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Antelope Valley has closed its campus after parent company Genius Group missed lease payments, with all students to be out of dorms later this week. University leadership is searching for a new location, but does not have concrete answers as of this moment. With both Men’s and Women’s Basketball teams earning the top seed in the CalPac Tournament, UAV has raised more than $45K via GoFundMe to send both teams to the conference and NAIA Tournaments. MBB HC Jordan Mast, who organized the fundraising effort, agreed to take 75% of his salary in Genius Group ($GNS) stock, stating: “To be honest, we had a lot of people quit over this. I just told them, ‘I don’t care right now if my entire salary needs to be donated to the team.’ […] Through all of this going on, the people that are really important are our players and our young men. We've told them everything we can, and I just said, ‘Hey, look guys, I can't promise anything, but this is kind of a microcosm of life.’ I promised them that I'm going to give them everything I've got to make this happen.” NAIA President/CEO Jim Carr to Sportico on assistance to UAV in the NAIA Tournament selection process: “Overall cost reduction for traveling teams is always a priority during the process to set the field. The committee and staff will try to assist (Antelope Valley) if we can, but we also are bound by policy regarding fairness for all qualifiers and the limited options within driving distance for their men’s and women’s teams.” More. (link, link, link)

Warner AD Chrissy Moskovits is no longer leading the Royals after nearly three years at the helm. Men's Basketball HC/Asst. AD/Champions of Character Liaison Sean Hanrahan will serve as Interim AD. (link)

Wiley AD/Volleyball HC Nancy Sikobe is headed to Florida Memorial as its Volleyball HC, after less than a year leading WU. FMU AD Jason Horn: “I've been following Nancy and her teams for a few years now and have enjoyed the organization and tenacity her squads have always brought to the arena. She brings a leadership level that will definitely add to the fabric of our athletic department and complement our coaching staff.” (link)

@1QLeadership Question: Should a leader have a set process for making tough decisions?

We asked Keiko Price, Associate VP of Campus Life & Director of Athletics at Emory University, about making tough decisions while leading an athletics department. She answered on the topic of student-athlete accusations against coaches:

Be present as much as possible
Support the student-athletes and advocate for the coach
Assess everyone involved to hear all sides
Make the best possible and informed decision

Price is in her third year leading the department. She also covers the impact and challenges of her responsibilities as Associate VP of Campus Life. Listen on Apple Podcasts (here) or Spotify (here)

UHSP Women’s Basketball student-athlete Grace Beyer broke the NAIA career scoring record during a 32-point effort in a win against Hannibal-LaGrange. Beyer now sits fifth on the all-time college scoring list with 3,847 points. Beyer: “It’s an amazing feeling. I have so many fans supporting me tonight, the whole team. […] It’s an emotional day. It’s my last here at UHSP, one of my last games in my entire career and it’s bittersweet but I’m always going to be able to look back on this moment and be proud of something I accomplished.” (link, link); Check out the record-breaking shot. (link)

The Men’s Wrestling National Championship brackets have been released. Grand View, Southeastern and Life are sending a full roster of 12 wrestlers. The CCC leads all leagues with 65 individual qualifiers. (link)

The NCAA Women's Executive Committee approved new weight classes for use in women's NCAA collegiate wrestling, beginning in the 2024-25 season. Most classifications will stay close to the same, but the heaviest three will face significant changes. The biggest adjustment is at 170 pounds. Any current wrestler in that category would move up or down 10 pounds. The heaviest category is 207 pounds. Full chart included. The NAIA will now put this slate of weight classes forth to its National Administrative Council in the first week of March for its approval. (link)

Indiana Tech will add Men’s Rugby as its 29th varsity sport, starting this upcoming fall. The upstart program will compete independently with National Collegiate Rugby. The Warriors have named prep HC Sam DiFilippo as its inaugural HC. (link)

Our deepest condolences to the Campbellsville community following the passing of Men’s Wrestling student-athlete Josiah Kilman. Authorities have arrested teammate Charles Esclera on charges of murder by strangulation. (link)

Coaches.wire:

+ Benedictine Mesa selects Phoenix College (NJCAA) Volleyball HC Lori DeJongh-Slight for the same role. (link)

+ Montreat promotes Men’s Wrestling Assoc. HC Jim Connaghan to HC. (link)

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(NEW!) Senior Academic Counselor, Athletics (SMU / Dallas, TX): The Senior Academic Counselor promotes the ethical and holistic academic success of all SMU student-athletes by monitoring individual and team academic progress, retention & eligibility. (DI) More details HERE.

(NEW!) Director of Business Operations, Athletics (SMU / Dallas, TX): The Director of Business Operations will work primarily with coaches and staff to implement efficient and effective partnerships with University business and finance partners. (DI) More details HERE.

Chief Executive Officer (Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) / Open): The Chief Executive Officer will provide leadership to the ITA and college tennis, including the articulation of the Association’s vision, mission, transformative purpose, goals, and accomplishments. To apply, e-mail: kyle@bowlsbysportsadvisors.com

Director of Athletics (University of Northern Iowa / Cedar Falls, IA): As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Director of Athletics will inherit a tradition-rich athletics department with aspirations of conference championships in all competitive endeavors. (DI) To apply, e-mail: kyle@bowlsbysportsadvisors.com The D1.dossier for this position is available HERE.

Assistant Athletic Trainer (William Woods University / Fulton, MO): Position will work in rotation with all sports in the athletic department, plus clinical hours, reporting to the Head Athletic Trainer. Position begins August 1, 2024. More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Trainer (Football) (William Woods University / Fulton, MO): Position works directly with the football program, with some general clinical time. Position reports to the Head Athletic Trainer. Will be on site for home and away football contests. More details HERE.

Athletic Trainer II (California State University, Dominguez Hills / Carson, CA): 12 month position. Duties include game, practice and team travel coverage. Evening weekend holidays & summer. Care of athletes, PPEs, maintenance of medical files, Insurance billing & claims. (DII) More details HERE.

Head Co-Ed Competitive Cheer Coach (Central Methodist University / Fayette, MO): In search for a transformational leader for all aspects of Co-Ed Competitive Cheer and Stunt. Demonstrated knowledge of the rules of Cheer with experience in coaching and recruiting preferred. More details HERE.

Assistant Director of Athletics for Sports Communications (Milligan University / Johnson City, TN): Milligan University, a member of the NAIA and the Appalachian Athletic Conference, invites resumes for the full-time position of Assistant Director of Athletics for Sports Communications. More details HERE.

Head Volleyball Coach (Southwestern College / Winfield, KS): The Head Coach will be responsible for organizing, directing, and administering a competitive VB program that competes within the KCAC as part of the NAIA. More details HERE.

Women’s Volleyball Assistant Coach (Central Methodist University / Fayette, MO): Seeking a Dynamic Assistant Coach in a highly competitive NAIA Women's Volleyball Program. Responsible for working closely with the Head Coach on administering all phases of this successful program. More details HERE.

Graduate Assistantship Opportunities (Randolph College / Lynchburg, VA): Our one-year graduate program (Online or In-Person) provides you with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in your chosen sports career. FREE Room & Board for Grad Assistants! (DIII) More details HERE.

Event & Sport Operations Graduate Assistant (DePaul University Athletics / Chicago, IL): Supports game operations for men's and women's basketball, coordinates special events, and assists with travel logistics for various Olympic sports within DePaul Athletics. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Commissioner (River States Conference / Footprint of the Conference / Middletown, OH): The primary day-to-day responsibilities include communications, facilitating website, awards and event coordination. Primarily work from home. The River States is a NAIA affiliated association. More details HERE.

Associate Director, Creative Services & Digital Media (America East Conference / Boston, MA): Assist with all aspects of creative services, primarily graphic design and video content; Influence brand growth, social media and communications strategy; Located in Boston's lively Seaport District. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Director for Marketing & Communications (St. Mary's University / San Antonio, TX): Inquiries, questions, and nominations can be forwarded to Dr. Kurt Patberg, Vice President of Mammoth Sports Consulting at kurt.patberg@mammothconsulted.com. (DII) More details HERE.

Assistant/Associate Commissioner (Conference Carolinas / Greenville, SC): Headquartered in Greenville, SC, the conference seeks applications for two positions as Assistant/Associate Commissioner with experience and skills in external relations and athletics communications. (DII) More details HERE.

Head Men's Volleyball Coach (Wheaton College (MA) / Norton, MA): Looking for a motivated and passionate individual to serve as the inaugural Head Coach of Men’s Volleyball. This individual will build, recruit, and lead our newly created intercollegiate program. (DIII) More details HERE.

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