#10: Gannon FB defensive coordinator Nardo is leaving to assume the same role at Oklahoma State (DI). (link) |
#9: Wingate elevates Assoc. HC Tekavec to succeed outgoing HC Collier. (link) |
#8: Pittsburg State selects KOAM TV Sports Director Lenard as its new Assoc. AD for Fan Engagement. (link) |
#7: MSU Mankato will unveil its new indoor golf training facility on Friday. (link) |
#6: Barton appoints Deputy AD and Chief Compliance Officer Woodhull-Smith as Interim AD. President Searcy: "Britney's (Woodhull-Smith) knowledge of Barton's athletic programs and her leadership experience during her tenure at Barton will serve the College well during this time of transition." (link)
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#5: Central State President Thomas faces the prospect of being put on administrative leave as an investigation of complaints filed by five female employees continues. (link) |
#4: CCAA Commissioner Cox will retire at the end of the academic year, concluding his five-year tenure leading the conference. Cal Poly Humboldt President/CCAA Board of Presidents Chair Jackson: "When individuals, other leaders, and the CCAA campuses look back and reflect on how the CCAA has positively evolved, we will see the genuine and professional influence of Mitch Cox. His passion for athletics, helping others, making things work, and ensuring our student-athletes had an opportunity not only to compete but succeed in the classroom was incredible. The CCAA is what it is today because of Mitch." (link)
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#3: Walsh announces Xavier Louisiana (NAIA) AD Cochran as its new AD, effective February 6. WU President Collins: "After an extensive review of nearly 40 incredible candidates from across the country, Nathan's enthusiastic leadership style coupled with an amazing professional track record set him apart. He is an exemplary leader and follower who shares our commitment to furthering the largest leadership laboratory on campus and contributing to the work of building Walsh 4.0. We are pleased to welcome this leader, this athlete, this scholar to the President's Cabinet as we build a 'best-in-class' intercollegiate athletic program alongside his amazing colleagues in our Athletic Department. It's a pivotal time for Walsh University athletics as we grow our portfolio of competitive athletic programming with the addition of women's STUNT and men's sprint football... we thank Our Lady of Perpetual Help for her intercession in guiding Nate to Cav Nation... Swords Up!" (link)
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#2: Shorter will join Conference Carolinas in 2024-25 as its 15th full-member as the conference is set to bring back FB in 2025. Commissioner Colvin: "The addition of Shorter University allows us the opportunity to add another institution that aligns tremendously with our conference beliefs and values, while also being a first-class institution with a commitment to a strong athletics program. They also accomplish our overall goal of continuing to make our conference stronger, particularly with our recent announcement of our commitment to a three-division model in certain sports. [...] It has been a priority for us to find a way to bring football back to Conference Carolinas, and the addition of Shorter allows us to align with our member institutions to sponsor the sport." (link)
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#1: Lincoln (MO) will exit the MIAA for the GLVC, becoming the conference's 15th full-member effective 2024-25. Lincoln President Moseley: "This is a significant day for the future of Lincoln University. This puts us in a position athletically where we've leveled the playing field by realigning ourselves with others of similar size and similar fiscal commitment. This will also give us the opportunity to compete and recruit in areas where Lincoln already has a large alumni base." (link)
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