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Edition #1598

May 19, 2025

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Postseason Updates…
+ Dallas Baptist Women’s Golf took home its third national title in five years. (link)
+ Adelphi and Tampa will square off in the Men’s Lacrosse championship game. (link)
+ Thursday’s Women’s Lacrosse semifinals will see Tampa face Indianapolis and Slippery Rock take on Adelphi. (link)
+ UT Tyler, Tampa, Central Oklahoma, North Georgia, Saginaw Valley State, Pace, Shippensburg and Western Washington are headed to Chattanooga, TN for the Softball Championship with action to begin Thursday. (link)
+ Baseball super regional matchups are set. (link)

Winona State introduced new AD Jen Flowers today. Flowers: “I stepped on this campus as a 19-year-old who truly had no idea the impact of what this university and this athletic department was going to have on my life. When I returned today, a little older than 19, educated, experienced, and excited to raise the bar for Warrior Athletics. I know there's no better time and there's no better person to lead the resurgence than me. I can't wait to get to work alongside a staff of people who I know also want to do that same thing. It's going to take all of us, every warrior here, there, and everywhere else, to build what we're chasing. We're going to work really hard to reestablish the relationships that are needed. We're going to work really hard to get the buy-in together. That big, big word is capitalized on my paper. Together we are going to take Warrior athletics to new heights.” On reengaging the community, Flowers’ focus extends beyond the action on the court or field: “We need to be intentional about creating an experience for our fans and for our students and our current student-athletes are going to have to be part of that. […] The number one thing I think that we're seeing just in terms of engagement is finding a reason for people to come to the game. It no longer can just be because the teams are good. That doesn't get people out of their houses as much, so we need to have an experience around our events as well and then do it right from start to finish.” Full presser. (link)

House Settlement Happenings…
+ House case plaintiff attorney Jeffrey Kessler to CBS Sports: “We believe that all of the concerns of the Court have been addressed and are hopeful for a quick final approval so that the athletes can start realizing the phenomenal benefits of the settlement.” (link)
+ Sportico’s Michael McCann notes U.S. District Court Judge Claudia Wilken could decide on the House settlement this week, but “her approval wouldn’t insulate the settlement from additional legal challenges. Expect to see Title IX lawsuits filed against schools that don’t share about the same amount of revenue with women athletes as they do with male athletes. It’s also possible Wilken could stay some of the settlement’s terms while objectors pursue appeals with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit and eventually the U.S. Supreme Court.” While Wilken does not have to make a decision this week, McCann points out that Wilken, “who is a former law professor and thus likely appreciative of the academic calendar, has a reputation for being pragmatic and realistic. She knows the new year at many universities will begin in six weeks. She also knows that as commencements and graduation ceremonies come and go in May, college leaders gear up for the 2025-26 academic year and prepare for the fall entering class—some of whom will be athletes. Colleges and power conferences have also relied on the expectation of the settlement’s approval to negotiate contracts. At some point, the parties will need to know the rules going forward.” (link)

In a short, original episode of the One Question Leadership Podcast, Jeff Hathaway, former Director of Athletics at Hofstra, talks about maintaining an environment that people valued enough to come back and visit after graduating. 🎧 on Spotify or Apple Podcasts

Tuskegee’s Football home opener against Central State will be the first-ever night game at Cleve L. Abbott Memorial Alumni Stadium following the addition of lights. AD Reginald Ruffin tells HBCU Gameday’s Steven J. Gaither the addition is about more than football games: “Everybody thought we were trying to get lights to be able to play games. Night games. That wasn’t the problem… The purpose was to be able to just align our students to opportunity, to be able to set their schedule according to the availability of practice time. […] The lights were more than me thinking about a football game. But it was more than thinking about the health and safety, the well-being of our student-athletes, our student body, our fans, our parents and alums.” On the broader alignment at TU: “We have a president that’s at every game. We have a president that’s showing up. We have a president that has us at the table, has athletics at the table — which we are the front porch to any university.” (link)

This spring, Bentley launched its Leadership Lab which held three sessions with student-athletes recommended by their coaches. The lab was developed by retired BU Women’s Basketball HC/Hall of Famer Barbara Stevens, Executive-in-Residence Rick Miller and Manager for Student Athlete Development Grace Carter to help students work on self-awareness, situation analysis, and skill building, with Miller’s Power Copmass principle serving as a core pillar of the development. Carter: “The lab was designed to simulate real team and interpersonal conflicts so that our future leaders can get practice navigating those scenarios. The whole idea is to give them reps, just like in their sport, so that they can go back to their individual teams more prepared to impact the culture in a positive way. By combining different grades and sports, it really forces everyone to think holistically about what they could be doing differently.” (link)

It’s Personnel…
+ Indianapolis hires Lenoir-Rhyne Senior Assoc. AD for External Operations Jake Berry as its new Deputy AD for External Operations and Revenue Generation. (link)
+ West Texas A&M Senior Assoc. AD for Compliance and Academics Paul Sweetgall will retire at the end of July after a quarter-century with the Buffaloes. (link); WT Assoc. AD for Marketing & Fan Engagement Sedrick Knowlton transitions to serve as Executive Director of Recruitment & External Relations. (link)

UNC Pembroke extends its partnership with Scotland Health Care System through 2027-28 to oversee athletic training staff operations and provide on-site staff for football, basketball and other special events. Also: “The company will also be launching a billable on-campus AT clinic pilot with terms to be mutually agreed upon at a future date.” (link)

Coaches.wire, hoops…
+ Cal State San Bernardino selects Cal Poly Humboldt Men’s Basketball HC Chris Tifft as the Coyotes’ new HC. (link)
+ Mercy hires long-time Molloy Men’s Basketball HC Charles Marquardt as its next HC. (link)
+ Minot State taps North Dakota (DI) AC Randall Herbst as its new Men's Basketball HC. (link)

Coaches.wire, continued…
+ D’Youville Women’s Lacrosse HC Kate Manzella steps down after a decade starting and leading the program to transition to a full-time administrative role. (link)
+ Maryville Swimming & Diving HC Bill Nicholson is headed to Sweet Briar (DIII) as Swim HC/Director of Aquatics. (link)
+ Menlo taps Director of Golf Mike Givens as Baseball Interim HC. (link)
+ This morning’s edition of Coaches.wire is heaviest on hoops changes, but shows plenty of other movement on the coaching staff front across multiple sports. (link)

UT Tyler Softball student-athlete JT Smith broke the DII record for runs in a single season during this past weekend’s Super Regional. (link)

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(Posted from most recent over the last 30 days)

(NEW!) Executive Director (The Rams Club / Chapel Hill, NC): The Executive Director will supervise the planning and activities of The Rams Club with responsibility for membership, annual giving, major/endowment gifts, and major capital fundraising efforts. (DI) More details HERE.

(NEW!) Senior Director, Creative Media & Content Strategy, Department of Athletics (R0007804) (Wake Forest University / Winston-Salem, ND): The leadership for the Athletics Creative Video & Photography staffs, including content development & vision, while assisting in daily project mgmt for creative video, photo & graphic design. (DI) More details HERE.

(NEW!) Associate Athletic Director for Marketing, Digital Advertising, & Student Engagement (University of Toledo / Toledo, OH): Lead a team in all strategy development, implementation, & execution of activities in marketing, promotions, advertising, licensing, spirit groups engagement, brand engagement, and digital marketing. (DI) More details HERE.

(NEW!) Head Coach, Baseball (Missouri Western State University / St Joseph, MO): Join our Athletic department as Head Baseball Coach. NCAA Division II institution 45 minutes north of Kansas City. Full coaching responsibilities. Direct, plan, recruit, academics, PR, promotions. More details HERE.

(NEW!) Assistant Coach - Women's Volleyball (St. Edward's University / Austin, TX): St. Edward's University invites applications for the position of Assistant Coach - Women's Volleyball. More details HERE.

Director of Athletics Communications (Missouri Southern State University / Joplin, MO): This position disseminates all information regarding the Athletic Department. Responsible for ensuring sound information reporting, recording, and distribution for all athletics at Missouri Southern. More details HERE.

Director of Creative Services (Missouri Western State University / St Joseph, Missouri, MO): Promotes, enhances, grows, & cultivates the Griffon Athletics brand within the city, region, state, and country. Oversees live broadcasts, video board, video-based social media, digital media feature More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Trainer (St. Olaf College / Northfield, MN): St. Olaf College is a residential, liberal arts college with approximately 3,000 students. The college is located on a picturesque 300-acre campus located 45 min from Minneapolis and St. Paul. (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Trainer II (Florida Gulf Coast University / Fort Myers, FL): The Assistant Athletic Trainer II provides care and treatment of athletic injuries including assessment, prevention, rehabilitation, and reconditioning. (DI) More details HERE.

Head Softball Coach (Northwestern Oklahoma State University / Alva, OK): Seeking a full-time, 12-month coach to lead a competitive NCAA DII women’s softball program. Responsibilities include program management and teaching 2 Health and Sport Science courses. More details HERE.

Head Coach, Softball (Upper Iowa University / Fayette, IA): This position will report directly to the VP of Athletics and is responsible for planning, directing, and evaluating all aspects of a successful softball program. Go Peacocks! More details HERE.

Assistant Coach, Softball (Upper Iowa University / Fayette, IA): This position will report directly to the Softball HC and is responsible for assisting in the planning, directing, and evaluating of a successful softball program. Go Peacocks! More details HERE.

Director of Athletic Event Management (Missouri Southern State University / Joplin, MO): The Director of Athletic Event Management is responsible for the appropriate setup and coverage of all home athletic contests and all ticketing operations for the MSSU athletic department. More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Director of Sports Medicine (Saint Martin's University / Lacey, WA): The Assistant AD for Sports Medicine and Wellness is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the overall sports medicine program for the athletic department and all student-athletes More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Director of Communications (Saint Martin's University / Lacey, WA): The Assistant Athletic Director-Communications oversees the athletic department's web page, social media platforms, department communications and statistics for all competitions. More details HERE.

UMD Athletics Manager of Ticket Sales and Operations (University of Minnesota – Duluth / Duluth, MN): UMD Athletics is seeking a motivated and results driven Manager of Ticket Sales and Operations to manage the ticketing operations for UMD Athletics. More details HERE.

Head Baseball Coach (Saint Martin's University / Lacey, WA): The Head Baseball Coach, oversees all aspects of the men’s baseball program, fostering athletic excellence, academic achievement, and alignment with the Catholic Benedictine values of the university. More details HERE.

Head Softball Coach (University of Sioux Falls / Sioux Falls, SD): The University of Sioux Falls, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, invites applications for a full-time Head Softball Coach. More details HERE.

Assistant Softball Coach (Pitching Coach) (Coker University / Hartsville, SC): Coker University is seeking a knowledgeable and enthusiastic individual to serve as a full-time Assistant Softball Coach, with a primary focus on serving as the Pitching Coach. More details HERE.

Assistant, Men's & Women's Cross Country (Gannon University / Erie, PA): This is a part-time 12 month position and is responsible for assisting with coaching, managing and directing various aspects of the Gannon University Men's & Women's Cross Country Team. More details HERE.

Assistant Athletics Director for Compliance and Budgeting (St. Olaf College / Northfield, MN): St. Olaf Athletics enriches educational and life experiences by fostering a highly competitive and inclusive environment that champions academic excellence, holistic well-being, and community. (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Trainer (Northeastern State University / Tahlequah, OK): Northeastern State University Athletics is currently expanding sports in D2, we are expanding our support staff to help accommodate this exciting new growth. What an opportunity to grow professionally! More details HERE.

Strength and Conditioning Coach (University of California, Merced (UC Merced) / Merced, CA): Looking for a proven leader in strength and conditioning to lead our program as we transition to NCAA Division II. More details HERE.

Head Coach Women's Water Polo (University of California, Merced (UC Merced) / Merced, CA): Looking for an experienced head coach to lead our women's water polo program through our campus' transition to NCAA Division II. More details HERE.

Head Softball Coach - Tahlequah Campus (Northeastern State University / Tahlequah, OK): Northeastern State University is seeking a motivated and focused Head Softball Coach to join our Athletics team in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. More details HERE.

Associate Athletic Director for Compliance & Academics (West Texas A&M University / Canyon, TX): The Associate Athletic Director of Compliance and Academics under general direction, oversees compliance programs for teams, departments, and other constituents. More details HERE.

Assistant Director of Compliance (Lynn University / Boca Raton, FL): This position will be responsible for ensuring the sports programs and athletics department staff comply with all institutional, Sunshine State Conference, and NCAA regulations. More details HERE.

Learning Specialist (Florida Gulf Coast University / Fort Myers, FL): The Learning Specialist is responsible for the design, development, and implementation of learning plans for identified caseloads of students who utilize academic support services. (DI) More details HERE.

Graduate Assistant, Rec Center (Upper Iowa University / Fayette, IA): This position will report directly to the Assistant AD for Campus Rec and is responsible for assisting in the day-to-day operations of all activities of campus recreation. More details HERE.

Assistant Men's Basketball Coach (West Texas A&M University / Canyon, TX): Provide administrative support to the Head Men's Basketball Coach in areas such as camp coordination, scouting, student-athlete recruitment, and the daily operations of the men's basketball program More details HERE.

Coordinator of Hockey Operations (St. Lawrence University / Canton, NY): St. Lawrence University is now accepting applications for the coordinator of hockey operations. This is a full-time, 10-month, position. (DIII) More details HERE.

Head Women's Volleyball Coach (Kutztown University of Pennsylvania / Kutztown, PA): The Department of Athletics at Kutztown University invites applications for the position of Head Women’s Volleyball Coach. More details HERE.

Head Coach, Softball (Florida Gulf Coast University / Fort Myers, FL): Provides leadership related to the Softball program including recruitment, player development, monitoring academic performance, discipline, and social development of student-athletes. (DI) More details HERE.

Graduate Assistant, Men's Soccer (Upper Iowa University / Fayette, IA): This position will report directly to the Men's Soccer HC and is responsible for assisting in the planning, directing, and evaluating of a successful men's soccer program. Go Peacocks! More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Director (Life University / Marietta, GA): Provide critical leadership across multiple areas of operations, which will support the continued competitive excellence of 21 teams and over 650 student-athletes. (NAIA) More details HERE.

Head Women’s Soccer Coach (Northwestern Oklahoma State University / Alva, OK): Duties include coaching, recruiting, staff oversight, fundraising, and compliance with NCAA, GAC, and university rules. The role also involves teaching 2 Health and Sport Science courses each spring. More details HERE.

Associate Athletic Director, Fan Experience, Game Presentation, & Campus Partnership (R0007755) (Wake Forest University / Winston-Salem, NC): The position also liaises with corporate partners, concessions, and university departments to enhance the fan experience at home and select away/postseason events and supervises Fan Experience staff. (DI) More details HERE.

Associate Athletic Director, Information Technology & Data Systems (DePaul University / Chicago, IL): Lead IT strategy for DePaul Athletics—overseeing systems, devices, data architecture, and broadcast tech—while collaborating across departments to drive innovation and operational excellence. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Director for Athletic Communications (South Dakota Mines / Rapid City, SD): Seeking a dynamic, creative, and organized Assistant AD for Athletic Communications to lead efforts in promoting our NCAA Division II athletic programs. More details HERE.

Coordinator of Athletics Communication (Viterbo University / La Crosse, WI): This position coordinates media relations, public relations, marketing and promotions, website maintenance, photography and statistical data related to the athletics department. (NAIA) More details HERE.

Associate Director of Athletics for Operations (Dallas Baptist University / Dallas, TX): Responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations and staff for multidivisional department (D1/D2). In addition, will lead corporate sponsorship sales and will serve on the AD leadership team. More details HERE.

Associate Athletic Director, Sales & Fanbase Growth (R0007751) (Wake Forest University / Winston-Salem, NC): The Associate Athletic Director for Sales & Fanbase Growth drives ticket revenue for Wake Forest Athletics, primarily for football and men's basketball, through strategic marketing and sales planning. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Trainer (Coker University / Hartsville, SC): Coker University, a member of NCAA Division II and the South Atlantic Conference, is seeking a dedicated and energetic Athletic Trainer to join our Sports Medicine staff. More details HERE.

Head Softball Coach (Central Washington University / Ellensburg, WA): Central Washington University is recruiting a Head Softball Coach to join our Athletics team in Ellensburg, Washington. More details HERE.

Head Women's Golf Coach (Western Michigan University / Kalamazoo, MI): Head coach leads/manages all aspects of the program. Charged with developing a competitive women’s golf team while fostering a culture of academic excellence, leadership, & student-athlete development. (DI) More details HERE.

Director, Fan Experience (University of North Georgia / Dahlonega, GA): Lead marketing efforts to promote Nighthawk Athletics, drive attendance and enhance fan engagement for UNG's 13 intercollegiate sports More details HERE.

Head Coach, Wrestling (Lake Erie College / Painesville, OH): Lake Erie College, a small, co-educational, four-year, independent liberal arts college located in Painesville, OH, 30 miles east of Cleveland, invites applications for Head Coach, Wrestling. More details HERE.

Head Coach Track & Field (Frostburg State University / Frostburg, MD): Head Coach of Track and Field for an NCAA Division II University. More details HERE.

Head Coach Cross Country, Assistant Coach Track and Field (Frostburg State University / Frostburg, MD): Head Coach of Cross Country and Assistant Coach for Track and Field for an NCAA Division II University. More details HERE.

Assistant Men's Basketball Coach (University of North Georgia / Dahlonega, GA): Aid the head coach in conducting the men's basketball program while fostering and encouraging the goals of student-athletes, and stresses the elements of sportsmanship and fair play. More details HERE.

Graduate Assistant Coach for Women's Soccer (St. Lawrence University / Canton, NY): St. Lawrence University is currently seeking applicants for a Graduate Assistant Coach for Field Women’s Soccer to begin Fall 2025. (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Director of Marketing (West Texas A&M University / Canyon, TX): Responsible for leading the development and execution of marketing strategies that foster revenue generation, promote athletic programs and drive fan engagement. More details HERE.

Special Project Assistant, Department of Athletics (R0007706) (Wake Forest University / Winston-Salem, NC): The Special Project Assistant represents the Director of Athletics and Senior Staff in cultivating relationships and connectivity w/campus constituents; including students, staff, & the broader community. (DI) More details HERE.

Senior Associate Athletics Director, Development (University of Illinois Springfield / Springfield, IL): Outstanding opportunity to join a dynamic advancement team & contribute to an exciting era of UIS athletics by managing & executing fundraising efforts & playing a major role in an upcoming campaign. More details HERE.

General Manager - Little Rock Athletics Sponsorships (University of Arkansas at Little Rock / Little Rock, AR): The GM will serve as a representative of Little Rock Athletics, building positive relationships with local & regional businesses, the campus community & the Trojan Athletics staff. (DI) More details HERE.

Senior Associate Commissioner - Media Relations and Strategic Communications (Big East Conference / New York, NY): Become an integral part of the executive team at one of the nation's elite conferences by leading our Media Relations and Strategic Communications efforts, with special emphasis on men's basketball. (DI) More details HERE.

Head Acrobatics & Tumbling Coach (Kutztown University of Pennsylvania / Kutztown, PA): Kutztown University invites applications for the position of Head Acrobatics & Tumbling Coach. More details HERE.

Aquatics Program Manager (University of California, Merced (UC Merced) / Merced, CA): Under the general direction of the Associate Director of Recreation, this position develops and manages aquatics programs and is responsible for the management of the aquatics facility. More details HERE.

Graduate Assistant Men's and Women's Soccer Goal Keeping Coach (Coker University / Hartsville, SC): The GA Soccer Goalkeeping Coach assists the head coaches in various aspects of the men's and women's soccer program, with a specific focus on the training and development of the team's goalkeepers. More details HERE.

Executive Director of Athletics and Recreation (King's College – Pennsylvania / Wilkes-Barre, PA): The executive director of athletics and recreation oversees all aspects of the administration of King’s NCAA Division III athletics program. (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Trainer (Adams State University / Alamosa, CO): Adams State University has an opening for a full-time Assistant Athletic Trainer. Responsibilities include coordinating and delivering athletic training services to the student athletes. More details HERE.

Assistant Women's Basketball Coach (Coker University / Hartsville, SC): The Assistant Women's Basketball Coach will assist the Head Coach in all aspects of developing and managing a competitive and successful NCAA Division II women's basketball program. More details HERE.

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