colleges’ Pamela “Safisha Nzingha” Hill cites several reasons for the trend, which include conflicts with governing boards, job demands, financial constraints and resource allocation. Former Dillard (NAIA) President Walter Kimbrough tells Hill: “The average candidate for a presidency really does not understand how hard the job is, especially in this political climate. People are sometimes too hungry to be a president without being discerning enough to know if that presidency is best for them.” More. (link)

+ West Texas A&M ups the goal for its One West campaign to $175M by the end of 2025 as WT has raised over $150M. (link)

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(NEW!) Director of Athletics (Wofford College / Spartanburg, SC): The Director of Athletics is responsible for providing leadership, strategic vision, direction and management for the college’s athletics program. (DI) More details HERE.

(NEW!) Senior Associate Athletic Director of Development (George Mason University / Fairfax, VA): George Mason University, assisted with search by Renaissance Search & Consulting, seeks a Senior Associate Athletic Director of Development. Apply for position # FA67KZ at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. EOE (DI) More details HERE.

(NEW!) Director of Women's Hockey (College Hockey Inc. / Remote (ideally in a hockey-oriented locale)): Ideal candidate is a highly motivated entrepreneurial person capable of identifying, creating, and pursuing initiatives designed to raise the profile and expand the exposure of women’s college hockey. More details HERE.

(NEW!) Athletic Trainer (Tufts University / Medford, MA): Provide quality athletic training services to all student athletes involved in intercollegiate & select club sports. Provide appropriate sports medicine coverage at assigned practices & events. (DIII) More details HERE.

Head Coach for Men’s Cross Country and Track and Field (Haverford College / Haverford, PA): Haverford College invites applications to our available full time (at least 37.5 hours per week), exempt, benefits-eligible Head Coach for Men’s Cross Country and Track and Field position. (DIII) More details HERE.

Men’s and Women’s Golf Graduate Assistant (St. Mary's University / San Antonio, TX): Assist the Director of Golf with daily tasks, including administration, coaching, and recruiting. Traveling with the Golf teams is required. $1,000 stipend per semester. To apply, e-mail your resume to: cmccarthy@stmarytx.edu

Assistant Athletics Director of Community Partnerships and Revenue Generation (Cal Poly Humboldt / Arcata, CA): Assistant Athletics Director of Community Partnerships and Revenue Generation – Intercollegiate Athletics F/T position in Intercollegiate Athletics. First review, 9/23/2023. Open until filled. More details HERE.

Coordinator, Athletics Advancement & Athletics Friends Groups (Princeton University / Princeton, NJ): This position supports the overall function of the Athletics Advancement team emphasizing on the oversight of communications & annual events for the 18 sport-specific varsity Athletics Friends Groups. (DI) More details HERE.

Associate Athletic Director of Facilities and Operations (Barton College / Wilson, NC): Leadership/oversight for all game-day operations, daily scheduling/ maintenance of athletic facilities, revenue generation re: ticket sales, camps/conferences/etc. Serves on Ath. Sr Leadership Team. More details HERE.

Coordinator of Operations and Events (Bucknell University / Lewisburg, PA): Serve as a game day events manager for various athletic events. Work closely with various University offices, the coaching staff, student-athletes, outside groups, and spectators. (DI) More details HERE.

Deputy Director of Athletics for Student Services and Compliance (Northwest Missouri State University / Maryville, MO): This position will serve as an integral part of the department's leadership team, focused on NCAA DII compliance issues. More details HERE.

Account Executive DII/DIII (Teamworks / Remote): We are looking for a confident, enthusiastic Account Executive to play a critical role in growing the company's footprint in Collegiate Division II/III athletics. More details HERE.

Director of Athletics (University of Washington / Seattle, WA): UW seeks an experienced, innovative leader to direct a comprehensive intercollegiate athletics program, while demonstrating a commitment to a program of academic and competitive success. (DI) More details HERE.

Athletic Trainer (Rochester Institute of Technology / Rochester, NY): The Athletic Trainer supports the medical needs for all 22 intercollegiate NCAA Division III sports and 2 Division I sports (men’s and women’s ice hockey). (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Director for Compliance and Academic Services (Missouri Southern State University / Joplin, MO): The Assistant Athletic Director for Compliance and Academic Services leads the efforts to ensure the Athletic Department maintains NCAA, MIAA, and MSSU compliance for MSSU's 15 Division II sports. More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Director of Development (University of Central Missouri / Warrensburg, MO): Serves as UCM Athletics' lead on Mule Train (annual fund), signature events, donor hospitality and engagement, and coordinates with AVP on awarding endowed scholarships. More details HERE.

Director for Communications and Broadcasting (San Jose State University / San Jose, CA): Serve as the men's basketball communications contact, strategy into increased video production efforts needed for MW Network production, and cover additional sports as assigned from communications. (DI) More details HERE.

Head Women's Softball Coach/Instructor for Physical Education (Claremont-Mudd-Scripps Athletics / Claremont, CA): This head coaching position manages all facets of the women’s softball program. Teaching responsibilities include instruction in PE courses. Full-time, non-tenure track, athletic faculty appointment. (DIII) More details HERE.

Associate Athletic Director, Facilities Operations and Event Management (Wayne State University / Detroit, MI): This position oversees the day-to-day operations of all athletic facilities, event management, budgets for athletic facilities, and capital building projects. This position reports to the AD. More details HERE.

Director of Development, Annual Fund (Montana State University / Bozeman, MT): The position is responsible for overseeing, promoting and expanding the Bobcat Athletic Scholarship Fund for Bobcat Athletics. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Trainer (Radford University / Radford, VA): The Assistant Athletic Trainer will assist in the daily health care of student athletes and Sports Medicine Facility operation under the direction of the Associate AD for Sports Medicine. (DI) More details HERE.

Director of Highlander Club (Radford University / Radford, VA): The Director of the Highlander Club is responsible for the strategic planning, communication, organization, and oversight of the Radford Athletics Highlander Club. (DI) More details HERE.

Senior Associate Athletic Director (Boston University / Boston, MA): Oversees and directs all academic, compliance, social and community related activities for student-athletes, including leadership, career development and performance & wellness. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Women's Lacrosse Coach (Bucknell University / Lewisburg, PA): As a part of the Department of Athletics and Recreation, be responsible for working closely with the Head Coach on administering phases of this varsity intercollegiate sport program. (DI) More details HERE.

Associate Athletic Director for Revenue Generation (UW-Parkside Athletics / Kenosha, WI): The Asst. AD For Revenue Generation will provide leadership and strategic direction for all revenue-generating aspects within Athletics. Areas include sponsorships, fundraising, and ticketing. More details HERE.

Assistant Commissioner for External Relations (South Atlantic Conference / Rock Hill, SC): The position is primarily responsible for the implementation of a comprehensive external relations plan that promotes and aligns with the league's overall mission and strategic goals. More details HERE.

Associate Director of Marketing For Gameday Events (Loyola University Maryland / Baltimore, MD): Develop marketing plans focused on increasing attendance and further enhancing the image of Loyola Athletics. Plan, script and execute time lines for all home events that have been widely recognized! (DI) More details HERE.

Business Manager (Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) / Norfolk, VA): Looking for an experienced Business Manager to oversee the finances of our conference office. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in all matters of business. (DI) More details HERE.

Financial Analyst (Athletics Operations) (University of Minnesota Duluth / Duluth, MN): Ongoing financial & operational activities for UMD Athletics which includes monthly financial reporting, reconciliation, review, and analysis of budgets. More details HERE.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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