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Mayville State has removed the interim tag from AD/Football HC Rocky Larson, who will officially begin as the permanent AD effective July 1. President Brian Van Horn: “When we hired Rocky in 2020, we saw a young coach who was ambitious and who had great ideas for Comet Athletics. Over the last four years, he has continued to be a solution-based leader who embraces recruiting North Dakota and regional students, and he truly cares about student athletes and their success. He understands all that is needed to be successful as a college administrator, leading with enthusiasm and positivity, a requirement for success. We're proud of Rocky's accomplishments and we look forward to his leadership for years to come.” (link)

Blue Mountain Christian moves quickly and promotes Asst. AD Curt Fowler to AD. President Barbara McMillin: “During Curt's long tenure at BMCU, he has earned the respect and the admiration of his colleagues and peers. Curt's belief in the mission of the institution combined with his willingness to invest in the lives of student-athletes render him highly qualified to take on this role.  We are confident he will provide stellar leadership of our intercollegiate athletic program.” (link)

Postseason Updates:

+ Our Lady of the Lake Softball wins the first Red Banner in the school’s history. (link) 

+ Hope International will face Tennessee Wesleyan tonight in the final game of the Baseball World Series. (link)

+ The 2025 and 2026 Swim and Dive Championships will be hosted by Bethel (IN) at the Elkhart Health and Aquatics Center. (link) 

Membership Moves:

+ The Frontier will add Simpson as an associate Football member in 2025-26, giving the conference 14 football-playing members and two AQ bids. (link) 

+ The GPAC will no longer sponsor Men’s Volleyball, starting this upcoming year. (link); As a result, Dordt and Morningside will join the Heart of America as associate members, with the conference splitting its 14-team league into two divisions. (link) 

+ The GPAC will add Women’s Wrestling as its newest sponsored sport in 2024-25, with Dakota Wesleyan, Doane, Hastings, Midland, Morningside and Waldorf as the initial cohort. (link) 

+ The Heart of America will add William Woods as an associate Men’s Lacrosse member this fall – a year before it joins as a full member. (link) 

+ Blue Mountain Christian will join the NCCAA starting in 2024-25. (link)

Lawrence Tech Women’s Basketball HC Grace Howrigon is headed to Lake Superior State (NCAA DII) in the same capacity. (link)

Southeastern hires Freed-Hardeman Women’s Basketball HC Joshua Epperson to lead the Fire. AD Drew Watson: “Josh has a proven record as a coach who is concerned as much about building character and a healthy culture as he is about winning. He has shown at Freed that you can do both, as well as have success in the classroom, and I am excited to see what he can do to build upon the winning tradition of Fire women's basketball." (link) 

Tabor taps USAO Men’s Basketball AC Josh Roach as the Blue Jays’ next HC. AD David Ediger: “His energy and eagerness to work with our young men is evident. He brings both knowledge and passion to the position and will be a great fit to campus. He wants all of his players to have a great all-around collegiate experience and that is a top priority for him.” (link)

Talladega Women’s Basketball HC Akia Stanton has accepted the same position at Albany State (NCAA DII). (link)

UT Southern Men’s Basketball HC Dugan Lyne has stepped down to pursue another opportunity. (link)

Coaches.wire:

+ Goshen taps Cross Country HC Rustin Nyce as the Leafs’ new Director of Track and Field and Cross Country. (link)

+ Hastings hires Saint Katherine Men’s Soccer HC Bradley Green for the same role with the Broncos. (link)

+ Indiana Wesleyan Cross Country/Track & Field HC John Foss will retire after more than 35 years, with Cross Country AC Brody Beiler to step in as Cross Country HC. (link)

+ Lindsey Wilson selects alumnus and Campbellsville Track & Field AC/Recruiting Coordinator Anthony Thompson as Director of Track & Field and Cross Country. (link) 

+ Tabor taps UT Dallas (NCAA DIII) Cross Country/Track & Field AC Aaron Capehart as its new Track & Field HC. (link); The Blue Jays have also hired Central Christian Asst. AD/SID and former McPherson Tennis HC Jeremy Nelson as its new Men’s and Women’s Tennis HC. (link)

+ Benedictine (KS) names recent BC grad Gabby Keating as its new Competitive Cheer HC. (link)

+ William Penn elevates GA Colten Uitermarkt to Shotgun Sports HC. (link)

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(NEW!) Head Men's and Women's Swimming and Diving Coach (Wheaton College (MA) / Norton, MA): Lead and oversee all aspects of the men's and women's swimming and diving program. (DIII) More details HERE.

 

(NEW!) Assistant Men's and Women's Tennis Coach (Wheaton College (MA) / Norton, MA): Full-time position that assists the Head Coach in all aspects of the operation of the Men's and Women's Tennis Programs. (DIII) More details HERE.

(NEW!) Coordinator of Academics and Student-Athlete Development (Southeast Missouri State University / Cape Girardeau, MO): The Coordinator advises and monitors the academic progress of student athletes; and coordinates life skills programming for student athletes. (DI) More details HERE.

 

(NEW!) Director of Sports Medicine (The University of the South / Sewanee, TN): Manage athletic training staff, coordinate with team physicians, and handle insurance. Oversee medical care for varsity athletes in 24 sports. Evaluate, treat, and rehabilitate injuries. (DIII) More details HERE.

(NEW!) Head Women's Lacrosse Coach (Salem State University / Salem, MA): Salem State Athletics seeks candidates for a Head Women's Lacrosse coach. This is a part time position, start date 8/1. Candidates should email resume and letter of interest to nwood@salemstate.edu (DIII) 

 

Creative Content & Visual Media Director (Milligan University / Johnson City, TN): This position will provide management and administration of all streaming for athletics and the university as well as social media and marketing functions to enhance all athletic programs. More details HERE.

 

Assistant Coach of Varsity Women’s Lacrosse (Massachusetts Institute of Technology / Cambridge, MA): PART-TIME: Responsibilities include administration, social media, recruiting, team travel, practice sessions, opponent scouting, counseling of students, and compliance with NCAA rules. (DIII) To apply, email averspri@mit.edu.

Assistant Coach of Varsity Field Hockey (Massachusetts Institute of Technology / Cambridge, MA): PART-TIME: Responsibilities include administration, social media, recruiting, team travel, practice sessions, opponent scouting, counseling of students, and compliance with NCAA rules. (DIII) To apply, email sshute@mit.edu

 

Director of Athletics, Physical Education, and Recreation (University of Maryland, Baltimore County / Baltimore, MD): Provides a clear vision of the role and mission of athletics, physical education and recreation, strategically lead and foster a program of academic and competitive success that develops champions (DI) More details HERE.

 

Head Women's Lacrosse Coach (Augsburg University / Minneapolis, MN): The head coach is responsible for planning and administration of the lacrosse program. They provide vision, leadership and oversight for the lacrosse program. (DIII) More details HERE.

 

Assistant Men's Club Varsity Crew Coach (Bucknell University / Lewisburg, PA): Serve the primary function of day-to-day coaching of student-athletes participating in the men's freshman/novice rowing program. (DI) More details HERE.

 

Manager, Women's Basketball Operations / Assistant Coach (Bucknell University / Lewisburg, PA): This position will assist with on-court coaching responsibilities during practices and competitions, as well as assist throughout the student-athlete recruiting process. (DI) More details HERE.

 

Aquatics Facility Manager (SMU / Dallas, TX): The Aquatics Facility Manager is responsible for supporting the SMU swimming and diving programs, coordinating and implementing operational, logistical, and technical efforts for the swim program. (DI) More details HERE.

 

Director of Athletics (University of New Haven / West Haven, CT): University of New Haven is now accepting applications for their Director of Athletics position. DHR Global is overseeing the search process on behalf of the University of New Haven. (DII) More details HERE.

 

Director of Athletic Communications (Northwestern College / Orange City, IA): Manage the athletics website while producing regular content within multiple media platforms to enhance the Red Raider brand. More details HERE.

 

Director of Tennis (William Woods University / Fulton, MO): Join one of the fastest growing NAIA athletics programs in one of the NAIA's most successful, high profile tennis programs at The Woods. Director serves as the host coach for 2025 NAIA ITA Indoors in KC. More details HERE.

 

Assistant Baseball Coach (St. Mary's University / San Antonio, TX): Teaches and instructs the technical and motivational aspects of the sport of baseball (specifically pitching) to student-athletes. (DII) More details HERE.

 

Deputy Director of Athletics (Johns Hopkins University / Baltimore, MD): Supports the Director of Athletics & Recreation in leading and managing the daily operations of the department. Serves on the AD’s Cabinet. (DIII) More details HERE.

 

Head Women's Wrestling Coach (Central Methodist University / Fayette, MO): Seeking a transformational leader that will direct and oversee all aspects of the Women's Wrestling Program, embodying a commitment to excellence in a nationally competitive NAIA Athletic Program. More details HERE.

Assistant Women's Wrestling Coach (Central Methodist University / Fayette, MO): We are looking for a passionate, skilled individual to assist our women's wrestling program and work with one of the more elite and competitive NAIA Athletic Programs in the country. More details HERE.

 

Assistant/Associate Commissioner, Compliance (The Big West / Irvine, CA): An outstanding leadership position that will serve as the primary compliance administrator, have sport and championship oversight and work with an amazing staff in sunny Southern California! (DI) More details HERE.

 

Director of Athletic Communications (St. Thomas University / Miami, FL): St. Thomas University in South Florida NAIA seeks applicants to coordinate a team responsible for all communication activities relevant to the Department of Athletics Nationally ranked sports programs. More details HERE.

 

Head Women's Basketball Coach (Southeastern University / Lakeland, FL): Historically excellent program that is set up for immediate success. Applicants must demonstrate sincere faith in Jesus and have significant coaching experience. SEU is the 2nd fastest growing in the US! More details HERE.

 

Head Basketball Coach (Saint Mary's College / Notre Dame, IN): As the Head Basketball Coach, you will have the opportunity to shape and guide our Basketball program, inspiring athletes to reach their full potential while fostering a culture of teamwork. (DII) More details HERE.

 

Head Men's and Women's Golf Coach (Arkansas Tech University / Russellville, AR): This position is responsible for directing all aspects of the men's & women’s golf programs, including GA supervision, recruitment & development of student-athletes, budget development and management. (DII) More details HERE.

 

Head Women's Volleyball Coach (The Catholic University of America / Washington, DC): Catholic University seeks a skilled leader to direct all aspects of a NCAA DIII program and is passionate about developing student athletes holistically. (DIII) More details HERE.

 

Director for Governance & Compliance (Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association / Charlotte, NC): Be the go-to expert for compliance & governance queries from our membership. Manage CIAA/NCAA regulations and ensure our digital presence shines promoting excellence through championships. (DII) More details HERE.

 

Senior Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics (University of Memphis / Memphis, TN): The Senior Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics is responsible for the leadership, management and administration of the University’s intercollegiate athletic program. (DI) More details HERE.

 

Head Baseball Athletic Trainer (University of Kansas/ University of Kansas Health System / Lawrence, KS): As a member of Kansas Team Health and under the direction of the Head Team Physicians, responsible for the athletic training needs of the student-athletes of the Baseball Team. (DI) More details HERE.

 

Assistant to the Commissioner (Great Northeast Athletic Conference / Winthrop, MA with remote work possible): Assist the Commissioner with all aspects of the DIII conference operations. (DIII) More details HERE.

 

Assistant Men's and Women's Track and Field (LeTourneau University/ Longview, TX): LeTourneau University seeks a person with an enthusiastic and contagious Christian faith committed to a Christian higher education that integrates Christian faith with learning to assist our Track and Field/Cross Country Program. (DII) More details HERE.

Assistant Softball Coach (LeTourneau University/ Longview, TX): LeTourneau University seeks a person with an enthusiastic and contagious Christian faith committed to a Christian higher education that integrates Christian faith with learning to assist our Softball Program. (DII) More details HERE.

 

Assistant Director of Athletics for Compliance & Eligibility (Southeast Missouri State University / Cape Girardeau, MO): Responsible for providing leadership to the department relative to education, monitoring, enforcement and maintenance of a culture of NCAA compliance. (DI) More details HERE.

 

Director of Track and Field/ Cross Country (LeTourneau University / Longview, TX): LeTourneau University seeks a person with an enthusiastic and contagious Christian faith committed to a Christian higher education that integrates Christian faith with learning to Direct our Track and Field/Cross Country Program. (DII) More details HERE.

 

Director, Broncos EmPOWERed (Western Michigan University / Kalamazoo, MI): Director assists with leadership development, personal development, financial education, career & grad school prep, community service, diversity & inclusion, personal brand mgt & Broncos4Life program. (DI) More details HERE.

 

Head Women's Volleyball Coach (Clark University / Worcester, MA): Clark University invites applications for this position. Directing all aspects of an NCAA Division III program. (DIII) More details HERE.

 

Head Volleyball Coach (Saint Mary's College / Notre Dame, IN): As the Head Volleyball Coach, you will have the opportunity to shape and guide our volleyball program, inspiring athletes to reach their full potential. (DIII) More details HERE.

Head Softball Coach (Saint Mary's College / Notre Dame, IN): As the Head Softball Coach, you will have the opportunity to shape and guide our Softball program, inspiring athletes to reach their full potential. (DIII) More details HERE.

 

Head Volleyball Coach (Bethany College (KS) / Lindsborg, KS): Seeking a skilled leader responsible for all aspects of the NAIA volleyball program. Responsible for the recruitment & overall development of volleyball student-athletes, athletically and holistically. More details HERE.

 

Head Women's Basketball Coach (Central Methodist University / Fayette, MO): Seeking a skilled transformational leader that will lead and oversee all aspects of a nationally competitive NAIA Women’s Basketball Program, embodying a commitment to excellence on and off the court. More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Trainer (Central Methodist University / Fayette, MO): Responsible for providing the highest quality health care to the student athletes. Assist in the oversight of the day-to-day operations of the Athletic Training Facility and Rehabilitation Clinic. More details HERE.

 

Assistant Athletic Director for Compliance (tenure-track) (Kutztown University / Kutztown, PA): This position will provide leadership and oversight of a comprehensive Division II compliance program. This position is a tenure-track position and will serve on the senior leadership team. (DII) More details HERE.

 

Assistant Baseball Coach (Hitting Coach) (William Woods University / Fulton, MO): Join one of the fastest-growing small college athletic departments, working every day with hitters & recruiting NAIA-eligible student-athletes that meet the program's cultural standards. More details HERE.

 

Athletic Trainer (Utah State University / Logan, UT): Are you a certified Athletic Trainer seeking an exciting opportunity to make a real difference? We are on the hunt for a passionate, skilled individual to work with our Women's Volleyball team. (DI) More details HERE.

 

Deputy AD External Relations (Kansas City Athletics / Kansas City, MO): The position is responsible for the oversight of Fundraising; Fan Experience & Marketing; Ticket Sales & Service; Name, Image and Likeness; and Data Analytics. (DI) More details HERE.

 

Ticket Sales and Operations Manager (Southern Illinois University Edwardsville / Edwardsville, IL): Responsible for ticket sales and operations for SIUE's eight ticketed sports, including season ticket sales, renewals, group sales, community events, and assisting with ticket promotions. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Director of Revenue Generation/Annual Fund (Southern Illinois University Edwardsville / Edwardsville, IL): Charged with the planning, execution, and growth of the Cougar Athletic Excellence Fund. Plan and execute annual fundraising strategies and events that support the needs and initiatives of all sports. (DI) More details HERE.

 

Assistant Athletic Director for Marketing (University of Central Missouri / Warrensburg, MO): This position will assist in increasing the overall visibility of UCM Athletics by leading and managing the marketing and fan experience department. (DII) More details HERE.

 

Head Athletic Trainer (University of Alaska Anchorage / Anchorage, AK): As Head Athletic Trainer, oversees UAA's program, prioritizing student-athlete guidance on health, safety, and wellness. (DI/DII) More details HERE.

 

USU Athletics Learning Specialist (Utah State University / Logan, UT): Provide intensive academic support and learning assistance to specific student-athletes (e.g. individual study skills instruction). Coordinate tutor/mentor program. Teach a section of USU 1730. (DI) More details HERE.

 

Women’s and Men’s Head Diving Coach (Massachusetts Institute of Technology / Cambridge, MA): Part-time position that works with the coaching staff on all facets of the diving program to include coaching, advising, recruiting admin work, travel, compliance and other duties as assigned. (DIII) To apply, e-mail: frenchm@mit.edu

 

Director Of Athletic Tickets (Oral Roberts University / Tulsa, OK): Responsible for all facets of ticket sales to ORU athletic events, including season ticket sales, renewals, group sales, community events, and ticket promotions. (DI) More details HERE.

Head Athletic Trainer (The Catholic University of America / Washington, DC): Be part of a growing health/wellness and performance department in the department of athletics at Catholic University as the Head Athletic Trainer. (DIII) More details HERE.

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