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The D2 CCA penned a letter to the DII Football Committee and DII Championships Committee asking for the Football postseason bracket to be expanded from 28 to 32 teams as soon as this fall or by 2026 at the latest, with the D2 CCA’s unanimous support. The group is also “nearly unanimous” in its support for adding a 12th week of the regular season to align it with the schedule for FCS and DIII, no later than the 2026 season. On bracket expansion, the group points to DII policy that calls for the exploration of expansion when a bracket comprises over 50% AQs, which DII football now has following the passage of recent AQ legislation. Further: “Filling each Super Region’s bracket achieves enhanced fairness by eliminating byes. With the current bracketing flexibility that does not seed road teams, having four first-round matchups provides additional flexibility for the committee in creating matchups that avoid flights, and there would be increased flexibility in avoiding conference matchups, both of which are priorities in D-II football’s bracketing procedures.” In arguing for week 12, the D2 CCA cites a former Sports Science Institute representative who called playing 11 games in 11 weeks “the definition of insanity.” Further, they point to such a solution as a way to mitigate the drive for conferences with an odd number of members to pursue expansion from other leagues and open the door for more conferences to play a conference championship game. On the media implications, the commissioners prioritize “changing the D-II football calendar to align with FCS and Division III, even if it risks the potential loss of linear television distribution, though D2CCA is optimistic that linear distribution can be maintained with our existing broadcast partner. Additionally, if Division II were to make this change, there is value for NCAA football to have all of its championships crowned in January, and there are many opportunities that can be cultivated if FCS, D-II, and D-III all crowned champions the same weekend.” Also of note from a risk consultant on moving to week 12: “the more you look like everyone else, the more that legal risk is reduced.” (link, link - Full letter)

Ferrum (DIII) has been accepted into the two-year DII expedited membership process as the Panthers are set to join Conference Carolinas. (link)

The NCAA Committee on Women’s Athletics is recommending all divisions sponsor legislation to add Women’s Flag Football as an emerging sport, as “At least 65 NCAA schools are sponsoring women's flag football at either the club or varsity levels this year, with more slated to join in 2026.” Charlotte (DI) Executive Assoc. AD/Committee on Women’s Athletics Ragean Hill: “The growth of flag football will be exciting to watch in the NCAA as women's sports continue to generate more visibility and opportunities for female student-athletes to excel academically and athletically. The Committee on Women's Athletics wants to thank RCX Sports Foundation and USA Football for submitting the application. CWA looks forward to flag football being added to the Emerging Sports for Women program and watching the sport's exciting journey to NCAA championship status in the future.” (link)

The Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has rescinded the Biden administration’s guidance on NIL compensation. Acting Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights Craig Trainor calls the guidance “overly burdensome, profoundly unfair, and it goes well beyond what agency guidance is intended to achieve. Without a credible legal justification, the Biden Administration claimed that NIL agreements between schools and student athletes are akin to financial aid and must, therefore, be proportionately distributed between male and female athletes under Title IX. Enacted over 50 years ago, Title IX says nothing about how revenue-generating athletics programs should allocate compensation among student athletes. The claim that Title IX forces schools and colleges to distribute student-athlete revenues proportionately based on gender equity considerations is sweeping and would require clear legal authority to support it. That does not exist. Accordingly, the Biden NIL guidance is rescinded.” (link); Congresswoman Lori Trahan (D-MA) responds: “College sports may change, but schools' legal obligations under Title IX doesn't. If Donald Trump and Republicans in Congress won't defend women's sports, the courts will have to.” (link); Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) also weighs in: “Government intervention and mandates kill opportunities for athletes, especially in women's and Olympic sports. I am glad President Trump and his administration have righted this wrong.” (link)

Saint Martin’s has received a record $1.5M donation from an anonymous donor to kickstart its Baseball facility renovation project. President Bill Brownsberger: “This generous gift underscores the unwavering support of our community for the vision and mission of Saint Martin's. By investing in our baseball program, this donor is helping us provide a first-class athletic experience that aligns with our Catholic Benedictine values and creates opportunities for our student-athletes to thrive both on and off the field.” (link)

St. Edward’s rolls out its new athletics mission, vision and core values. Vision: “St. Edward's Athletics aspires to be an elite Division II intercollegiate program that will compete for championships and set the standard for excellence.” Core Values: Academic excellence, accountability, commitment, family, fun, honesty, integrity, respect. AD Jim Sarra: “There are many paths to success, but defining one tailored to St. Edward's University is critical. We are in a time of investment and growth in SEU Athletics, and we needed some guidelines to ensure we do both correctly. Our pursuit of competitive success, including winning championships, must align with St. Edward's University's broader vision and mission. To ensure sustainable success, we will build a culture that reflects the University's values of ambition, integrity, and the principles of the Holy Cross Mission, fostering excellence on and off the field.” (link)

Deal Digest:

+ The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania partners with Integrity Compliance 360 to provide the IC360 Education Program to its NCAA and two-year institutions. (link)

+ Teamworks announces a strategic partnership with Pro Football Focus to integrate Teamworks Intelligence with PFF data to deliver advanced predictive analytics to college football. (link)

Sul Ross State hires prep coach/former Baylor (DI)/Texas Tech (DI) AC Lee Hays as Football HC. AD Amanda Workman: "We are excited to bring Lobo football into a new era with Coach Hays. His experience in DI, DII, the Lone Star Conference, and Texas high school football are invaluable to our student-athletes and coaches. I would like to thank the search committee for assisting in this process." (link)

Southwest Baptist Football HC Robert Clardy has resigned after 18 years as a coach and four as a student-athlete in Bolivar to become the HC at Bolivar High School. SBU will work with Bechler Leadership to find the Bearcats’ next HC. (link, link)

Coaches.wire:

+ Eastern New Mexico removes the interim tag from Women’s Soccer HC Nona Borden. (link)

+ Grand Valley State selects Iowa (DI) Assoc. HC Katelyn Longino as its new Women’s Soccer HC. (link)

+ King hires Spartanburg Methodist (NAIA) Women’s Soccer HC Kyle Campbell for the same role in Bristol. (link)

+ New Mexico Highlands Softball HC Marc Benjamin has resigned during the season. Former Colorado-Colorado Springs HC Scott Peterson will serve as Interim HC, effective immediately. (link)

+ USC Beaufort selects Trine (DIII) Women’s Soccer HC Gary Boughton for the same role leading the Sand Sharks. (link)

+ This morning’s edition of Coaches.wire is ready for your review. (link)

More Higher Ed:

+ Saint Leo President Ed Dadez announces his retirement after two and a half years leading the university. (link)

+ Chadron State President Ron Patterson is one of four finalists for the open presidential role at Murray State (DI). (link)

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(NEW!) Media Relations (Southwest Baptist University / Bolivar, MO): The Southwest Baptist University Athletics Media Relations Graduate Assistant will work alongside the SBU Director of Media Relations to help cover 21 NCAA Varsity sports. More details HERE.

SAAS Academic Fellowship (Florida State University / Tallahassee, FL): FSU is offering multiple 1-year Student-Athlete Academic Services Fellowships (May 2025-May 2026), focusing on academic advising, NCAA eligibility, support services, and holistic student development. (DI) More details HERE.

Athletic Director (Fort Hays State University / Hays, KS): The Athletic Director is responsible for the administration and management of the University’s intercollegiate athletics programs, which include nearly 500 student athletes, coaches and employees More details HERE.

Assistant Director of Premium Seating & Hospitality (University of South Carolina / Columbia, SC): Responsible for overseeing aspects of premium seating areas at football, basketball and baseball including primary management of gameday readiness and execution, staffing, and hospitality. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Director for External Relations (Texas Woman's University / Denton, TX): Join a dynamic team within a growing NCAA DII athletic department that is experiencing new heights of success. More details HERE.

Assistant Coach of Track & Field and Cross Country (University of Wisconsin – Parkside / Kenosha, WI): Under the general supervision of the Dir. of Track & Field and Cross Country, the Asst. Coach of Track & Field and Cross Country will assist with the operation and management of the XCTF program. More details HERE.

Head Coach - Women's Soccer (St. Lawrence University / Canton, NY): St. Lawrence University invites applications for a Head Coach for Women’s Soccer. (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Director of Compliance and Student (Lincoln University / Jefferson City, MO): Assistant Athletics Director for Compliance and Student Success is charged with executing the day-to-day management and operation of the athletics compliance office. More details HERE.

Director of Development, Athletic Donor Relations and Stewardship (Texas Christian University / Fort Worth Texas, TX): Lead the events, stewardship, and donor relations efforts for the TCU Frog Club. This integral role has management responsibility and will strategize the donor journey of supporters at all levels. (DI) More details HERE.

Head Athletic Trainer (Eastern New Mexico University / Portales, NM): The Head Athletic Trainer will develop, coordinate and administer a comprehensive sports medical program for ENMU intercollegiate sports. More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Trainer (Eastern New Mexico University / Portales, NM): NCAA Division II institution and a member of the Lone Star Conference, is seeking applicants for an assistant athletic trainer full-time. More details HERE.

Program and Financial Specialist (St. Olaf College / Northfield, MN): Manage faculty-led program development and implementation Work collaboratively with faculty; on-site partners to establish location specific learning opportunities for a suite of semester programs. (DIII) More details HERE.

Sports Performance Coach (Missouri Western State University / St Joseph, MO): MWSU seeks a Sports Performance Coach who will provide comprehensive sports performance programs with the goal of improving sports performance and mitigating injury potential for all athletic teams. More details HERE.

Head Coach - Gymnastics (Southern Connecticut University / New Haven, CT): Provides strategic leadership for a competitive gymnastics program within a university environment that promotes student engagement, athletic achievement, academic success, overall well-being, and persistence to graduation. More details HERE.

Assistant Men's Soccer Coach (Coker University / Hartsville, SC): Coker University is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach. Coker is a member of NCAA Division II and competes in the South Atlantic Conference. More details HERE.

Director of Athletics (Goucher College / Baltimore, MD): The Director of Athletics is responsible for organizing and administering all aspects of the College’s NCAA Division III intercollegiate athletics program and IHSA equestrian program. (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Director for Facilities and Operations (University of Missouri – St. Louis / St. Louis, MO): Position plays a vital leadership role in ensuring the smooth management and operation of athletic facilities with the ability to collaborate and be a part of a team striving for excellence. More details HERE.

Head Coach Baseball/Physical Education & Wellness Instructor (Massachusetts Institute of Technology – MIT / Cambridge, MA): Full-time (10-month appointment) benefits eligible position, responsibilities will include the management and oversight of all facets of the MIT Baseball program. (DIII) More details HERE.

Associate Head Coach - Women's Golf (San Jose State University / San Jose, CA): Assist the HC in management of all phases of the W. Golf program, including recruiting, team travel, student-athlete services, competition scheduling, budget management, and community/donor relations. (DI) More details HERE.

Director of Athletics (Rowan University / Glassboro, NJ): Establishes policies and procedures that achieve the parallel goals of developing quality, competitive athletics teams and supporting the individual educational goals of student-athletes. (DIII) More details HERE. The D3.dossier for this position is available HERE.

Director of Equipment Operations (Tarleton State University / Stephenville, TX): The Director for Equipment Operations is a highly skilled and motivated individual who serves in a leadership role and is responsible for managing the equipment operations for all Division I sports. (DI) More details HERE.

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