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Husson President Lynne Coy-Ogan chats with WABI 5’s Ben Barr about what the Eagles are looking for in their next AD: “We’re really looking for somebody who’s going to continue to move our athletic program forward. It’s a strong part of our portfolio. We have close to 500 athletes and 22 different Division III athletic programs. The vibrancy of Husson athletics has been a long part of our hallmark, and it will continue to be.” (link)

Postseason Updates…
+ Tomorrow’s Women’s Basketball championship game will feature NYU and Smith in a rematch of last year’s championship. (link)
+ NYU will face Trinity (CT) for the Men’s Basketball title tomorrow. (link)

Former NCAA CMO Brian Hainline and Big Ten (DI) CMO/USCAH President/CEO James Borchers join Tulane (DI) Sports Law Director Gabe Feldman to discuss the autonomy of medical professionals in college sports, and Borchers explains that one issue facing college athletics is that “athletic healthcare has been delivered in environments that may not have been consistent with what we see in other healthcare environments – hospitals, clinics and those sorts of things – and so the reporting lines of individuals in those situations often times have gone to some interesting spots. And those folks may or may not have any expertise in medical issues and being able to make those sorts of decisions, but there's pressure – especially for athletic trainers, I would say – that their jobs could be on the line if they're in disagreement, for example, with someone who has another opinion or who really needs a player back or the team is really counting on someone. And then the physicians are part of that now…and I think that healthcare team and thinking about how that team’s organized and where they report is one of the big issues here.” Hainline points out that one way to help ensure coaches are on the same page with medical professionals is to show them the data because “coaches are data-driven. … When you show them data that when you take better care of athletes, when the medical decisions are the right decisions for that athlete, when you're taking care of mental health, that you actually not only are improving the well-being of the athlete, you're improving performance. That’s what they really care about. I believe they care about the human being and human development, but from a win-loss point of view, they care about performance. And the best medical care, the data tells us, unequivocally leads to the best performance.” Full podcast. (link)

NCAA CTO John Macrina tells SBJ’s Ethan Joyce his focus will be on the fan experience during March Madness: “How can we better improve the fan ecosystem? What can we offer them, either from an in-venue experience or from a digital experience on their phones or laptops?” Macrina, who is the NCAA’s first CTO also explains his team will support command center operations and the Final Four championship sites for the men’s and women’s tournaments. In total, that entails 100+ staff members across eight sites and 20 workspaces, and Macrina notes: “The areas that we’ve really been able to help is around cost efficiency and cost savings. We’ve been able to optimize some of our contracts with our partners that support our operations. That’s really the big area this year.” Looking toward the future, Macrina is guiding the initial phase of a three-year technology roadmap, which includes strategic planning around the NCAA’s information technology and understanding the benefits tech could bring across its entire business architecture. The NCAA is also growing its fan database, crucial to understanding the choices fans are making around events like March Madness but also to support its emerging sports in growth. Macrina: “There’s a lot going on, and there’s a lot that we’re a part of. But it’s all driven from goals and business priorities -- everything kind of trickles up.” (link)

Giving Day Wins…
+ Hanover brought in a record $331K during its third annual Athletics Day of Giving. (link)
+ RPI’s giving day raised more than $326K from 2,226 supporters. (link)
+ Elizabethtown’s Power of One Day brought in over $167K for athletics. (link)

Deal Digest…
+ Alfred inks a five-year deal with BSN Sports and Nike to be its apparel partner. (link)
+ Muskingum signs a five-year extension with Under Armour and BSN Sports. (link)

It’s Personnel…
+ Kenyon names high school AD Nicole Gardner as its new Asst. AD. (link)
+ College Sports Communicators Director of Operations and Professional Development Barb Kowal announces her retirement, effective August 1. (link)

From Law360: “The sister of a college basketball player filed a civil rights lawsuit in Ohio federal court against the NCAA and Ohio police officers, alleging she was unceremoniously removed from a Division III Final Four game she was spectating.” More behind the Law360 paywall. (link)

Beloit Football HC Ted Soenksen resigns and will be succeeded by Assoc. HC Kyle Langhoff. (link)

Keystone Men’s Basketball HC Andrew Kettel steps down after two seasons. (link)

Millsaps Men’s Basketball HC Michael Prather resigns after five seasons. (link)

Coaches.wire…
+ Chapman names Minot State (DII) Women’s Soccer HC TJ Perez to the same role leading the Panthers. (link)
+ Connecticut College selects Virginia Wesleyan Field Hockey HC Ryley van der Velde for the same role with the Camels. (link)
+ Loras elevates Men’s Wrestling HC Jeren Glosser to Director of Wrestling/Women’s Wrestling HC, with Men’s Asst. HC Devin Bahr to step into the Men’s HC role. (link)
+ Pitt-Bradford Men’s Wrestling HC Zach Altman will return to his alma mater, Adrian, as an AC. (link)
+ Randolph-Macon hires Dickinson Women’s Soccer AC Patrick Corbett as its new HC. (link)
+ Rockford taps Edward Waters (DII) Women’s Soccer HC Abbey Golden as the Regents’ next HC. (link)
+ Sweet Briar Swimming HC Monica Soliz is no longer leading the Vixens. (link)
+ Virginia Wesleyan removes the interim tag from Director of Men’s and Women’s Swimming Cassondre Wilburn. (link)
+ This morning's edition of Coaches.wire is ready for your review. (link)

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order directing Department of Education Secretary Linda McMahon to close down the department “to the maximum extent appropriate and permitted by law.” While Trump lacks the authority to shut the department down entirely, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters on Thursday that the aim is to reduce the size of the agency but still administer “critical functions,” such as enforcing civil rights laws, issuing student loans and disbursing Pell Grants. National Association of College and University Business Officers President Kara Freeman insists the order will add “to the turbulence colleges and universities are experiencing and the uncertainty students and families are facing at this critical time in the academic year,” adding: “Most troubling is that these collective actions involving the department could cause enough confusion to discourage students and families from considering a path to college.” While Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (R-NC) believes the GOP is close to getting enough votes in the House and is hopeful about finding 60 votes in the Senate, Senator Patty Murray (D-WA) suggests the votes won’t be there: “Donald Trump knows perfectly well he can’t abolish the Department of Education without Congress—but he understands that if you fire all the staff and smash it to pieces, you might get a similar, devastating result.” (link)

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(NEW!) Sports Equipment Manager (Washington University in St. Louis / St Louis, MO): This position is responsible for managing all aspects of athletics equipment, uniforms and other department owned supplies including the maintenance and inventory of said items. More details HERE.

(NEW!) Head Men's Ice Hockey Coach (Western New England University / Springfield, MA): The Head Men’s Hockey Coach is responsible for all aspects of the hockey program including coaching, budget, travel, recruiting, scouting, film review, mentoring, and management of the hockey program. More details HERE.

(NEW!) Assistant OR Associate Head Coach - Track and Field and Cross Country (St. Norbert College / De Pere, WI): St. Norbert College is seeking an Assistant OR Associate Head Coach for Track & Field/Cross Country. This position supports the head coach in all aspects of the Track & Field/Cross Country programs. More details HERE.

Head Women's Basketball Coach (Ouachita Baptist University / Arkadelphia, AR): Leadership opportunity for a program ready for success at a thriving university! (DII) More details HERE.

Head Coach Women's Basketball (Keiser University / West Palm Beach, FL): This position leads all aspects of the Women's Basketball program supporting the student-athlete both academically and athletically at Keiser's Flagship Campus. (NAIA) More details HERE.

Assistant Men's Soccer Coach (Rhodes College / Memphis, TN): Rhodes College is hiring an Assistant Men's Soccer Coach. The Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach is responsible for teaching and coaching student-athletes. This position is a full-time, 10-month position. More details HERE.

Director of Athletics (Ithaca College / Ithaca, NY): WittKieffer is proud to partner with Ithaca College as they search for a seasoned, dynamic, collaborative, visionary leader More details HERE.

Assistant Director, Facilities Operations (Johns Hopkins University / Baltimore, MD): The Hopkins Athletics department seeks an innovative and forward-thinking Assistant Director, Facilities Operations. More details HERE.

Graduate Assistant, Marketing & Fan Engagement (Duquesne University / Pittsburgh, PA): The graduate assistant for marketing and fan engagement will play an active role in developing and implementing marketing, sales and fan engagement strategies for the Duquesne Athletics Department. (DI) More details HERE.

Athletic Trainer II (Western Connecticut State University / Danbury, CT): Applications are being accepted for the full-time, 10-month position of Athletic Trainer II rank to start on or around August 1, 2025. More details HERE.

Athletic Trainer (University of Chicago / Chicago, IL): Job Summary Assist the Head Athletic Trainer in all aspects of the varsity intercollegiate athletic training program. More details HERE.

Assistant Football Coach - Defensive Coach (Allegheny College / Meadville, PA): Responsible for assisting the Head Coach in the administration of all aspects of the football program, especially on the defensive side of the ball. More details HERE.

Head Field Hockey Coach (Virginia Wesleyan University / Virginia Beach, VA): Virginia Wesleyan University Athletics is seeking candidates for the position of Head Field Hockey Coach. More details HERE.

Assistant Women's Basketball Coach Internship (Thiel College / Greenville, PA): Thiel College seeks an Assistant Women’s Basketball Coaching Intern. This position will report to the Head Women’s Basketball Coach and the Director of Athletics. More details HERE.

Assistant Cheerleading Coach (Thiel College / Greenville, PA): Thiel College seeks an Assistant Cheerleading Coach. This position reports to the Head Cheerleading Coach and the Director of Athletics. More details HERE.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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