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U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) and Cory Booker (D-NJ) reintroduced the NCAA Accountability Act on Wednesday seeking to establish a due process with investigations while enabling enforcement. Per On3’s Pete Nakos, the bill has been introduced twice previously, most recently back in February 2024, after the NCAA launched an investigation into multiple alleged potential NIL violations within Tennessee athletics. The bill “would require the NCAA to complete any investigation no later than one year after it begins and authorize the U.S. Department of Justice to order the removal of any member on the governing body’s board of governors.” It would “prohibit the NCAA from using ‘confidential sources’ as evidence for a decision. Member institutions would have the right to resolve disputes with the NCAA through arbitration with a three-person arbitration panel.” The NCAA would be required to summarize enforcement proceedings, investigations and punishment issuances into an annual report to be submitted to the U.S. Attorney General and each state’s attorney general. The DOJ would also be granted the authority to fine the NCAA between $10K and $15M and order the removal of any member of the governing body. Sen. Booker: “College athletes, coaches, and universities deserve clear, consistent procedures during investigations of potential rule violations. This legislation is an important step toward ensuring fairness, transparency, and due process — and will help strengthen trust in college athletics.” (link)

Extra Points purveyor Matt Brown: “Hearing from multiple industry people I trust that several D1 schools are having SERIOUS internal talks about reclassifying out of D1 before July/House. I’d be a little surprised if nobody ends up doing it this year. Budget cuts may force some hands. Not sure what schools end up going through with it or not…nobody wants to be first. And to be fair, some of these situations are more about the SCHOOL being in very rough shape than just House/Rev Share/athletic expenses. Not much you can do in an enrollment/revenue crisis.” (link)

More from NYU AD Jake Olkkola’s Small College Conversation on lessons he has learned from his previous AD job and key national issues. Having previously served as the AD at Colby, Olkkola has placed a greater emphasis on “delegating and allowing certain members of my team to really own the point of view when they're subject matter experts in certain things. Certainly I want to be able to weigh in where I can, but I want to really empower them to be able to make decisions and to be able to advance objectives on a day-to-day basis and not have everything get bogged down because everything's got to go through the athletic director. […] I think going in to my first experience, it was a little bit more of that wanting to check everything and make sure everything was good. You have to really be able to trust your people and surround yourselves and empower them.” With roster limits coming to DI, Olkkola believes NYU is uniquely positioned to take advantage of the ripple effects from House. “As we invest and as we build, the environment that our student-athletes are walking into, the resources they have access to, how we care for them, the services that we provide them, I think it rivals Division I. I think we're making a very compelling case for students that are thinking about Division I, Division III, I think the lines are getting even murkier by the day, but I think we have a really strong case to make.” Asked about scheduling and NPI, as the Women’s Volleyball program made the postseason by less than one point in the final NPI, Olkkola: “If you want to be the best, you’ve got to beat the best and at the end of the day, we want to create really well-balanced schedules, but we need to be playing the best teams. If you want to seek championship-caliber programs and results, you can't just play a bunch of unranked teams and think that you are eventually going to make the tournament. How far do we think we're actually going to go in the tournament? So we want to be able to make the tournament, but we also want to be prepared when we do to be able to advance as far as we can.” Full conversation on BOSCA. (link)

The Power 4, plus the Pac-12, have announced the 10-person House Settlement Implementation Committee, which will be responsible for executing the go forward plan post-approval by U.S. District Court Judge Claudia Wilken. Within the committee, there are four working groups dedicated to specific challenges: 1) “Drafting new and clarifying existing rules”; 2) “Developing a digital platform for the reporting and measurement of payments”; 3) “Creating a system to ensure that third-party” NIL deals are legit; and, 4) “Forming a new entity to enforce these rules.” As has been widely reported over the last couple of months, LBi Software is building the software & Deloitte is the fair market value evaluator. Lastly: “If the settlement is approved, the committee and members of the new enforcement entity, alongside Deloitte and LBi, will launch robust educational efforts to ensure that coaches, student-athletes, administrators and relevant third parties all fully understand the new model and are prepared to comply with the new rules and leverage these new opportunities.” (link); More from Yahoo’s Ross Dellenger: “Per sources, House implementation team has determined: (1) Third party NIL deals that pay athletes after July 1 House effective date are subject to the clearinghouse. (2) Third party NIL deals signed after settlement approval (presumably in April) are subject to the clearinghouse.” (link)

Sixteen coaches associations, headed by NFCA CEO Carol Bruggeman, have penned a letter to the DI Board of Governors calling for immediate change regarding “inexplicably more stringent” eligibility standards for junior college student-athletes. Specific “different standards” include scholarships for the entire five years, similar to four-year transfers; a 2.5 GPA for JUCO transfers when four-year transfers need a 2.0; limits on scrimmages counting against seasons of competition; and more. The letter goes on to read: “Student-athletes should not be punished or treated adversely because they have enrolled in a two-year institution before transferring to an NCAA institution.” NJCAA President/CEO Christopher Parker tells CBS’ Dennis Dodd he has tried to connect with NCAA President Charlie Baker about enacting these changes “but we haven't received any indication of Charlie's willingness to do so collaboratively.” (link)

Bethany will add Men’s Wrestling as its 23rd varsity sport. Women’s Wrestling HC Pete Di Pol will serve as the Bison’s new Director of Wrestling Operations overseeing both programs. Interim AD Jen Windmiller: “Coach Pete Di Pol and the success of our women's wrestling program have brought a renewed energy to our department, and we are excited to build on that momentum. Our commitment to growing wrestling as a sport continues with the addition of men's wrestling as our next varsity program.” (link)

Deal Digest…
+ Neumann signs a multiyear deal with FanWord to support the Knights’ storytelling efforts. (link)
+ Anderson teams up with Influxer to offer co-branded NIL merchandise. (link)
+ Incoming DIII member Regent partners with Spry to assist with its operations and recruiting. (link)

Baruch Men’s Basketball HC/Asst. AD for Facilities John Alesi will depart for a non-coaching role at another institution, per D3hoops. Alesi served as chair of the Men’s Basketball Committee this season. (link)

Cornell College hires long-time high school HC/Iowa High School Hall of Famer Curt Ritchie as its new Football HC. AD Jeff Meeker: “Curt is a community builder and a coach who cares deeply about his student-athletes on and off the field. He is well connected and respected. Curt's track record of success speaks for itself. We can't wait to have Curt on campus. I know he's ready to get to work on building a championship program here at Cornell.” (link)

Gallaudet Football HC Chuck Goldstein will step down after 14 years leading the Bison to accept a new role as Admissions Program Manager. AD Warren Keller: "Coaching is about more than just the game – it's about developing young people. Coach Goldstein has dedicated countless hours to the Bison football program and the GU athletics program over the years and we are thankful for his commitment and dedication. Coach Goldstein made history at Gallaudet by leading the Bison to ECFC championships, NCAA tournament appearances, hundreds of awards and national media recognition.” (link)

Coaches.wire…
+ Carthage will hire a new Women’s Wrestling HC after parting with HC Jake Calhoun. (link)
+ Pitt-Greensburg Women’s Volleyball HC Kevin Conroy is no longer serving in the role. (link)
+ Springfield Baseball HC Mark Simeone will retire next week after 29 seasons leading the Pride. (link)
+ Western New England Men’s Ice Hockey HC Mike Young resigns after four seasons at the helm. (link)
+ Wisconsin Lutheran Cross Country/Track & Field HC Steve Travis will retire at the end of the calendar year after more than three decades with the Warriors. (link)
+ Check out the latest moves from around the nation in this morning’s Coaches.wire. (link)

The Department of Education has laid off nearly half its workforce, impacting 1,300 people, per The Chronicle of Higher Ed. Notably: “The department did not detail how many employees from each division were losing their jobs, but said that all units — including Federal Student Aid and the Office for Civil Rights — would be affected, and that the ‘reduction in force’ will require some areas to undergo a ‘significant reorganization.’ [...] At the same time, the department will ‘continue to deliver on all statutory programs that fall under the agency’s purview, including formula funding, student loans, Pell Grants, funding for special needs students, and competitive grantmaking.’” Lots more. (link)

More Higher Ed…
+ Randolph-Macon names Chautauqua Institution President Michael Hill as the college’s 16th president. (link)
+ Johns Hopkins is planning layoffs and will cancel health projects in response to the termination of $800M in grants by the Trump administration. (link)
+ Grove City receives a record $70M estate gift from late trustee and donor David Rathburn, with 75% going to the college’s financial aid endowment and 25% going towards facility projects. (link)

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(NEW!) Director of Track and Field / Cross Country (Thiel College / Greenville, PA): Thiel College seeks a Director of Track & Field / Cross Country serves as both the Men’s and Women’s Head coach for our Track and Field / Cross Country Programs. More details HERE.

(NEW!) Head Men's Golf Coach (Maine Maritime Academy / Castine, ME): The employee serves as the head coach of the men’s golf team and runs this athletic program. More details HERE.

(NEW!) Head Men's Soccer Coach (Saint Mary's University of Minnesota / Winona, MN, MN): Leading a competitive NCAA Division III men’s soccer varsity & jv program that aligns with the University mission & fosters academic & competitive success. A new turf field is being installed this summer. More details HERE.

(NEW!) Head Cross-Country Coach and Assistant Director of Track & Field (Thiel College / Greenville, PA): Thiel College seeks an Assistant Director of Track and Field/Head Cross Country Coach will serve as both the Men’s and Women’s Head Coach for our Cross Country Programs. More details HERE.

(NEW!) Assistant Water Polo Coach (Augustana College – Illinois / Rock Island, IL): Augustana College is seeking candidates for a full-time Assistant Water Polo Coach. The assistant coach will work with both our men's and women's teams. The anticipated start date is August 1, 2025. More details HERE.

(NEW!) Assistant Track & Field and Cross-Country (Thiel College / Greenville, PA): Thiel College seeks two Assistant Track & Field / Cross Country Coaches. More details HERE.

(NEW!) Head Women's Golf Coach (University of Toledo / Toledo, OH): Exciting opportunity at the University of Toledo for the Head Women's Golf Coach. This position is responsible for the overall management of the Women's Golf Program. (DI) More details HERE.

(NEW!) Head Cheer Coach (Centre College / Danville, KY): The Head Cheer Coach provides leadership in all coaching, recruiting, and administrative duties for a nationally competitive cheer program. More details HERE.

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 opening for the position of Head Men’s and Women’s Track and Field Coach 2025/2026 School Year. 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.

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