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The North Star will dissolve after the 2024-25 academic year, per Commissioner Roger Ternes. (link); Mayville State is still evaluating what its next move will be, not ruling out a possible jump to the NCAA. Interim AD/Football HC Rocky Larson says Dickinson State would prefer the Comets join them in moving to the Frontier. Larson: “We have to be very creative in how we get to where we need to go. […] This is a huge decision. There's a lot of moving pieces when you look at the recruiting landscape, budgets, scholarship models. It's a massive decision for a campus our size. I would say we'll make a decision when we know we have the right opportunity. The quicker this is done, the more sleep I'll get at night, because this is something that keeps you up all the time. We'd like to for sure have something in place by spring or summer, but if the right opportunity knocks today, we’ll pull the trigger.” (link)

Teamworks has acquired inventory management software FR TRAC for its inventory portfolio and announced a new partnership with Front Rush. Through the partnership, Teamworks will utilize Front Rush's “established ELITE customer base to offer a seamless transition to ARMS, a complete solution for recruiting and compliance. Front Rush will continue to operate and retain their Front Rush Essentials and Zcruit products and remains focused on servicing those clients at the highest level.” (link)

Northwestern (IA) signs a deal with Hudl TV to be the Raiders’ new live streaming platform, effective immediately. AD Tony Hoops: “Hudl TV provides a quality livestream product that gives us the platform to upgrade our livestream production. Having successfully worked with their service before, I'm excited for all Raider fans to experience an enhanced livestream experience.” (link) 

Facility Features:

+ Ave Maria has opened the 44K square-foot Tom Golisano Field House. (link)

+ Simpson is looking to raise $250K for facility enhancements to its weight room, training room, baseball field and practice field. (link)

Doane selects Hilbert (NCAA DIII) Asst. HC Jonathan Johnson as its next Football HC. Tigers AD Mark Wateska: “We had an outstanding pool of candidates which is a testament to the excellence of Doane University. Coach Johnson has had success in the NAIA, NCAA, and NJCAA. He has experience in all aspects of running a football program from the ground up. He brings the passion, energy, and knowledge to return Doane Football to one of the top teams in the GPAC and on the national level.” (link)

Coaches.wire:

+ Florida Memorial Women’s Volleyball and Beach Volleyball HC Jazmine Washington resigns. (link)

+ IU East elevates Men’s Soccer AC Dalton Clement to HC. (link)

+ St. Andrews taps prep coach Greg Englund as Men’s Golf HC. (link)

+ Lindsey Wilson Men’s Wrestling AC Devane Dodgens will transition to the role of inaugural Women’s Wrestling HC. (link)

+ Midway names Westminster (NCAA DII) Football AC Elbert Kern as Sprint Football HC. (link)

+ WVU Tech promotes Cross Country/Track & Field AC Jordan Hosey to HC. (link)

+ Lawrence Tech Esports HC Danielle Sirekis is headed to Florida Tech (NCAA DII) as its new Director of Esports. (link)

More Higher Ed:

+ Taylor has received a record $30M grant from the Lilly Endowment. (link)

+ The FAFSA rollout has been plagued with problems since its “soft launch” on December 30. Inside Higher Ed’s Liam Knox and Katherine Knott report the website has only been available for limited windows while periodic “maintenance pauses” have locked students out for all but a few hours each day. So far, more than 400K people have started or completed applications, according to Education Department data. More than 150K applications were submitted by the end of Tuesday, and more than 17M students are expected to complete the application this year. Edvisors SVP/Publisher Mark Kantrowitz, who played a role in launching the first online FAFSA in 1997: “As far as I’m concerned, this is a failed launch. The form is not fully open, and parents and students see it that way, too. … When you’re doing something this major and have approval from Congress years in advance, and you’re still not ready when the time comes, something must have gone very wrong.” (link

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(NEW!) Director of Intercollegiate Athletics (Henderson State University / Arkadelphia, AR): Candidate directs all aspects of the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics including the overall direction, management, coordination and supervision of 14 sports teams and over 400 student-athletes. (DII) More details HERE.

(NEW!) Assistant Coach - Men’s Lacrosse (Haverford College / Haverford, PA): Haverford College invites applications for our full-time (37.5 hours per week), exempt, fixed term, benefits-eligible Assistant Coach for Men’s Lacrosse opportunity. (DIII) More details HERE.

(NEW!) Assistant Coach - Women’s Lacrosse (Haverford College / Haverford, PA): Haverford College invites applications for our full-time (37.5 hours per week), exempt, fixed term, benefits-eligible Assistant Coach for Women’s Lacrosse opportunity. (DIII) More details HERE.

(NEW!) Associate Director of Athletic Communications/Digital Media (The College of Idaho / Caldwell, ID): As a member of the YoteFam, you'll maintain websites and social media, produce videos, write stories, and assist in developing comprehensive marketing plans. More details HERE.

Athletics and Communications Video Specialist (Central College / Pella, IA): Responsible for the creative implementation of video content at successful Div. III institution for promotional use on multiple digital platforms with an emphasis on targeting prospective students. (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletics Director for Compliance (Stephen F. Austin State University / Nacogdoches, TX): This is a supervisory position responsible for managing a comprehensive compliance program to ensure all athletics programs & institutional support areas comply with NCAA & conference regulations. (DI) More details HERE.

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.

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.

Head Women's Lacrosse Coach (William Penn University / Oskaloosa, IA): Seeking an enthusiastic leader to take on the role of full-time Head Women's Lacrosse Coach. Manage all facets of the program, from recruiting to coaching and team administration. (NAIA) 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.

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. (DIII) 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. (DIII) 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. (DIII) 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.

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.

Assistant Football Coach (Offensive Coordinator) (William Woods University / Fulton, MO): Join fast, responsible growth in the NAIA as the inaugural football team's Offensive Coordinator. Seeking dynamic, prepared individual to establish foundational football success in Mid-Missouri. 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. (DIII) More details HERE.

Associate Head Women's Golf Coach (Trevecca Nazarene University/ 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.

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. (DIII) 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.

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