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Bethany (KS) has released the following clarification statement following the recent NAIA transgender policy change: “Bethany College is committed to following and adhering to NAIA policies and guidelines. We have confirmed with the NAIA that our recently published college protocols meet policy standards.”

Postseason Updates:

+ The eight-team NAIA Women’s Lacrosse Championship bracket is set. (link)

+ The Master’s, Vanguard, Grand View and Ottawa (AZ) are the top four teams in the Men’s Volleyball Championship field. (link) 

Sport Sponsorship:

+ Rio Grande will add Football and a marching band, with the Red Storm to hit the gridiron in the fall of 2025 and compete in the AAC. The addition is expected to bring 150-200 new students to campus. Rio Grande is planning to initially compete at nearby Jackson High School, with long-term plans to build a stadium and new athletic facility on-campus. President Ryan Smith: “Football is a cherished tradition in Ohio, and we believe the time is now to revive it here at Rio. This initiative not only enhances the vibrancy of our campus but also strengthens our bond with the southern Ohio community.” (link, link)

+ Wiley will bring Softball back to Marshall, with the upstart program to compete as a club sport next year and varsity program in 2025-26. Baseball HC Kendrick Biggs will serve as Interim HC for the new squad. AD Rafael Gonzalez: “We are on a roll with this latest athletic addition. Wiley University continues to invite students who want to continue their sports careers while completing their higher education degree. Coach Biggs transformed the baseball program, which contended for the GCAC title last season, and led the conference all season this year. Most of all, he is willing to do whatever is necessary for our department to succeed.” (link)

+ Missouri Valley will bring Archery to campus in 2024-25. Shooting sports AC John McEachern will serve as the first Archery HC. (link)

Dr. Liz Darger, Senior Associate AD & SWA at BYU, visits The Leadership Educator Podcast to discuss her experiences with the NCAA's Common Ground program. Darger goes into detail about being a participant, a host, and serving on the leadership team for the initiative. 

• Bridging gaps between LGBTQ+ and faith-based communities in college sports

• Understanding the impact leadership can have on feelings of inclusiveness and/or isolation

• Encouraging student-athletes, coaches, and community members to be active listeners while honoring their faith, values and beliefs  

The Leadership Educator Podcast, hosted by professors Lauren Bullock and Dan Jenkins, features faculty and administrators from higher education institutions worldwide. Its focus is on continuing conversations about current leadership topics in the college and university community. Listen on Apple or Spotify.

New Avila Men’s and Women’s Tennis HC Jon Renberger chats with Tennis Recruiting Network’s Rhiannon Potkey about starting the programs for the Eagles. “We have a tremendous opportunity and significant scholarships available. The minimum would be having enough players to compete next year, but I am hoping to have rosters of at least 10 or more scholarship players and we have those all available right now.” On the recruiting focus: “We want to kind of focus inside-out with our recruiting. We definitely are going to recruit the KC metro area and heavily in the states of Kansas and Missouri. But we certainly want to expand it to the entire country and internationally as well, because I think that creates the most dynamic mix and creates a very healthy team chemistry.” (link)

Sportico’s Michael McCann observes the Biden administration’s new Title IX regulations could make it “harder for students accused of misconduct to rebut allegations,” as schools will “no longer be required to hold live hearings that include opportunities for cross-examination. Schools can instead hold separate meetings with the accuser and the accused, with a school-appointed official asking questions. The school must then provide the parties with recordings or transcripts. Even when live hearings are held, a student must be able to participate remotely instead of in-person. One argument in favor of holding separate hearings is survivors may be more likely to report incidents if they don’t have to face their attacker again. When Title IX live hearings were mandated by the Trump administration, survivors’ rights advocates criticized the move as undermining Title IX’s goals. On the other hand, the ability to confront one’s accuser is a hallmark of the American legal system. The Sixth Amendment contains the Confrontation Clause, which guarantees the right to confront witnesses in criminal trials.” Title IX, however, is not a criminal law. As far as how the new regulations impact player compensation, McCann contends Title IX still applies. Schools “who pay football and/or men’s basketball players but not pay other athletes would undoubtedly face Title IX litigation. They might also face claims under the Equal Pay Act and Title IX of the Civil Rights Act.” More. (link)

A new study in Research in Higher Education by researchers at Georgia (NCAA DI) examined the impact of adding football on enrollment and tuition revenue. From the study: “In summary, a difference-in-difference analysis suggests that colleges adding football programs see an immediate increase in applications and enrollment, particularly male enrollment, when they launch football teams. This methodology allows us to compare foot-ball-starting colleges with others that never added the sport to better assess the effects of football on institutional metrics. The analysis suggests more muted effects on diversifying enrollment, and found no impact on tuition and fee revenue. […] Our findings do not necessarily imply that football-adopting colleges return to baseline enrollments or shrink from prior levels. Instead, it may well be that a football-adopting school begins drawing from larger pools of potential students than before, thus diversi-fying its key sources of students.” Lead author Welch Suggs tells Sportico: “This is the closest we can come to saying, what would have happened to a college if it never added football. It’s often said that sports is the front porch of the university. But what we’re seeing is that colleges that didn’t build that front porch are likely getting the same number of students and tuition dollars as those that recently did.” More. (link, link)

Langston Men’s Basketball HC Chris Wright issued the following via X: “Funny how division I schools are telling guys that we are both recruiting ‘Why would want to go to an NAIA, you are too good to go there.’ To those schools… Since we are just an NAIA put us on your schedule. We will come play for no money.” (link)

Coaches.wire:

+ Aquinas hires recent program standout (2019-24) Brandon Rozema as HC. (link)

+ Graceland Men’s Volleyball HC Anthony Yerardi resigns after three seasons. (link)

+ IU Northwest selects prep coach & former RedHawk HC (2017-19) Nicole Hartford as Men’s & Women’s Cross Country HC. (link)

Quick Hits:

+ The NAIA teams up with ZeeMee to become the association’s student enrollment engagement partner. (link)

+ Mount Vernon Nazarene Baseball student-athlete Cruz McFadden has set the NAIA all-time record for saves. (link)

The U.S. Department of Justice is preparing to file an antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation as soon as next month, according to the Wall Street Journal’s Dave Michaels and Anne Steele, who note the “specific claims the department would allege couldn’t be learned.” They also point out that the new DOJ lawsuit could “unravel a settlement agreement that Live Nation reached with the department in 2010 over the Ticketmaster merger. The settlement conditions were supposed to expire after a decade. But in 2019, antitrust enforcers got the deal extended through 2025 after finding that Live Nation violated the original pact by bullying venues into using its Ticketmaster subsidiary.” (link)

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(NEW!) Head Volleyball Coach (University of Mary Washington / Fredericksburg, VA): The head coach will be responsible for recruitment and retention of qualified student-athletes, academics, budget, travel, fundraising, and will serve as a faculty member in the department. (DIII) More details HERE.

(NEW!) Head Women's Basketball Coach (Albany State University / Albany, GA): Fulltime position that will lead and oversee all aspects of the women's basketball program, embodying a commitment to excellence both on and off the court. (DII) More details HERE.

(NEW!) Head Men’s Basketball Coach (Carroll College / Helena, MT): Carroll College is seeking applicants for a Head Men’s Basketball Coach to provide leadership to all aspects of a nationally competitive NAIA Basketball program. More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Trainer (Milligan University / Johnson City, TN): #3 Learfield Cup Standing - Milligan University invites applications for two (2) full-time, 10-month positions of Assistant Athletic Trainer with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2024. More details HERE.

Assistant Director, Creative Content (Princeton University / Princeton, NJ): As part of the external relations team, the assistant director will lead, develop and create video content promoting Princeton’s 38 teams across multiple platforms to generate increased engagement. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant A.D. for Business and Finance (HR Title: Financial Business Manager) (SMU / Dallas, TX): This position will oversee the financial operations of the Athletics department including budget management, financial management, compliance, reporting and other duties as assigned. (DI) More details HERE.

Director of Athletics Marketing and Fan Experience (Augustana University / Sioux Falls, SD): Responsible for developing and implementing a marketing and promotions plan to increase ticket sales and game attendance, and enhance the fan experience for Augustana Athletics events. (DII) More details HERE.

Athletic Trainer (Central Christian College of Kansas / McPherson, KS): Administer preventative treatment and rehabilitation to athletes engaged in various intercollegiate sports, assures compliance with health and safety standards for the athletic program. More details HERE.

Assistant Athletics Director for Compliance (Augustana University / Sioux Falls, SD): Coordinates and leads all aspects of an NCAA compliance and rules education program. Serves as the institutional contact on all NCAA compliance and eligibility issues. (DII) More details HERE.

Human Resources Generalist (Georgia State University / Atlanta, GA): Assist the athletics department in all HR matters (benefits, talent, payroll, time, absence, class & comp). (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Director, Creative Media (Duquesne University / Pittsburgh, PA): Responsible for the creation of video content that promotes the Duquesne brand, student-athletes and the strategic plan, with a heavy emphasis on distribution via social media platforms. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Director, Broadcast and Live Event Production (Duquesne University / Pittsburgh, PA): Responsible for all broadcast productions, serve as the athletic department’s primary engineer for broadcasts and manage all video production for external events in the UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse. (DI) More details HERE. 

Assistant Coach of Varsity Women's Volleyball (Massachusetts Institute of Technology / Cambridge, MA): PART-TIME - responsibilities include: administration, social media, recruiting, team travel, practice sessions, opponent scouting, etc. Submit resume, cover letter, 3 references to pdill@mit.edu. (DIII)

Head Women's Volleyball Coach (Pennwest-California Athletics / California, PA): The Head Coach is responsible for all phases of the women’s volleyball program, also responsible for supporting the philosophy, goals, & mission of the University its intercollegiate Athletic Program. (DII) More details HERE.

Assistant/Associate Commissioner (External Relations and Communications) (Conference Carolinas / Greenville, SC): The conference seeks applications for a full-time Assistant/Associate Commissioner with experience and skills in external relations and athletics communications. (DII) More details HERE.

Athletic Trainer (Utah State University / Logan, UT): We are looking for a passionate, skilled individual to join our team and work directly with our Men’s and Women’s Track & Field and Cross Country programs. (DI) More details HERE.

Head Men's & Women's Tennis Coach (Milligan University / Johnson City, TN): Milligan University, a member of the NAIA and the Appalachian Athletic Conference, invites resumes for the full-time (year-round) position of Head Men’s & Women’s Tennis Coach. More details HERE.

Athletic Director (Chadron State College / Chadron, NE): The Director of Athletics is the chief athletics officer representing the athletics department and reports directly to the President. This position provides oversight, guidance, and supervision. (DII) More details HERE.

Head Women’s Soccer Coach (Southwestern Assemblies of God University / Waxahachie, TX): Responsible for overall administration, team and player development, and academic integrity of the women's soccer program in a Christ-centered environment intentional about recruiting and retainment. More details HERE.

Head Men’s and Women’s Track and Field Coach (Southwestern Assemblies of God University / Waxahachie, TX): Responsible for overall administration, team and player development, and academic integrity of the track and field program in a Christ-centered environment intentional about recruiting and retainment. More details HERE.

Senior Associate Athletic Director - External Operations (University of Central Missouri / Warrensburg, MO): Reports directly to the VP/Athletic Director, the Sr Assoc AD is a member of the executive leadership team, provides oversight of all external units, and has assigned sport administration duties. (DII) More details HERE.

Head Golf Coach (Missouri Southern State University / Joplin, MO): The Head Men's and Women's Golf Coach oversees all aspects of the golf program, including teaching, coaching, training, performance, and recruitment of student-athletes. (DII) More details HERE.

Director Sport Specific Giving (West Point Association of Graduates / West Point, NY): Be part of a team that leverages & coordinates USMA's donor community. Expand the Black Knights community presence. (DI) More details HERE.

Graduate Assistant - Business and Game Operations (Jessup University / Rocklin, CA): The Business and Game Operations Graduate Assistant will support the day-to-day business, fiscal, and administrative functions for the Athletics department. More details HERE.

General Manager (Central Missouri / Warrensburg, MO): Lead the Central Missouri athletics corporate sponsorship & ticket sales program. Duties specifically include all aspects of day-to-day revenue generation efforts. (DII) More details HERE.

Director, Athletics Annual Fund (George Mason University / Fairfax, VA): Director, Athletics Annual Fund George Mason University Intercollegiate Athletics invites applications for the position of Director, Athletics Annual Fund. To apply https://jobs.gmu.edu/. EOE (DI) More details HERE.

Head Men's Basketball Coach (Wartburg College / Waverly, IA): Responsible for leadership and oversight of all coaching duties for the men’s basketball team. May include additional duties as assigned. Reports to the Athletics Director. (DIII) To apply, e-mail: hr@wartburg.edu

Assistant Director of Athletics for Compliance (Princeton University / Princeton, NJ): Oversee NCAA eligibility & compliance, Ivy League compliance, NIL & rules education. Candidate must understand the fundamental role that athletics plays in the education of the student-athlete. (DI) More details HERE.

Head Swimming and Diving Coach (Ripon College / Ripon, WI): Executing and coordinating recruiting plan. Direct supervision and work out plans. Manage the annual budget, travel, and equipment needs. Coordinate home swimming and diving meets. (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant Director of Athletics, Ticket Sales & Operations (Princeton University / Princeton, NJ): Lead, develop, coordinate and execute all departmental ticketing initiatives aligning with and in support of the overall external relations strategy of the department. (DI) More details HERE.

Senior Director of Athletics Advancement / Senior Associate Athletic Director (Western Michigan University / Kalamazoo, MI): Plans and manages development-focused programs to increase philanthropic support for funding priorities aligned with intercollegiate athletics strategic objectives. (DI) More details HERE. The D1.dossiers Lite is available for this opening. D1.dossiers Lite features salary comparisons for analog roles at peer institutions, as well as tenure, cost of living and inflation-related data for each comparative position. (link)

Head Men's Volleyball Coach (Central Christian College of Kansas / McPherson, KS): Engage students athletes in the mission of the College while providing skillful theoretical and practice sport specific instruction and experience, with a min roster of 15 of mission-centric students. More details HERE.

Athletic Trainer (Track & Field) (Auburn University / Auburn, AL): Auburn Athletics is excited to begin the search for a Track & Field Athletic Trainer! The individual in this position provides preventative and rehabilitative health care for student athletes. (DI) More details HERE.

Head Tennis Coach (Southwestern College / Winfield, KS): The Head Tennis Coach will serve as a leader of the program who is responsible for all aspects of coaching - recruiting / coordinating practices / and building team chemistry to name a few. More details HERE.

Head Women's Basketball Coach (John Brown University / Siloam Springs, AR): Provides overall leadership including Christian discipling, recruitment and retention of students. Managing all aspects of the program and supervision of PT assistant. Culture that aligns with JBU. More details HERE.

Head Coach of Men's Soccer (Washington & Lee University / Lexington, VA): Full-time, 12-month, non-tenure track faculty position reporting to the Director of Athletics. Responsibilities include organizing, developing and administering all phases of the men’s soccer program. (DIII) More details HERE.

Head Women's Basketball Coach (Missouri Western State University / St. Joseph, MO): Responsible for leading the women’s basketball program as an intercollegiate sport and is responsible for all administrative and organizational aspects of operating a DII program. (DII) More details HERE.

Graduate Assistant Softball Coach (Southwestern College / Winfield, KS): Assisting the head coach in all aspects of the program (practices, games, recruiting, conditioning, overseeing academics, etc.). Collegiate playing and/or coaching experience preferred, not required. More details HERE.

Graduate Assistant Tennis Coach (Southwestern College / Winfield, KS): Assisting the head coach in all aspects of the program - practices, matches, recruiting, conditioning, overseeing academics, etc. Collegiate playing and/or coaching experience preferred, not required More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Director, Major Gifts (HR Title: Major Gifts Officer III) - (DEA00000428) (Southern Methodist University / Dallas, TX): The Assistant AD for Major Gifts will manage a portfolio of major gift prospects, implementing strategies to encourage philanthropic gifts in support of the SMU Department of Athletics' priorities. (DI) More details HERE.

Development Officer, Athletics Annual Giving & Donor Engagement (HR title: Stewardship Officer 1) - (DEA00000427) (Southern Methodist University / Dallas, TX): The position assists the Athletics Development Office with donor acquisition and retention strategies and supports the department's annual giving efforts. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletics Director for Development / Eagle Club Director (Carson-Newman University / Jefferson City, TN): Oversee Corporate Sponsorship. Oversee all workers regarding annual fund-raising initiatives Oversee staff, students, outside workers, or volunteers who contribute to revenue generation initiatives. (DII) More details HERE.

Head Men's Basketball Coach (Emporia State University / Emporia, KS): Organize and administer all aspects of the men's basketball program. Establish goals and objectives for the men’s basketball program on a long-range and annual basis. (DII) More details HERE.

Head Women's Wrestling Coach (Elmhurst University / Elmhurst, IL): Elmhurst University is looking for a head coach for our newly announced women's wrestling program. Elmhurst University is looking to compete in the Fall of 2024 and will compete in the CCIW. (DIII) More details HERE.

Head Women's Volleyball Coach (Part-Time) (Caldwell University / Caldwell, NJ): The part-time Head Coach is responsible for all aspects of the team including, directing, supervising and overseeing all activities of the coaching staff and team, fundraising and recruiting. (DII) More details HERE.

Director of Athletic Communications (Massachusetts Institute of Technology / Cambridge, MA): Serving on the department senior leadership team. Direct three full-time staff. Oversee all communications operations. Oversee MIT Athletics social media. (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant Vice President of Athletics (Lasell University / Newton, MA): The AVP oversees a comprehensive Division III athletic program. A bachelor’s degree and significant, progressive experience leading a dynamic, and diverse organization are required. (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant Director of Creative Video (HR title: Videographer) (SMU / Dallas, TX): Cinematic storytelling and organic behind-the-scenes footage to season intro videos and compelling recruiting campaigns, your mission will be to curate a captivating collection of moments. (DI) More details HERE.

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