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Postseason Updates…
+ Bowdoin, Gettysburg, Illinois Wesleyan and Scranton will serve as hosts for the Women’s Basketball sectionals. Full bracket. (link)
+ NYU, Trinity (CT), Wesleyan and Wisconsin-La Crosse will host Men’s Basketball sectionals. (link)
+ The Men’s (link) and Women’s (link) Ice Hockey brackets have been released.
+ Check out the qualifiers for this year’s Indoor Track & Field Championships have been released. (link)

NYU AD Jake Olkkola sits down with D3.ticker’s Anthony Grassi at the 2025 NCAA Convention to discuss stepping into the chair, positioning the Violets for success and more. Coming from Johns Hopkins, Olkkola saw NYU to be a “sleeping giant” as he went through the search process. One significant area of opportunity was the hunger to partner with athletics from the rest of the institution, with student-athlete health and well-being top of mind followed by development as he described athletics fundraising as “still in its infancy” relative to the university’s efforts. On the approach he brings to NYU: “Coming from Johns Hopkins and having the opportunity and really the privilege of working in that space, back-to-back Directors’ Cup champions, I bring a championship mindset. I'm very competitive, so I want our teams to do well, and I want to give our students a phenomenal experience, a top tier experience. We talked about health and well-being, we talked about our facilities, we talked about investing in the things that are going to allow them to really, really be the best and compete for championships. Last year was a number five Directors’ Cup finish for NYU, best in school history, which is unbelievable. That's an incredible springboard to be jumping from and we've had some of these strong finishes this year. So we're going to just continue to modernize our systems.” One update early in his tenure was the department’s mission statement to “Excel Together,” which was born out of a 15-member mission statement working group. “It's really the foundation as I see it; our mission is the foundation of any organization. So we couldn't start doing our day-to-day thing and making investments and doing all this if we didn't know, well, who are we and what are we actually about.” More on BOSCA. (link)

Exploratory member Regent has been approved as a provisional member with the Royals to become a full DIII member in 2028-29. (link)

The Championships Committee has recommended the Strategic Planning and Finance Committee double the streaming stipend for preliminary-round Football hosts from $1K to $2K to help offset costs associated with a second camera. The committee also tabled a waiver for the Little East to receive an AQ in Women’s Ice Hockey starting in 2026 “until further precedent information is gathered.” Also of note, the NCAA is conducting a review of all championship ticketing policies. (link)

Mary Washington has renamed its soccer field after former long-time Men’s Soccer HC Roy Gordon as it continues to work toward raising $500K to upgrade the facility. To date, more than $385K has been raised. AD Patrick Catullo: “These improvements will elevate the program, provide top-tier facilities and attract the best future talent. Additionally, the success of this project will help drive future fundraising efforts across other UMW Athletic facilities.” (link)

Wesleyan Men’s Basketball student-athlete Michael Astorino took advantage of the Cardinals hosting this past weekend to create an NIL opportunity for him and his teammates. Astorino partnered with The Fresh Monkee, an on-campus smoothie shop, to provide 50% off for student-athletes and 25% off for customers that order from the signature player menu in exchange for Astorino creating a social and digital campaign around the games on Friday and Saturday. To date, Astorino has partnered with over 15 brands and co-founded an NIL agency. HC Joe Reilly: “He has an entrepreneurial and creative spirit that is in the top 1 percent of guys that I’ve coached. He’s in good company. I think the difference with him is that he’s taken a non-traditional path, and there’s no blueprint for it. He’s creating it himself. That within itself is the most impressive part.” (link)

@1QLeadership Question: Can work-life integration be a necessity when considering future employers?

Yulander Wells, Jr., Deputy Athletics Director for Finance, Operations, Revenue & Business Strategy at Notre Dame shares how family has been an integral part of his career in college athletics. He also covers how his business background informs his leadership style, especially given Notre Dame's non-traditional approach to athletics.

Wells emphasizes the importance of integrating family into his professional life and modeling this approach for younger staff members. 🎧 on Apple Podcasts or Spotify

Cedar Crest selects Keystone Women’s Basketball HC/Asst. AD for Facilities Management Jason Rhine as its new Women’s Basketball HC/Asst. AD of Student-Athlete Support. (link)

Penn State Abington Men’s Basketball HC Justin Dunbar-Stevens is no longer with the university after two seasons. (link)

Coaches.wire...
+ Former South Dakota Football HC Bob Nielson is joining AFCA in the newly created executive position of Director of Divisional Football. Nielson will serve as liaison for AFCA members in FCS, DII, DIII and NAIA. (link)
+ Check out the coaching changes from around the country this weekend in the latest edition of Coaches.wire. (link)

More Higher Ed…
+ Millikin names Elmhurst VP for Academic Affairs/Dean of the Faculty Dean Pribbenow as its 17th president. (link)
+ Emory has implemented a freeze on hiring and raises, citing the changes in federal policies that “have serious implications for Emory,” per President Gregory Fenves. (link)

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Head Men’s & Women’s Tennis Coach (Oglethorpe University / Atlanta, GA): Oglethorpe University, Atlanta’s leading private, Liberal Arts University is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic professional to serve as the Head Men’s and Women’s Tennis Coach. More details HERE.

Associate Vice President, Director of Athletics (Denison University / Granville, OH): Denison University, a fully residential university in Granville, Ohio, invites inquiries, nominations, and applications for its associate vice president, director of athletics. More details HERE.

Associate Athletic Trainer (Multiple Positions) (Montclair State University / Montclair, NJ): Montclair State University is seeking Associate Athletic Trainers and an Assistant Athletic Trainer to join our Sports Medicine team. More details HERE.

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.

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.

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.

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