#10: Macalester Women’s Basketball HC Katie Kollar resigns after six seasons leading the Scots. (link) |
#9: John Jay Softball HC Angie Nieves departs after one season at the helm. (link) |
#8: Kean and NJCU have signed a letter of intent to merge the two institutions, with NJCU to be known as Kean Jersey City. The LOI states a desired change in control date of June 1, pending approval from a number of regulatory bodies. (link, link - full agreement)
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#7: Check out Asbury’s new basketball locker room. (link) |
#6: Yahoo’s Ross Dellenger reports plans for a presidential commission on college sports have been paused, “a move possibly rooted in its potential impact in Senate negotiations over college sports legislation.” Dellenger adds: “It is unclear how long the pause will extend, except to potentially give five U.S. senators, led by Ted Cruz and Cory Booker, more time to possibly reach an agreement on federal legislation. The senators have met multiple times over the last four months but hurdles remain.” (link)
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#5: Saint Joseph’s (ME) hires Asst. Professor of Sport and Exercise Science Christopher Willer as its next AD. President Joseph Cassidy: “Saint Joseph's College is fortunate to have Chris Willer step up and accept the responsibility of being our next Athletic Director. Chris has a tremendous amount of experience with Monks Athletics as an athlete, coach and supporter. He is a natural teacher and leader and the department will thrive under his guidance and support.” (link)
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#4: Baseball (link) and Softball (link) super regional match-ups are underway.
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#3: Puget Sound selects former Cal State San Bernardino (DII) Deputy AD/SWA Chelsea Herman as its new AD, starting June 30. VP for Student Affairs/Dean of Students Sarah Comstock: “Her collaborative and mission-driven leadership style, coupled with her deep understanding of collegiate athletics, will be instrumental in advancing our athletics program while maintaining our commitment to the transformative development of scholar-athletes, coaches, and staff.” Parker Executive Search assisted with the process. (link)
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#2: Denison names Wabash AD Matt Tanney as its new Assoc. VP/AD, starting July 1. President Adam Weinberg: “His extensive experience and commitment to student-athletes will help build on our momentum in athletics. Our community will benefit from his expertise, enthusiasm, and dedication. His background and connections with the NCAA and NCAC will help position our already strong athletics program for years to come. We look forward to welcoming him to The Hill.” Spelman Johnson assisted with the search. (link)
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#1: Husson hires Del Norte High School AD/HU alum Amanda Nelson as the Eagles’ next AD. President Lynne Coy-Ogan: “We are thrilled to welcome Amanda Nelson back to Husson University as our new Athletic Director. Amanda brings a wealth of experience and knowledge, and is an exciting addition to our stellar Division III athletic program.” (link)
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