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In The D3FB Huddle’s Frank Rossi caught up with NCAA President Charlie Baker at the DIII Football Championship to discuss the commitment to DIII: “I’ve met with all of the Division III conferences since I took the job. I’ve been back meeting with a number of them for the second time. There’s a whole series of initiatives we’re going to pursue around stoking their fan base, supporting them in terms of the purchase of supplies, gear, equipment and all the rest, and I think there’s an opportunity for us to really raise the visibility of DIII in a pretty big way, and we’re going to take full advantage of that.” (link)

The AP’s Steve LeBlanc examines how NCAA President Charlie Baker’s experience as a governor and health care CEO has prepared him for his current role, and Notre Dame (DI) AD Jack Swarbrick remarks: "There’s the question of how governable the NCAA is and I think Charlie sort of poses that question in real time, because he is such an effective leader and manager. If he can’t engineer the change, I don’t think anybody can.” New Hampshire law professor/Sportico’s Michael McCann adds: “He has the right background for what the NCAA needs to do, which is to reorient itself. He’s pragmatic, he’s reality-based, he understands the importance of dealmaking. … It’s a big undertaking and he knew that. I don’t know if there is a right person for the job because it is so challenging. The open-ended question is whether it’s too late for the NCAA.” (link)

The DIII Championships Committee supported the request to expand the Men’s Ice Hockey Championship bracket from 12 to 13 teams for the 2024 championship following the growth of the sport to surpass the 1:6.5 access ratio. The committee agreed with the one-berth expansion due to the small bracket and lack of logistical challenges moving from four byes to three. The financial impact is estimated to be between $38-73K. The committee also came to a consensus on the guiding recommendations for championship enhancements: increasing per diem, considering expanding the DIII Football bracket, condense Pool B and Pool C berths to one group of at-large selections, continue to cap team sport brackets at 64 and no more than three weeks long and “consider alternatives to establishing bracket size.” (link)

Johns Hopkins, Middlebury, SUNY Cortland, Tufts and Wisconsin-La Crosse sit atop the final fall standings in the LEARFIELD Directors’ Cup. (link)

It's Personnel:

+ Marywood President Mary Persico will retire at the end of the academic year. (link)

+ Wisconsin-La Crosse Chancellor Joe Gow has been fired after adult videos of him and his wife were discovered online. (link)

+ Linfield selects former Oregon State (DI) Interim President Rebecca Johnson for the same position. (link)

+ DePauw Assoc. AD for Internal Operations Asaundra Pickett is no longer with the Tigers. (link)

Dubuque selects Central AC Ryan Maiuri as its next Football HC. AD Nelson Edmonds: “The depth and breadth of his experiences and his success as a play caller and member of programs that do the little things correctly made Coach Maiuri an intriguing candidate. His reputation as a great father, husband, and relationship builder made him the right fit for our Mission and our football program.” (link)

Union names Wilkes Football HC Jon Drach to the same role in Schenectady. AD Jim McLaughlin: “Jon has been an integral piece of the success of several programs and his extensive experience in recruiting and motivating Division III student-athletes, as well as the importance he places on the success of his players in the classroom and the community, made him a very attractive candidate. His familiarity with the Liberty League and understanding of the student-athletes we aim to attract will immediately benefit our football program and the College.” (link)

Coaches.wire:

+ Franklin hires Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (NAIA) Men’s and Women’s Volleyball AC Dillon Taylor as its new Men’s and Women’s VB HC. (link)

+ Haverford elevates alumnus and AC Matt Cohen to Cross Country/Track & Field HC. (link)

+ Kenyon names Trine Men’s and Women’s Volleyball AC Madison Schweitzer as Women’s Volleyball HC. (link)

+ Lake Forest Men’s Soccer Interim HC Tim Dean has accepted the permanent position at Elmhurst. Former HC Dan Andrews will return to the post after a year as the Senior Soccer Consultant for Sports Recruiting USA. (link)

+ La Verne elevates Softball AC Tara Anaya to Interim HC. (link)

+ Norwich selects Middlebury Men’s Soccer AC Robert Emmett as HC. (link)

+ Saint Joseph’s (ME) welcomes back alumna and prep coach Theresa Arsenault as Field Hockey HC. (link)

+ Westfield State Baseball HC Nathan Bashaw will retire next month to pursue interests outside coaching. (link)

+ Widener taps Delaware Valley Cross Country/Track & Field HC Tim Wilson for the same role. (link)

Quick Hits:

+ Concordia (MN) will add clay target to its sport portfolio and names high school HC Duane Kashmark as its first HC. (link)

+ Coe Women’s Basketball is featured on SportsCenter’s Top 10 following made baskets from three-quarter court and half court to end the first two stanzas in last Wednesday’s game. (link)

Nearly 80% of Americans surveyed in a new U.S. News-Harris Poll study believe higher education institutions are more worried about their endowment than creating leaders of tomorrow. The respondents indicate the biggest problem is that if colleges and universities don’t become more accessible to all people and emphasize diversity, then the leaders of tomorrow will all be the same. Meanwhile, more than 60% of those surveyed believe colleges and universities are prioritizing donors, press and other external factors over students. In regards to the Israel-Hamas war, two-thirds of Americans say they believe campuses should uphold free speech even if some deem the language deplorable, and 57% think that the entire issue is overblown since Palestinians are being harmed in the conflict as well. 63% believe that higher ed institutions aren’t handling antisemitism on campus effectively, and 60% believe that colleges and university presidents should be dismissed from their jobs. (link)

The U.S. GDP expanded at an annualized 4.9% rate during Q3, revised down from the previously reported 5.2% pace the Commerce Department's Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) forecasted in its third estimate of third-quarter GDP. Economists had expected GDP growth would be unrevised, but Reuters’ Lucia Mutikani notes the quarter still represents the fastest rate of expansion since the fourth quarter of 2021. (link)

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(NEW!) Associate Vice President / Executive Director of Athletics (University of San Diego / San Diego, CA): Reporting to the President, the Associate VP / Executive Director of Athletics (AVP/EDA) is a member of the President’s Strategic Leadership Team and leads all areas of the Athletic Department. (DI) More details HERE. The D1.dossier for this position is available HERE.

(NEW!) Director of Development (Southern Utah University / Cedar City, UT): The Director of Development will oversee the day-to-day operations of SUU Athletics Development. The Candidate will assist with the organization and coordination of SUU Athletics Special Events. (DI) More details HERE.

Director for Center for Sports Medicine and Performance (Indiana State University / Terre Haute, IN): The Director leads and is responsible for the daily operations of the CSMP to ensure student-athletes receive appropriate health care and conditioning and collaborates with medical professionals. (DI) More details HERE.

Director of Athletics, Intramurals, and Recreation (New York University / New York, NY): The Director reports to the Senior Vice President of University Life and serves as a member of the Division of Student Affairs senior management team. More details HERE.

Men's Head Soccer Coach (North Central University / Minneapolis, MN): This full time, benefits eligible position is responsible for the development and maintenance of an effective and competitive NCAA Division III men's soccer program. More details HERE.

Women's Head Soccer Coach (North Central University / Minneapolis, MN): This full time, benefits eligible position is responsible for the development and maintenance of an effective and competitive NCAA Division III women's soccer program. More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Trainer (Bloomsburg Athletics / Bloomsburg, PA): Join best in class Athletic Training Department focused on compassionate evidence- based medicine & leadership development, through personal & professional growth, centered around life work balance. (DII) More details HERE.

Athletics Communications Assistant (University of Chicago / Chicago, IL): Reporting to the Director of Sports Information and Promotions, the Athletics Communications Assistant will support the overall mission and vision of the University of Chicago and Athletics. More details HERE.

Senior Associate Commissioner, Internal Operations (America East Conference / Boston, MA): Serve in a key leadership role at the conference office, located in Boston's lively Seaport District, overseeing all aspects of internal operations including financial operations and human resources. (DI) More details HERE.

Head Women's Volleyball Coach (Lake Forest College / Lake Forest, IL): Full-time position responsible for the management of all areas of the program, supporting the team comprehensively in their student-athlete experience and enhancing our rich Tradition of Excellence. More details HERE.

Associate Head Women's Golf Coach (Trevecca Nazarene Univeristy / Nashville, TN): Assist the Director of Golf in all aspects of coaching the women's golf team to include, but not limited to the following: daily practice, team travel, NCAA compliance, budgets, and player relations. (DII) To apply, please email dbhead@trevecca.edu.

Vice President for Athletics (Hanover College / Hanover, IN): Lead a dynamic, successful athletic program of dedicated coaches (22 NCAA D-III teams) to foster a holistic college experience for our student-athletes and take Hanover College into our 3rd century. More details HERE.

Director of Athletic Communications (University of North Georgia / Dahlonega, GA): The Director of Athletic Communications is responsible for assisting in promoting a positive image, both internally and externally, of the University's 13-sport NCAA intercollegiate athletics program. (DII) More details HERE.

Head Coach, Sprint Football/Athletic Administrator (Caldwell University / Caldwell, NJ): Responsible for all facets of the sprint football program including; recruiting, scheduling, player development and administrative duties as assigned. (DII) More details HERE.

Women's Soccer Head Coach (Wells College / Aurora, NY): Full time position that oversees all aspects of the Women’s Soccer program, to develop and encourage individual and team success, and recruit academically and athletically talented student-athletes. More details HERE.

Development Officer - Athletics (Auburn University / Auburn, AL): The selected candidate will plan, organize, and implement fund-raising activities for one or more organization units within Auburn University. (DI) More details HERE.

Head Women's Volleyball Coach (Wheaton College / Wheaton, IL): This full-time position serves as the Head Coach of the Women's Volleyball Team and assists with other departmental duties in the off-season. More details HERE.

Assistant/Associate Director of Athletic Fundraising (Colby College / Portland, ME): Colby Athletics is looking for a seasoned fundraiser to support the Athletics Annual Fund, cultivate and solicit six-figure athletics gifts, and oversee several Athletics Alumni Boards. More details HERE.

Head Women's Volleyball Coach (Houghton University / Houghton, NY): Responsible for all facets of the volleyball program including; recruiting, scheduling, player development, budget management, understanding of NCAA rules, additional duties as assigned. (DIII) More details HERE.

Men's and Women's Golf Coach (University of Dallas / Irving, TX): The Golf Coach is responsible for overall operation and conduct of the men’s and women’s golf programs. (DIII) More details HERE.

Head Volleyball Coach (Meredith College / Raleigh, NC): Head coach opening in the heart of Raleigh, NC. This is a full-time, 10-month, position. Head coach will oversee all aspects of this NCAA DIII program. More details HERE.

Coordinator for Football/HPES Staff Instructor (Luther College / Decorah, IA): Luther College, a top liberal arts college located in the beautiful Driftless region of northeast Iowa is looking to hire a Defensive or Special Teams Coordinator with a proven track record of success. More details HERE.

Head Volleyball Coach (Blackburn College / Carlinville, IL): Blackburn College, a unique four-year liberal arts college with a student-managed work program located in Carlinville, IL seeks applications for the full-time position of Head Women’s Volleyball Coach. More details HERE.

Head Coach, Men's Soccer (Washington University / St. Louis, MO): The position will manage the daily operations of a NCAA Division III intercollegiate sport program competing in the University Athletic Association (“UAA”). This is a 10-month, full-time position. More details HERE.

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