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The MEAC should focus expansion efforts on DII HBCUs, according to The Analyst’s Gene Clemons, who writes: “MEAC expansion like this would be familiar in the FCS. The move up by D-II programs is not unprecedented in other conferences in recent years as Merrimack, Lindenwood, LIU, Mercyhurst, North Alabama, Stonehill, Tarleton State and West Georgia have made that ascent. All provide realistic road maps for DII HBCU programs to follow. In fact, DII HBCUs have more than held their own in games against the FCS HBCUs. Last year, the DIIs won five times against FCS programs.” Along with Virginia State, Clemons posits that “Virginia Union and Fayetteville State have been the class of CIAA football, and both would make excellent additions to the MEAC because of their location and proximity to other schools within the conference. VUU, like Virginia State, would fit perfectly in the Mid-States with Norfolk State, Howard, Delaware (State) and Morgan State, while Fayetteville State would work perfectly in the south with North Carolina Central and South Carolina State. Over in the SIAC, no DII HBCU was more impressive in 2022 and ‘23 than Benedict College, amassing a 22-2 record in that time. … Such MEAC expansion would increase the number of member schools and allow the conference to offer a football championship game at the end of the season to determine its Celebration Bowl participant – just like the SWAC.” (link)

Facility Features:

+ Nova Southeastern has completed its new multi-million-dollar Softball stadium. Interim AD John Sung: “This new facility is a testament to the success and growth of our programs, and it reflects the journey we've taken as a university. From our transition as the Knights to the Sharks, our softball team has consistently risen to the challenge, making waves on the national stage. With multiple conference championships and a recent appearance in the NCAA College World Series, the bar has been set high-but this complex gives us the ability to aim higher." (link)

+ Emporia State will cut the ribbon on its newly renovated John “Doc” Baxter Athletic Training and Human Performance Lab next week. (link)

It’s Personnel:

+ Edward Waters promotes Assoc. AD for Student Services/SWA Ashley Conner to Deputy AD. (link)

+ Palm Beach Atlantic promotes Director of Athletic and Recreational Facilities and Operations Jordan DeFilippo to Asst. AD for Athletic and Recreational Facilities and Operations and Cole Helman from Director to Asst. AD for Athletic Communications. (link, link)

+ Minot State Asst. AD for Internal Operations Ryan Beckner has accepted a similar role at Troy (DI). (link)

Ferris State will add STUNT as its 18th varsity sport, starting next fall. AD Steve Brockelbank: “This is an emerging sport that quickly continues to grow and is a great fit for our institution and department. It will also positively impact our cheer program and gameday atmosphere.” FSU selects Morgan State (DI) Acrobatics & Tumbling Assoc. HC Perrmella Harris as its inaugural HC. (link)

The CACC and NSIC partner with Spry to assist with members’ compliance and management needs. (link, link)

U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Representative Paul Tonko (D-NY) have introduced the Supporting Affordability and Fairness with Every Bet Act (SAFE Bet Act), which would enact sweeping new federal regulations on gambling companies, including a requirement to set limits on how much sports bettors wager and how often they can place bets. The bill would also establish a nationwide ban on sports betting, requiring the 38 states who have already legalized it to go through a new application process with the U.S. Justice Department. The U.S. Attorney General would then approve or reject applications, with approvals only lasting for a three-year period. Blumenthal: "State regulation is faint-hearted and half-baked. That's why we need a national standard. Not to ban gambling but simply to take back control over an industry that is out of bounds." American Gaming Association SVP of Government Relations Chris Cylke is unsurprisingly opposed to the SAFE Bet Act: “Introducing heavy-handed federal prohibitions is a slap in the face to state legislatures and gaming regulators who have dedicated countless time and resources to developing thoughtful frameworks unique to their jurisdictions.” (link)

We offer our deepest condolences to the West Virginia State community following the passing of Football student-athlete Jyilek Harrington during an off-campus incident that is being investigated by law enforcement officials. (link)

Coaches.wire:

+ Concordia Irvine Men’s and Women’s Tennis HC Ellie Johnson is headed to Cal State Fullerton (DI) as its Women’s Tennis HC. (link)

+ Southern Connecticut State Softball HC Jillian Rispoli has resigned. SCSU taps Springfield (DIII) HC Kate Bowen as Interim HC. (link)

+ St. Edward’s selects UHSP (NAIA) Competitive Cheerleading/Mascot HC Sean Garland as Cheer/STUNT HC. (link)

+ Check out this morning’s edition of Coaches.wire, which features changes in the coaching ranks from all sports over the last 48 hours. (link)

More Higher Ed:

+ Hawaii announces the two finalists for its presidency are CUNY Provost Wendy Hensel and Western Michigan (DI) Provost Julian Vasquez Heilig. The two will meet with the university community later this month. (link)

+ Lincoln (MO) has terminated its formal relationship with its alumni association after the Lincoln University of Missouri Alumni Association failed to meet a September 1 deadline for an independent financial audit. (link)

+ Tampa will drop UT as a nickname and now go by UTampa. (link)

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(NEW!) Executive Director of the Bulldog Foundation/Assistant/Associate Athletics Director (Fresno State / Fresno, CA): Reporting to the Senior Associate AD for Development, this position oversees the Bulldog Foundation's annual giving program and staff, including solicitation, retention, and stewardship strategies. (DI) More details HERE.

(NEW!) Assistant Director of Wrestling (Emmanuel University (Georgia) / Franklin Springs, GA): Are you Lion material?? Emmanuel University, located in NE Georgia, has an immediate opening for a full-time Assistant Director of Wrestling to assist with both men’s and women’s wrestling programs. More details HERE.

(NEW!) Head Men's and Women's Tennis Coach (Michigan Technological University / Houghton, MI): Oversee the direction of the Men’s and Women’s Varsity Tennis programs at the NCAA Division II level. More details HERE.

Assistant/Associate/Senior Associate Athletic Director for Championship Resources (University of North Alabama / Florence, AL): Position is responsible for the fundraising activities for the division of Athletics, with primary emphasis on increasing philanthropic engagement on behalf of the division. (DI) More details HERE.

Director of Intercollegiate Athletics (University of Illinois at Chicago / Chicago, IL): Reporting to the University Chancellor, the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics will be part of an outstanding leadership team for the University focused on broad, far-reaching impact. (DI) More details HERE. The D1.dossier for this position is available HERE.

Assistant Athletic Trainer (The College of New Jersey / Ewing, NJ): Responsibilities of the Assistant Athletic Trainer include assisting in providing athletic training services to varsity intercollegiate athletes. (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant Coach, Men's & Women's Swimming (Gannon University / Erie, PA): The assistant coach will assist in coaching, managing, and directing all aspects of a competitive, NCAA Division II, intercollegiate swimming program. More details HERE.

Assistant Women's Tennis Coach (University of South Carolina / Columbia, SC): Assistant coach will support the women’s tennis program at the University of South Carolina by assisting with coaching, recruiting, and providing essential logistical support. (DI) More details HERE.

Vice President for Athletics (Hanover College / Hanover, IN): The vice president for athletics at Hanover College oversees all aspects of Hanover’s NCAA Division III athletic program. (DIII) More details HERE.

Associate Athletic Director of External Relations (Lewis University / Romeoville, IL): The Associate Athletic Director for External Operations position will collaborate with internal and external constituents for strategic planning of the athletic department and university. More details HERE.

Assistant Director, Athletic Development and External Affairs (Texas A&M International University / Laredo, TX): Assists Development Officers and Institutional Advancement in securing philanthropic support for athletics. More details HERE.

Athletic Trainer (Texas A&M International University / Laredo, TX): The Athletic Trainer prevents, cares and treats injuries to athletes using necessary knowledge of injury patterns and modern principles of athletic training. More details HERE.

Head Women’s Lacrosse Coach (Grand Valley State University / Allendale, MI): Position serves as the leader of the NCAA intercollegiate women’s lacrosse program that recruits and retains quality student-athletes who achieve student-athlete success on and off from the field. More details HERE.

Director of Athletics Communications (National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) / Kansas City, MO): The Director of Athletics Communications is responsible for the leadership and oversight of the department's day-to-day operations. (NAIA) More details HERE.

Director of Athletics Media Relations (Coker University / Hartsville, SC): Director of Athletics Media Relations. More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Trainer (University of Texas at Dallas / Richardson, TX): UTD seeks experienced and energetic athletic trainer who will provide education, assessment, treatment and prevention services for athletic-related injuries and illnesses. More details HERE.

Assistant Men’s and Women’s Swimming Coach (Grand Valley State University / Allendale, MI): Reports to the Head Swimming and Diving Coach and assists in all aspects of the program, including and not limited to, coaching, recruiting, camps and swim lessons. More details HERE.

Director of Advancement & Stewardship (Rose Bowl Stadium / Pasadena, CA): The Rose Bowl Legacy Foundation, the 501c3 of the Rose Bowl Stadium, is recruiting for a Dir. of Advancement & Stewardship to support the preservation, protection and enhancement of America's Stadium. More details HERE.

Head Softball Coach (Adelphi University / Garden City, NY): The head softball coach is responsible for the recruitment and retention of quality student-athletes. More details HERE.

Director of Intercollegiate Athletics (University of Indianapolis / Indianapolis, IN): The University of Indianapolis (UIndy) seeks an experienced, relational, and strategic leader to serve as the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics (AD). More details HERE.

Director of Athletics (Knox College / Galesburg, IL): Reporting to the President and serving on the President’s, the Director of Athletics oversees operations of the College's intercollegiate athletics program, as well as campus recreation. (DIII) More details HERE.

Ticket Sales & Service Manager (Pepperdine University / Malibu, CA): The Ticket Sales and Service Manager is responsible for managing the Pepperdine Athletics Ticket Office needs for indicated sports regularly, while managing postseason ticketing needs for all sports. (DI) More details HERE.

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