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Cal State Monterey Bay AD Kirby Garry chats with BOSCA Founder Jim Abbott about his journey to leading the Otters, his tenure, priorities for CSUMB and D2 ADA, industry challenges and more. As president of D2 ADA, the organization’s priorities are to continue the momentum around mentoring, with over 30 sitting ADs going through their program, and the update to the DII model department document (which can be found here). On NIL, Garry points to new commissioner Allen Hardison’s pro sports background and the league’s desire to best position itself to compare to the Big West (DI), adding: “Some of the best in our league and on our campuses are finding themselves leaving to go to a Division I school and oftentimes we hear NIL. Okay, well, do we have a program? Yes. Is it really successful in terms of money that is going to student-athletes? Probably not, but can we grow our programs on our campus, or as a conference to retain and recruit who we always have got to come to our institutions? We need to be in the game, for sure.” On the legal challenges for the NCAA and conversations in D.C.,: “I truly believe [NCAA President Charlie Baker] understands what small college athletics is. … He knows it, sees it, senses it. Can he manage the narrative? That’s what we’ve got to figure out, but I think he’s working hard at it. … Generally speaking, we’ve got to carve out space for Division II, Division III and probably half of Division I to operate in a way that’s not one size fits all.” More. (link)

The NCAA argues in a filing to the U.S. Ninth Circuit that the court should hear its appeal in the House v. NCAA class certification case because “denial of this petition would be the death knell of this litigation,” and Sportico’s Michael McCann points out that use of the phrase “death knell” is not an accident. “The petition’s use of the dramatic phrase ‘death knell’ was made with precedent in mind. In 2005, the Ninth Circuit held that while an interlocutory review of a class action ought to be a ‘rare occurrence,’ it is justified when there is a ‘presence of a death knell situation for either party absent review.’” The petition also rebukes U.S. District Judge Claudia Wilken’s decision, claiming it demonstrates a misunderstanding and misapplication of the requirements for class certification. “Few things are more individualized than one’s NIL. Some star quarterbacks and individual gymnasts have received substantial NIL compensation; thousands of other athletes have received nothing.” The NCAA and Power 5 also maintain there is no way to determine the economic value of an athlete’s NIL unless it is done on an individual basis. (link)

U.S. Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) joined NBC News’ Chuck Todd to discuss their bipartisan bill (along with Senator Jerry Moran [R-KS]) and the creation of a College Athletics Corporation. Booker tells Todd: “I think college football and college sports in general is in crisis right now. We all see it, and this is nothing new that the almighty dollar has been controlling the game. We've seen time and time again over the years how that's been most often the most important principle, not the well-being of athletes. What we want to do is put athletes at the center of this finally, not only just empowering them with NIL rules but protecting them from a lot of the – frankly, exploitation – that we’ve seen over the years.” Booker also believes Congress should stay out of realignment as of right now but acknowledges it’s “very frustrating,” but “in the same way as a football player we know the story of Teddy Roosevelt saving college football, we have a role to play to protect folks.” Ultimately, Booker notes whatever action is taken will have to get 60 votes in the Senate, so “we’re not going to solve every problem.” Blumenthal adds: “I think there are limits to what Congress can and should do in this area, but I think really what’s most important is keeping our eye on the ball. What’s best for the athletes? And it isn’t just more dollars in their pockets. It’s also educational outcomes, health outcomes.” Full Q&A. (link)

Heading into the Florida Beach Bowl, Fort Valley State AD Renae Myles Payne and Football HC Shawn Gibbs sat down with HBCU Pulse’s Randall Barnes to talk about the impact of the new bowl, goals for the Wildcats and more. Asked about the positioning of the bowl system versus the DII playoffs, Myles Payne: “We would want to be in Benedict’s position one day, unless they come up with the Beach Bowl is going to be similar to the Celebration Bowl and I don’t know if we’re there yet with the NCAA and the two commissioners having that conversation, but if we get to that point, then absolutely. That means the Beach Bowl would become the premier event for us in Division II. … To me, it’s tying everything up and saying this is getting our schools exposure, but also we’re leaving with a check. That’s what is most important. I’m excited about the exposure we’re going to get from this game, but us playing in this game means [Coach Gibbs] gets more scholarships, the possibility of being able to hire more staff. We’re not going to get that going into the playoffs.” FVSU currently offers 18 scholarships, on which Gibbs notes: “If we could get to 36 scholarships, that’s a whole other team. Imagine us doubling the amount of talent that we have. I believe we could compete with anybody in the country if we had the full amount being in the state of Georgia.” More. (link)

Postseason Updates:

+ Football quarterfinals are set for Saturday. (link)

+ Third round action in Men’s Soccer (link) and Women’s Soccer (link) is slated for Thursday and Friday.

+ Colorado School of Mines Asst. AD for Communications Tim Flynn suggests the NCAA’s partnership with Hudl, which was meant to expand access to DII games, is doing the opposite. “Lost 76% of our online viewing audience with the paywall today compared to last year’s NCAA second round game, plus our entire TV audience. We are getting a whopping 6% of the net revenue back. Not sure how that is extending the reach of Division II championships.” (link) 

Fundraising & Partnerships:

+ Embry-Riddle raised over $254K during its three fall fundraising events. (link)

+ Bemidji State launches a $150K, three-year fundraising campaign. (link)

+ The Peach Belt becomes the first conference to partner with Linius Technologies to provide its automated video highlight and content curation platform. (link)

Fairmont State Acrobatics and Tumbling student-athlete Peyton Barnes, Missouri-St. Louis Volleyball student-athlete Charlotte Richards and Central Missouri Track & Field student-athlete Madi Wulfekotter are the three DII finalists for the NCAA Woman of the Year award. (link) 

International student-athletes could be immediately considered in violation of their F-1 student visa in the event student-athletes are classified as employees, immigration attorney Ksenia Maiorova tells On3’s Eric Prisbell. In the event that happens, Maiorova believes the U.S. Department of Homeland Security would “have no choice but to take their heads out of the sand and actually consider how we change this.” From the university perspective, Maiorova remarks: “To the extent that I've brought it up to various stakeholders, that's just been kind of a novel concept for them – they just go, 'Oh, well, we haven't thought about that.’ I don't get the sense that a lot of institutions are aware of the immigration implications of this. … We’re facing largely the same issues that we’ve been facing when all this began. We’re getting a little bit more clarity as sort of the brain trust of attorneys that works on these issues comes together and figures out ways that we might be able to make it work for some athletes. But from a rules perspective, a government policy perspective, absolutely nothing has changed.” (link, link)

More Higher Ed:

+ Ohio Dominican President Connie Gallagher will retire next month. (link)

+ St. Cloud State President Robyn Wacker will step down in June 2024 after six years at the helm. (link)

+ Bluefield State President Robin Capehart apparently retired in the wake of a highly critical report from accreditor Higher Learning Commission, per the Parkersburg News and Sentinel. BSU alumnus and staffer Darrin Martin will serve as interim president. (link)

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(NEW!) Head Strength Coach (Texas A&M International University - Laredo, TX): The Head Strength Coach is responsible for the development and administration of individualized speed and strength conditioning programs for student- athletes to optimize performance. More details HERE.

(NEW!) Assistant Director, Athletics Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving (University of Chicago / Chicago, IL): Reporting to the Senior Associate Director of Development, Athletics and in coordination with Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving (AEAG), the Assistant Director, Athletics-Alumni Engagement. (DIII) More details HERE.

Director of Athletics (Millersville University / Millersville, PA): Director of Athletics (Millersville University): A 12-mo contract responsible for the organization and administration of the athletics’ program including; program, fiscal, facility & staff management. More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Director, Communications (Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute / Troy, NY): The Assistant Athletic Director for Communications assists with the day-to-day operations of the athletic department as well as program/coach evaluation & supervision. (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Trainer (Coastal Carolina University / Conway, SC): Coastal Carolina University is currently accepting applications for the following position: Assistant Athletic Trainer in the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Director, Sports Information (Texas A&M International University / Laredo, TX): Assists in publicity efforts for all sponsored sports, including writing press releases and feature stories. Produces and edits game programs, game notes, and media guides. More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Trainer (Lynn University / Boca Raton, FL): This position is responsible for all phases of the prevention, medical coverage, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and administrative duties of assigned athletic teams. More details HERE.

Head Football Coach (Missouri Valley College / Marshall, MO): Candidates will oversee all aspects of the program to ensure its success, including but not limited to scheduling, recruiting, retention, fundraising, staff management, alumni and community engagement (NAIA) More details HERE.

Head Women’s Bowling Coach (McPherson College / McPherson, KS): Seeking a dynamic and knowledgeable individual eager to create a new bowling program. The successful candidates will begin recruitment and plan for a competitive team to begin play in 2024-25. (NAIA) More details HERE.

Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics (Tarleton State University / Stephenville, TX): Serving as a member of the President’s Executive Cabinet, the Vice President of Intercollegiate Athletics will provide leadership, guidance, and fundraising for Tarleton's Athletic Department. (DI) More details HERE. The D1.dossier for this position is available HERE.

Director of Marketing and Fan Experience (San Jose State University / San Jose, CA): SJSU is looking for a Director of FUN! Come enjoy running an exciting gameday experience for tremendous student-athletes. Come work in a culture that provides the freedom to be innovative. (DI) More details HERE.

Head Football Coach (Northeastern State University Athletics / Tahlequah, OK): Ideal candidates will be able to ensure the program's success by excelling in recruitment, budget management, game plans, fundraising, and fostering community/alumni support. Blue-collar work ethic. More details HERE.

Assistant Director of Ticket Operations (SMU / Dallas, TX): In collaboration with the Assistant AD for Ticket Operations, the Assistant Director of Ticket Operations will assist with the management of the Ticket Office and the ticketed SMU Sports. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Director - Basketball Operations (Atlantic Coast Conference / Charlotte, NC): The Assistant Director - Basketball Operations will work and collaborate with the department staff in overseeing all issues related to basketball and tournament operations. (DI) More details HERE.

Director - Creative Strategy & Design (Atlantic Coast Conference / Charlotte, NC): The Director - Creative Strategy & Design is primarily responsible for developing and executing creative concepts and design work that promotes our brand. (DI) More details HERE.

Head Coach, Football (Lake Erie College / Painesville, OH): The coach is responsible for recruiting and organization of the College’s football program. More details HERE.

Offensive Line Coach (Ripon College / Ripon, WI): Ripon College is accepting applications for the position of Offensive Line Coach. This is a full-time position. The position has the potential for coordinator duties for the right candidate. (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Director, Communications (Loyola University Chicago / Chicago, IL): Serve as primary public relations contact for department and assigned sports, collaborate with content and marketing teams to promote athletes, coaches, and staff, and lead the communications team. (DI) More details HERE.

Director, Ticket Operations (Colorado College / Colorado Springs, CO): The Director of Ticket Operations manages all aspects of ticketing for the Athletics Department and Division I Hockey at Ed Robson Arena. Salary range of $55,000 to $57,123, plus excellent benefits! (DIII) More details HERE.

Head Women's Basketball Coach (Texas A&M-San Antonio / San Antonio, TX): The Head Women’s Basketball Coach is a key member of the coaching team, who provides leadership and vision within the Athletics Department, as well as among the student athletes. (NAIA) More details HERE.

Head Men's Basketball Coach (Texas A&M-San Antonio / San Antonio, TX): The Head Men’s Basketball Coach is a key member of the coaching team, who provides leadership and vision within the Athletics Department, as well as among the student athletes. (NAIA) More details HERE.

Office Professional III (University of Central Missouri / Warrensburg, MO): Provides administrative support to the Vice President, leadership team, and 17 NCAA sports programs. Assists with the coordination of student athlete insurance and medical billing. More details HERE.

Annual Giving Associate (NC State Student Aid Association (The Wolfpack Club) / Raleigh, NC): Come support NC State Athletics and help raise money for scholarships for student-athletes. (DI) More details HERE.

Director, Athletic Communications (Texas A&M University - Kingsville / Kingsville, TX): Manages the development and implementation of most athletic marketing promotions and public relations programs directed to numerous internal and external constituencies. Serves as the focal point for developing and coordinating news stories and other appropriate exposure for research and activities. 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 student-athletes in accordance with NCAA, Sunshine State Conference, and Lynn policy. More details HERE.

Head Coach, Volleyball (Lake Erie College / Painesville, OH): Lake Erie College, invites applications for the full-time position of head coach, volleyball. Lake Erie College is an NCAA Division II program More details HERE.

Associate Athletic Director for Revenue, Strategy and Innovation (SMU / Dallas, TX): In collaboration with the Deputy A.D./Chief Revenue Officer the Associate A.D. for Revenue, Strategy and Innovation will assist with implementation and execution of key strategic revenue generation. (DI) More details HERE.

Head Women's Volleyball Coach (Southeastern University / Lakeland, FL): Head coach opening at one of the fastest growing universities in the country. Must be someone with an active relationship with Christ who is looking to build a NAIA Championship-level program. (NAIA) More details HERE.

Creative Content (Video) Leader (Loyola University Maryland / Baltimore, MD): Responsible for creation, direction and production of all video-related content for social media, video boards & other platforms. Develop, shoot & edit content with a high amount of creative freedom. (DI) More details HERE.

Coordinator, BisonVision Sports Productions (Bucknell University / Lewisburg, PA): Serve as lead producer and director for events on the digital network, be responsible for producing a variety of events aired on ESPN+, Facebook Live, YouTube, and the Patriot League digital network. (DI) More details HERE.

Director of Athletic Training (Carson Newman University / Jefferson City, TN): Supervises all athletic training staff, graduate assistant athletic trainers, interns, and work-study students. Can discuss upon interview the terms and conditions as well as negotiate competitive salary. More details HERE.

Athletic Trainer (Carson Newman University / Jefferson City, TN): Assist with the supervision & coordination of the University’s overall Sports Medicine program in consultation with and under the supervision of the Assoc. AD for Sports Medicine, Medical Director, Team Physician(s) and other qualified medical personnel. Can discuss upon interview the terms and conditions as well as negotiate competitive salary. More details HERE.

Coordinator of Athletic Marketing & Events (Northern State University / Aberdeen, SD): The Coordinator of Athletic Marketing and Events will coordinate the marketing of all NSU Athletic events and help lead game operations, fan experience and sponsor relations within the department. More details HERE.

Head STUNT Coach (Texas A&M University - Kingsville / Kingsville, TX): Reporting to the Executive Director for Intercollegiate Athletics, the Head STUNT Coach directs all phases of the day-to-day operations of the Texas A&M University-Kingsville STUNT program. More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Director, External Relations (Administrative Analyst/Specialist-Exempt II) (California State University, Dominguez Hills / Carson, CA): This position provides sports management leadership and support Alumni Relations Programs, and Annual Giving initiatives to generate financial support and sponsorship of Toro Athletics. More details HERE.

Director of Event and Ticket Operations (Missouri Southern State University / Joplin, MO): Serves as the primary game day administrator for MSSU Athletics and is responsible for the appropriate setup and coverage of all home athletic contests and ticketing operations for the department. More details HERE.

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