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Lewis AD John Planek will exit for the same role at Dominican (DIII) after 12 years leading the Flyers. Planek: "With back-to-back record enrollment for first-year students at Dominican and an administration that is motivated to be athletically successful, this opportunity in my own backyard makes this a great fit for me personally and professionally." (link)

NCAA President Charlie Baker in last week’s Senate Judiciary Committee hearing asked Congress to “codify current regulatory guidance into law by granting student-athletes special status that would affirm they are not employees,” and Sportico’s Michael McCann observes: “There’s a risk for the NCAA in making this request: Why would Congress craft a new, ‘special status’ for college athletes as non-employees if, as the NCAA has argued in court, college athletes aren’t employees under existing law? No special status would be needed – unless the athletes are, in fact, employees. … It’s a two-step dance that might cause the NCAA to trip. Expect attorneys representing college athletes to cite Baker’s testimony in written motions and during oral depositions of witnesses (potentially including Baker), conference executives and athletic directors. The NCAA, those attorneys will maintain, has now effectively conceded college athletes meet employment criteria. … One point is clear: The NCAA and its member colleges are running out of time before a massive shift occurs and a court deems potentially hundreds of thousands of college athletes employees. The NCAA banking on Congress—which doesn’t even have a Speaker of the House, is as politically divided as ever and is entering a contentious presidential election year—doesn’t seem like a wise bet. The NCAA should instead step up and change its rules.” (link)

Georgia College is launching a new Bobcat Athletic Association through GCSU’s university foundation to support scholarships, assistant coaching positions and facility upgrades. AD Wendell Staton: “We know where we are. We need more external funds. This is a very strategic move to do that. Primarily in scholarships. We compete in a league where we give the lowest amount of scholarships. We have the lowest amount of personnel. We have to change that if we are going to be able to compete at a higher level. That takes money. … Ultimately, we’d like to be at the top of [scholarships offered.] We’ll see where this thing takes us. The better the talent-level, the better product you are going to put out on the field.” The shift comes as athletics moved out from the student life umbrella and now reports directly to President Cathy Cox. On the possibility of program expansion, Staton: “We have to get competitive where we are before we try to branch out. We haven’t taken care of it like we need to, and this gives us a chance to do that.” (link)

The latest Field Hockey Rankings have Shippensburg and Assumption atop their respective regions. (link) The first Football (link), Men’s Soccer (link) and Women’s Soccer (link) regional rankings are out and listed in alphabetical order. 

It’s Personnel:

+ Fort Valley State FAR Jerry Haywood Jr. has been named to serve on the DII Management Council starting in January. (link)

+ Palm Beach Atlantic Women’s Lacrosse HC Katy Richardson is stepping down after two seasons due to health reasons. (link)

Facility Features:

+ D’Youville opens its Esports arena. (link)

+ Minnesota State Mankato will rename its outdoor Track & Field facility after legendary HC Mark Schuck this weekend. (link)

+ Fairmont State will rename its swimming facility after legendary HC Steve Mahaney. (link)

Deal Digest:

+ The MIAA partners with Rocket Alumni Solutions as the league’s Official Interactive Athletic Awards Partner. (link)

+ Rogers State teams up with SwingU to provide advanced statistics for its Women’s Golf program. (link)

Quick Hits:

+ The ECC rolls out a redesigned website via SIDEARM Sports. (link)

+ Savannah State and Winston-Salem State will host on-campus tapings of ESPN’s First Take featuring alums Shannon Sharpe and Stephen A. Smith, respectively. (link)

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(NEW!) Director of Sports Medicine (Gettysburg College / Gettysburg, PA): Gettysburg College is seeking a Director of Sports Medicine. The Director oversees all aspects of the athletics training program, including 4 FT assistants, for over 650 student-athletes in 24 sports. (DIII) More details HERE.

(NEW!) Assistant Men’s Lacrosse Coach (Bucknell University / Lewisburg, PA): Assist in coaching training and practice sessions, ensuring that all appropriate safety guidelines and standards are maintained. Attend coaches' preparatory meetings and implement strategies. (DI) More details HERE.

Associate Director of Athletics, Facilities and Events (Johns Hopkins University / Baltimore, MD): The Johns Hopkins University Department of Athletics and Recreation seeks an innovative, forward-thinking, and entrepreneurial leader who can oversee and execute event operations. (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Director, Compliance (University of New Mexico / Albuquerque, NM): Administers NCAA & Mountain West Conference compliance for 18 Division 1 athletic programs. Monitors adherence to NCAA and MWC rules, regulations, & eligibility. (DI) More details HERE.

Facilities and Game Operations Coordinator (Presbyterian College / Clinton, SC): This position assists Athletic Facilities Supervisor in management of athletic facilities and game management. Will ensure the venues are prepared for practice, competition, and non-athletic events. (DI) To apply, e-mail: hr@presby.edu

Head Coach for Men's Lacrosse (Emmanuel University / Franklin Springs, GA): Full-time Head Coach to lead our Lacrosse program to the next level. Our rural campus is located in northeast GA with easy access to city amenities. Check us out to see if you're ready to be a Lion! More details HERE.

Executive Director (Blueprint Sports / Fayetteville, AR): The Executive Director of this Power 5 University will be responsible for the management, leadership, revenue generation, strategy, and administrative relationship representing this collective. (DI) More details HERE.

MBB Athletic Media Specialist,Sr (New Mexico State / Las Cruces, NM): Maintains, develops and enhances media relationships, writes news releases; researches and prepares background and briefing materials for interactions with MBB and Baseball. (DI) More details HERE.

Associate Athletic Director for Compliance and Student Success (Lincoln University of Missouri / Jefferson City, MO): The Associate Athletics Director for Compliance and Student Success/SWA is charged with executing the day-to-day management and operation of the athletics compliance office. More details HERE.

Associate Director of Athletics for Compliance (Princeton University / Princeton, NJ): Oversee NCAA eligibility & compliance, Ivy League compliance, NIL & rules education. Candidate must understand the fundamental role that athletics plays in the education of the student-athlete. (DI) More details HERE.

Director of Baseball Operations (Kansas Athletics, Inc. / Lawrence, KS): Kansas Baseball is hiring for a Director of Operations to join their team! This role will support the Head Coach and manage all operational matters related to the baseball program. (DI) More details HERE.

Head Athletic Trainer (Adams State University / Alamosa, CO): As a direct report to the Director of Athletics, the fundamental responsibilities of the Head Athletic Trainer position includes managing all aspects of the Athletic Training Room. More details HERE.

Director of Athletics and Recreation (University of California Santa Cruz / Santa Cruz, CA): UCSC seeks a director of athletics and recreation. Apply by 11/8/23 via the Spelman Johnson website at https://apptrkr.com/4680764. Salary range is $165,000 to $200,000 annually. (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach (St. Edward's University / Austin, TX): This position will assist with the design, implementation, development, and management of individual and group strength and conditioning programs for both men and women student-athletes. More details HERE.

Head STUNT Coach (St. Edward's University / Austin, TX): Provide vision and leadership in the development and administration of a competitive and inclusive Division II STUNT Program within the guidelines of the university, Lone Star Conference and NCAAII. More details HERE.

Athletic Operations Coordinator (Lake Erie College / Painesville, OH): The coordinator is responsible for, but not limited to, the day-to-day duties of overseeing the areas of the athletics facilities’ office, game/event operations and department of athletics student. More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Director for Compliance (Missouri Southern State University / Joplin, MO): This position monitors, directs, reports and ensures compliance in the intercollegiate athletics program in accordance with NCAA, MIAA, and MSSU rules for all 15 NCAA DII sports and the spirit squad. More details HERE.

Head Women's Lacrosse Coach (Pfeiffer University / Misenheimer, NC): Responsible for all functions relating to the management and development of a successful Division III Women’s Lacrosse program, including recruiting, budgeting, scheduling, and player development. (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Trainer (Pace University / Pleasantville, NY): This position will assist the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine in the overall management of the athletic training room operations. More details HERE.

Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach (Lynn University / Boca Raton, FL): This position will help organize and design strength programs for assigned sports. Will also work in conjunction with coaches and athletic trainers and assist in training of student athletes. More details HERE.

Athletic Director (The College of Wooster / Wooster, OH): The Director of Athletics (AD) serves as the senior administrator for the NCAA Division III intercollegiate athletics program and campus recreation (intramural) programs. (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Director for Strategic Communications & Operations (University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) / Springfield, IL): Oversight & supervision of athletics marketing communication, including the athletics website, social media, and home event management. More details HERE.

Head Athletic Trainer (Meredith College / Raleigh, NC): Oversight of all aspects of the athletic training department for 11 varsity women's teams. NCAA D3. Full-time 11-month position (off in July). Beautiful campus in the heart of Raleigh, NC. (DIII) More details HERE.

Development Coordinator (Fresno State Bulldog Foundation / Fresno, CA): Join our Bulldog Team! Renew and solicit new annual fund donors, assist with graphic design/social media, and with donor events. Build a great foundation for a future in athletic development. (DI) More details HERE.

Director of Development / Assistant Athletics Director (Fresno State Bulldog Foundation / Fresno, CA): Join the Red Wave working in development activities: major gifts for capital projects, sport specific, endowment fund, and the annual fund. Position supervises two Bulldog Foundation staff members. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Director, Ticket Sales & Retention (Auburn University / Auburn, AL): The Coordinator of Ticket Sales is responsible for selling a full menu of ticket options to athletics events and soliciting contributions to Tigers Unlimited Foundation. (DI) More details HERE.

Athletics Strength, Conditioning and Fitness Specialist (Wayne State University / Detroit, MI): Assist the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach in the improvement of the physical development and overall performance of all varsity sport student-athletes through sports-specific training. More details HERE.

Assistant Director of Athletics Facilities and Operations (Dartmouth College / Hanover, NH): Leads and manages the daily operations and maintenance of Athletics buildings, including access to facilities, maintenance scheduling and oversight, general housekeeping and event support. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Men's Lacrosse Coach (Bucknell University / Lewisburg, PA): Responsible for on-field coaching and recruitment of academically-qualified student athletes for a NCAA Division I men's lacrosse program, within the guidelines, rules, and regulations. (DI) More details HERE.

Director of Athletics and Recreation (Southern Connecticut State University / New Haven, CT): Lead a comprehensive and competitive program that won 10 NE10 Conference Championships in the last 2 years and join a dynamic university highly committed to graduating students and changing lives. More details HERE.

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