Butler announces Assoc. Vice President - Athletics Grant Leiendecker as Athletic Director. Bulldogs President James M. Danko: "Since returning to Butler last year, Grant has developed incredibly positive relationships with our student-athletes, coaches, staff, supporters and members of the University administration. I had the pleasure of speaking with many exceptional candidates throughout this process, but ultimately, Grant—with his vision, passion, and commitment to our mission and values—stood out above the others. He has a bold vision for Butler Athletics as intercollegiate athletics faces unprecedented transformation." Leiendecker will continue working alongside retiring AD Barry Collier over the next few months and officially assume his new role on May 1. More in tonight's Evening Standard. (link)