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Concordia (TX) taps Assoc. AD/Women’s Basketball HC Matt Wallis as Interim AD. (link)

Postseason Updates…

+ The Men’s Basketball bracket is live with Wesleyan, NYU, Wisconsin-Platteville and Trinity (CT) as the top four teams. The last four at-large teams in, per the NPI rankings, were TCNJ, Chicago, Catholic and Gettysburg who made the tournament by 0.4 points over Gustavus Adolphus. (link - bracket, link - rankings)

+ Bowdoin, NYU, Scranton, Baldwin Wallace, Whitman, Illinois Wesleyan, Gustavus Adolphus and Gettysburg were the top eight Women’s Basketball teams in the NPI. The last four in: Bates, SUNY Brockport, Wisconsin-Stevens Point and Wisconsin-La Crosse, who edged Mary-Hardin Baylor by 0.194. (link - bracket, link - rankings)

+ Check out the latest Men’s (link) and Women’s (link) Ice Hockey NPI rankings.

Notable from D3hoops on the WBB bracket: “[The bracket] doesn't have Whitman, No. 5 in NPI, hosting in the first weekend, and that's presumably because they didn't get budget approval for the one extra flight it would have required to bring three teams to Washington. Having that extra flight could have saved having two WIAC teams in the same pod of four, where UW-La Crosse and UW-Whitewater could potentially meet in the second round.” (link); On the men’s side: “How about Claremont-Mudd-Scripps getting on a plane to head to Ramapo to play Ramapo in northern New Jersey? That's a pod of four teams where Drew is the highest seed, but chose not to put in their paperwork to host because of facilities conflicts. Franklin & Marshall is also an unexpected host, the benefit of Randolph-Macon not being able to play men's games at home this weekend. In odd numbered years, the women's teams have priority on hosting in the first weekend, and the Randolph-Macon women clearly will be hosting. Similarly, York (PA) will be hosting a pod because NYU cannot, and Chicago will be hosting a pod instead of Illinois Wesleyan. Chicago is hosting because the school is within 500 miles of all three schools, where St. John's is not.” (link)

Of note, the NCAA has distributed new guidance on the timeline to opt into or out of the House settlement as a memo indicates March 1 for those who intend or “believe they are likely to provide benefits. [...] The March 1 date is intended to provide an estimate of the volume of institutions that will need to be onboarded and trained.” Further, the formal opt-in timeline is no later than June 15 with the caveat of “If the settlement is not approved by June 15, 2025, this date will be revisited.” (link)

@1QLeadership Question: How do you integrate a leadership philosophy that emphasizes collaboration and informed decision-making within an athletics department?

Dr. Jackie Shuman, Vice Chancellor and Director of Athletics and Recreation at UMass Boston, discussing her leadership philosophy and approach to decision-making within college athletics.

• Gather as much insight as possible from stakeholders who have the most to gain or lose from a decision

• Consider the timing and level of impact of decision

• Regularly reassess the department's organization, processes, and priorities

• Conduct executive leadership retreats to evaluate progress, restructure meetings, and adapt to changes in the college athletics landscape

Dr. Schuman emphasizes collaborative leadership, stakeholder engagement, and prioritizes safety when making decisions as a leader on campus. 🎧 on Apple Podcast, Spotify or YouTube.

The NCAA’s eligibility rules may be in “serious legal trouble,” according to Boise State (DI) professor Sam Ehrlich, who cites the rash of recent lawsuits, including one filed by current USF (DI)/former Oklahoma (DI) women’s golfer Holly McLean. The case, Ehrlich writes, has a “positively awful fact pattern for the NCAA: a sympathetic plaintiff who has been hurt entirely by the NCAA’s own lack of foresight and proactivity. And—terrifyingly for the NCAA—McLean’s lawsuit could lead to massive ripple effects, given that she is challenging a rule most sacred to any sports league’s governance structure: NCAA Bylaw 14.5.5.2 (the ‘Competition in Year of Transfer’ Rule).” At the heart of the matter is the House settlement’s new roster limits, and Ehrlich notes the roster limits were the reason Oklahoma informed McLean and others in November 2024 they would lose their scholarships and roster spots after the 2025 spring semester. McLean proactively transferred to USF; however, Ehrlich points out that “one month before OU cut her, McLean had participated in the OU Schooner Fall Classic…[and] the NCAA said that her play in this tournament counted as participation for OU in the 2024-25 school year.” As such, McLean could not compete for USF in the Spring 2025 semester. USF applied for a waiver on the grounds that McLean’s transfer was beyond her control and was encouraged by OU. The NCAA denied the waiver as well as a subsequent appeal. McLean therefore sued, arguing that her inability to compete would cost her potential NIL opportunities. Ehrlich: “While I’m fairly confident that even if McLean wins, the judge won’t throw out the entire Competition in Year of Transfer Rule, a McLean victory would certainly put some cracks in it. Enough to allow for mid-season transfers all across the NCAA? Probably not. But given that McLean is almost certainly not the only athlete in this situation, it’s not a possibility that can be ruled out.” (link)

The Minnesota Vikings have partnered with Bethel (MN), Concordia (MN), Gustavus Adolphus, Northwestern-St. Paul, Wisconsin-Stout and Augustana (DII) to support the addition of Women’s Flag Football. The team will pay $140K to fund a new league and support the programs at these six schools. This comes as the Vikings are supporting the sport becoming sanctioned by the state with the first high school league coming this spring. Northwestern AD Matt Hill: “I think that it will be a recruiting piece in the future, for us to say we offer flag, whether it’s a standalone sport or it’s a supplement to your regular sport [for other varsity athletes]. It’s definitely an opportunity for us to grow our enrollment.” (link, link)

The NCAA and Wilson Sporting Goods extend their partnership for the DI, DII and DIII Men’s and Women’s Tennis Championships. Wilson will continue to provide the official tennis balls and accessories to the NCAA. (link)

Keuka launches the Performance 360 student-athlete development program. AD Jon Accardi will lead the initiative, alongside Strength & Conditioning HC Ryan Johnson and Women’s Volleyball HC/Leadership Programming Coordinator Rachel Fiser to help student-athletes excel in their physical, mental and professional performance. Accardi: “Performance 360 is about more than just building stronger athletes. We're giving students the tools they need to perform at their best both on the field and long after they leave Keuka College. This program reflects our commitment to holistic growth and continued improvement in everything our student-athletes do.” (link)

Southwestern Men's Basketball HC Connor Kuykendall is no longer leading the Pirates. (link)

Quick Hits…

+ John Carroll Men’s Track & Field student-athlete Basheer Alramahi broke the DIII record in the 500 meter dash. (link)

+ For the second time in a month, Wisconsin-La Crosse Men’s Track student-athlete Sam Blaskowski broke his own DIII record in the 60 meter dash with a 6.60. (link)

The NFL, MLB, NCAA and NASCAR support a bill in Congress that would give state and local law enforcement the ability to disable drones during sporting events, which the leagues say have become an increasing threat. The Disabling Enemy Flight Entry and Neutralizing Suspect Equipment (DEFENSE) Act, sponsored by U.S. Senators Tom Cotton (R-AR) and Jacky Rosen (D-NV), would provide "the tools for local and state law enforcement to protect citizens," Cotton tells ESPN’s Tisha Thompson, adding: “Local law enforcement already protects the perimeter of these events. We already expect them to stop a dump truck that would cause harm, so we need to also give them the tools to protect the airspace from weapons and biological threats." NCAA SVP of External Affairs Tim Buckley adds: "For several years, the NCAA has expressed concern for the threat that unauthorized drones pose at NCAA championships and college sporting events. The safety of the competitors, fans, and staff that work at NCAA events is our top priority." NFL Chief Security Officer Cathy Lanier in December told Congress that “earlier this year, Islamic State propaganda specifically encouraged attacks on stadiums, including referencing the Paris Summer Olympics. Social media posts recently threatened drone attacks at the Cricket World Cup on Long Island." (link)

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(NEW!) Head Women's Volleyball Coach (Penn State Harrisburg / Middletown, PA): Penn State Harrisburg Athletics is seeking candidates for the position of Head Women's Volleyball Coach. More details HERE.

(NEW!) Head Women's Volleyball Coach (Augsburg University / Minneapolis, MN): The coach is responsible for planning and administration of the program. They provide vision, leadership and oversight for student-athletes, recruits, alumnae, parents and supporters of the program. More details HERE.

(NEW!) Assistant Field Hockey Coach (Stevens Institute of Technology / Hoboken, NJ): Job Title: Assistant Field Hockey Coach Salary Range: Commensurate with experience Department: Athletics & Recreation Reports to: Head Field Hockey Coach. More details HERE.

Athletic Director (Nevada State University / Henderson, NV): Nevada State University invites applications for the position of Athletic Director. More details HERE.

Director of Major Gifts (USA Triathlon / Colorado Springs, CO): Director of Major Gifts sought to drive philanthropic goals, build donor relationships, and support Vision LA2028—funding U.S. athletes for the Olympic & Paralympic Games. Strong, in-field fundraiser. More details HERE.

Assistant Field Hockey Coach (Lebanon Valley College / Annville, PA): Provide individual and team instruction, skill development and technique, conditioning, and game preparation for team members. More details HERE.

Assistant Football Coach, Offensive Coordinator (Whitworth University / Spokane, WA): Whitworth University is seeking a dedicated and passionate Assistant Football Coach, Offensive Coordinator to join our coaching staff. More details HERE.

Assistant Women’s Soccer Coach/Facilities Assistant (Vassar College / Poughkeepsie, NY): Vassar College invites applications for the position of Assistant Women’s Soccer Coach/Facilities Assistant. More details HERE.

Assistant Vice President of Athletics (Lake Forest College / Lake Forest, IL): Lead a top-tier NCAA DIII athletics program at Lake Forest College, fostering student-athlete achievement, strategic campus collaboration, and advancing a Tradition of Excellence in Forester Athletics. More details HERE.

Head Women’s Flag Football Coach (Ripon College / Ripon, WI): Ripon College, an NCAA DIII institution and member of the Midwest Conference, seeks a dynamic and driven individual to serve as the inaugural Head Coach for its new Women’s Flag Football program. More details HERE.

Assistant Coach Men's and Women's Tennis (Full-time) (Connecticut College / New London, CT): Connecticut College, a private liberal arts institution in New London, CT and a member of the NESCAC and NCAA DIII, is seeking a full-time assistant coach for our women’s & men’s tennis programs. More details HERE.

Associate Director of Athletics, Wellness & Recreation/Business Manager (SUNY New Paltz / New Paltz, NY): SUNY New Paltz seeks applicants for the role of Associate Director of Athletics, Wellness & Recreation/Business Manager in the Department of Athletics, Wellness, & Recreation. More details HERE.

Assistant Professor of Physical Education/Associate Director of Athletics (Washington & Lee University / Lexington, VA): We are recruiting to fill an opening for Associate Director of Athletics for Facilities and Operations. This is a 12-month, non-tenure track, faculty position with a rank of Assistant Professor. More details HERE.

Director, Information Technology (Short's Travel Management / Waterloo, IA): The Director, Information Technology will drive innovation, support the growth of our technology infrastructure, and help shape our strategic IT direction. More details HERE.

Men's and Women's Track and Field Coach (Hope College / Holland, MI): Hope College has an immediate opening for the position of Head Men’s and Women’s Track and Field Coach. More details HERE.

Director of Intercollegiate Athletics (Westminster College – Missouri / Fulton, MO): The Director of Intercollegiate Athletics will play a vital role in the leadership, supervision, compliance, and daily management of the Intercollegiate Athletics Department and related activities. More details HERE.

Director of Athletics (Bates College / Lewiston, ME): Bates seeks a strategic and dynamic leader with a desire and ability to lead a department that values competitive success, academic rigor, and maximizing the potential of all student-athletes. More details HERE.

Graduate Assistant Men's Lacrosse Coach (University of Dubuque / Dubuque, IA): Graduate assistant position that assists the staff in all aspects of the operation of the lacrosse program to include but not limited to: recruiting, travel, video, scouting and team evaluation. More details HERE.

Graduate Assistant Men's Wrestling Coach (University of Dubuque / Dubuque, IA): Graduate assistant position that assists the staff in all aspects of the operation of the wrestling program to include but not limited to: recruiting, travel, video, scouting and team evaluation. More details HERE.

Director of Athletics (University of Puget Sound / Tacoma, WA): A creative, strategic, and relationship-oriented leader who can build a championship athletics program, secure financial resources, and foster a positive, supportive environment for the department. More details HERE.

Associate Athletic Director - Major Gifts (Wayne State University / Detroit, MI): Provide leadership and direction for the Athletics Development Office. Develop and manage fundraising strategies and initiatives for Athletics. (DII) More details HERE.

Director of Sports Medicine/Head Athletic Trainer (Buena Vista University / Storm Lake, IA): Manage AT operations & oversee sports medicine for 21 varsity sports. Arrange for injury and illness treatment by team physicians and other medical personnel, Supervise AT Staff. $6,000 signing bonus. More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Trainer (Buena Vista University / Storm Lake, IA): Coordinate care, prevention, & treatment of athletic injury for student-athletes participating in 21 NCAA III varsity sports programs. Sports assignments are flexible & a $5,000 signing bonus. More details HERE.

Manager, Athletic Facilities - Student Affairs (Washington University in St. Louis / St Louis, MO): The Manager of Athletic Facilities will work in collaboration with administration to provide strategic planning & oversight for the execution of designated day-to-day operations of A&R facilities. More details HERE.

Assistant Women's Soccer Coach & Assistant Equipment Room Manager (Luther College / Decorah, IA): The Assistant Women's soccer coach is an integral part of practices, competitions, recruitment, and the professional development of student athletes. More details HERE.

Graduate Assistant Women's Wrestling Coach (University of Dubuque / Dubuque, IA): Graduate assistant position that assists the staff in all aspects of the operation of the women’s wrestling program to include but not limited to: recruiting, travel, video, scouting and social media. More details HERE.

Graduate Assistant Softball Coach (University of Dubuque / Dubuque, IA): Graduate assistant position that assists the staff in all aspects of the operation of the softball program to include but not limited to: recruiting, travel, video, scouting and social media. More details HERE.

Graduate Assistant Volleyball Coach (University of Dubuque / Dubuque, IA): Graduate asst. position that assists the staff in all aspects of the operation of the women’s volleyball program to include but not limited to: recruiting, travel, video, scouting and social media. More details HERE.

Director of Intercollegiate Athletics (Westminster College – Missouri / Fulton, MO): As an integral member of Westminster College, the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics reports directly to the Vice President of Enrollment Management and Student Services. More details HERE.

Executive Director (Intercollegiate Sailing Association (ICSA) / Boston, MA): Seeking a passionate and highly organized Executive Director to lead operations of collegiate sailing. Full-time remote position (East Coast preferred); required travel to major sailing events. More details HERE.

Head Men's Soccer Coach (Colby College / Waterville, ME): The Colby College Department of Athletics seeks a full-time head coach of men’s soccer who is responsible for the leadership, direction, instruction and supervision of the men’s soccer program. More details HERE.

Assistant Softball Coach (Saint Mary's University of Minnesota / Winona, MN): Serve as full time assistant softball coach for a NCAA Division III intercollegiate women’s softball program on the rise, coming off both a regular season & conference championship & NCAA appearance. More details HERE.

Assistant Volleyball Coach (Lycoming College / Williamsport, PA): This position is responsible for assisting Head Coach in all aspects of Lycoming College’s NCAA Division III women’s volleyball programs. More details HERE.

Women’s Volleyball Assistant Coach (Johns Hopkins University / Baltimore, MD): The Hopkins Athletics department seeks an innovative and forward-thinking Women’s Volleyball Assistant Coach. 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.

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.

Peak Performance Coach (Allegheny College / Meadville, PA): Responsible for all aspects of the College’s in-season and off-season programming related to athletic performance, coaching, and injury prevention for all varsity sport athletes. 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. More details HERE.

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