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Edition #1644

September 8, 2025

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Mansfield selects Central Washington Deputy AD Andrew Petko as its next AD. Interim Vice Provost/Dean of Undergraduate Education Gretchen Sechrist: “His experience, knowledge, and vision are what we need to grow our athletics program. I know the entire Mansfield community will feel that momentum from day one as we continue to build on our tradition of excellence both on and off the field.” (link)

After appeal, Menlo will repeat its second year of the provisional membership process. Last month, the Membership Committee reaffirmed its decision that Menlo did not meet a legislated requirement during year two and noted that the college did not prove the committee erred in its decision. (link)

Wayne State (MI) AD Erika Wallace joins Women Leaders in Sports CEO Patti Phillips as she looks back on her first two full years leading the department, recalling: “I knew as soon as I got this role, there would have to be a 180 within our department when it came to culture. That was for me, the number one goal when I took over and that's what I kept telling everybody, we are taking care of home. I'm taking care of home first, and once we have home set, then we're going to be ready to roll. I've told a lot of people, it's taken me about two years and I feel like going into year three right now, I feel like we're there where I can actually start to do some more external things because I feel like home is taken care of.” On how her leadership skills have evolved from her compliance background to now sitting in the chair: “Having to shift my mindset a little bit to you might not be able to get all the data and all the facts in order to make a decision because a decision just has to be made. That for me has been probably one of the largest learning curves that I've had as a leader: making an imperfect decision based on what I have in front of me at the time and being okay if it ends up being maybe a decision I would've made differently had I had all the facts, and really not beating myself up about that and learning what questions to ask.” More. (link)

Northern State AD Nate Davis sits down with Behind the Pack with student-athletes Blake Clay and Maggie Kruger to touch on a number of topics. On measuring success, Davis looks beyond wins and losses with a keen focus on the holistic development of student-athletes. “This is what Northern is about. This is the history and the culture of Northern and that started long before any of us were here. We talked about those five ADs in 70 years. Those guys laid that foundation and if I'm not being a steward of that and carrying that forward, I'm not doing my job.” In his fourth year leading the Wolves, Davis is proud of the culture within the department and the academic performance of NSU student-athletes with 17 straight years of a 3.0 GPA. More. (link)

Check out Bridgeport’s Hubbell Gymnasium renovation with AD Anthony Vitti. (link)

The NCAA announces that the National Collegiate Men’s Volleyball Championship field is expanding to 12 teams, beginning next spring. The format will consist of four non-predetermined regional sites with three teams competing at each site. Two teams will compete in a regional-round with the third team receiving a bye and will compete against the winner in a regional final-round match. Winners from each of the regional final-round sites will advance to compete at the finals site. Additionally, SIAC Commissioner Anthony Holloman has been selected to serve as committee chair. (link)

Deal Digest…
➤ The MIAA inks a conference-wide deal with Teamworks. (link)
➤ The RMAC partners with the Positive Coaching Alliance to assist with leadership development opportunities. (link)

Coaches.wire…
➤ Emmanuel names former Piedmont (DIII) AC Mark Destro as its new Men’s Lacrosse HC. (link)
➤ King Director of Esports Frank Morgan steps down for an opportunity outside higher education. (link)
➤ This morning’s edition of Coaches.wire is paced by soccer and track & field/cross country movement. See the full list of all coaching staff changes across all sports. (link)

Higher Ed Dive’s Natalie Schwarz reports that the Republican-led House Appropriations Committee has proposed a 15% cut to the U.S. Department of Education’s budget for FY26, with Rep. Robert Aderholt (R-AL) framing the proposal as being in line with Trump administration priorities. According to Schwarz, “the House panel’s plan would reduce funding for the Education Department to $67B. That’s in line with Trump’s own budget proposal, which critics argued would reduce access to college.” It would also “eliminate all funding for the Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant program … make deep cuts to the Federal Work-Study program, which provides part-time jobs to college students who demonstrate sufficient financial need … embrace Trump’s proposal to cut funding to the Office for Civil Rights, which investigates discrimination, harassment and sexual violence complaints on college campuses … and zero out funding for several grant and fellowship programs administered by the Education Department, including those that support teacher preparation, campus-based childcare for students and foreign language instruction.” The plan will, however, “preserve the maximum Pell Grant, in contrast with the White House’s plan to reduce it by roughly 23% to $5,710” and “keep funding level for TRIO and Gear Up, two programs that help low-income and other disadvantaged students prepare for and complete college.” Schwarz notes that “House lawmakers will need to eventually square their proposals with the Senate, which is considering a different proposal that would largely maintain the Education Department’s current level of discretionary funding. Lawmakers face a government shutdown if they don’t fund the government or pass a stopgap budget measure by Oct. 1.” (link)

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(NEW!) Associate Athletic Director, Compliance Services (University of Illinois Springfield / Springfield, IL): Lead the strategic planning and management of compliance services at UIS Athletics, while serving as a key leader shaping the program’s vision, direction, and long-term success. More details HERE.

(NEW!) Senior Associate Athletics Director for Development (Dartmouth College / Hanover, NH): Reporting jointly to the VP for Development and the AD, provide strategic leadership for athletics fundraising and stewardship program. Charged with advancing annual, capital, and endowment giving. (DI) More details HERE.

Associate Director, Development Stewardship (Georgia Tech / Atlanta, GA): The position provides support to the Athletics Development Team and interacts regularly with the Director of Athletics and executive team members. (DI) More details HERE.

Chair of the Department of Physical Education and Director of Athletics (Pomona-Pitzer Colleges / Claremont, CA): Pomona-Pitzer Sagehens invites inquiries, nominations, and applications for the chair of the Department of Physical Education and Director of Athletics. (DIII) More details HERE.

Athletic Business Manager (Chadron State College / Chadron, NE): Responsible for the financial functions of the College’s athletic programs. Exercises discretion and independent judgment in providing financial oversight & administrative support to athletic staff. More details HERE.

Assistant Athletics Coach, Softball (Babson College / Wellesley, MA): Serves as a varsity Assistant Athletics Coach, Softball within the Department of Athletics and Recreation. (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant Softball Coach (Northwestern Oklahoma State University / Alva, OK): This full-time role supports all aspects of the softball program, including recruiting, coaching, field prep, administration, and game-day operations, while helping student-athletes grow. More details HERE.

Assistant Coach-Track & Field (Emporia State University / Emporia, KS): Emporia State University Intercollegiate Athletics is seeking an Assistant Track & Field Coach. This position will assist the Head Coach in the development and management of the Track & Field program. More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Director of Compliance (Eastern New Mexico University / Portales, NM): The Assistant Athletics Director for Compliance is responsible for the overall development, implementation, and review of the institution’s athletics compliance program. More details HERE.

Director, Athletics Communications (Florida Gulf Coast University / Fort Myers, FL): The Director, Athletics Communications oversees the planning, organization, and daily operations of the university's athletics communications. (DI) More details HERE.

Associate Athletic Director for External Relations (Florida Gulf Coast University / Fort Myers, FL): The Associate Athletic Director for External Relations is responsible for the strategic leadership and operational oversight of all external units within the Department of Athletics. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Trainer (Eastern New Mexico University / Portales, NM): Eastern New Mexico University, an NCAA Division II institution and a member of the Lone Star Conference, is seeking applicants for an assistant athletic trainer full-time. More details HERE.

Head Softball Coach (Wingate University / Wingate, NC): Position Title: Head Softball Coach Institution: Wingate University Location: Wingate, North Carolina Department: Athletics Conference Affiliation: NCAA Division II – South Atlantic Conference More details HERE.

Grad Coaching Asst (Adams State University / Alamosa, CO): Help head and asst coach with practice plans, extra individual practices with players. Help with lineup and player development. More details HERE.

Athletics Groundskeeper (Florida Gulf Coast University / Fort Myers, FL): The Athletics Groundskeeper is responsible for maintenance and care of the fields and surrounding grounds at the Outdoor Athletic Complexes. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Registrar for Athletic Academic Compliance (Jessup University / Rocklin, CA): Assists with the assessment and maintenance of athlete academic eligibility for all students, performs degree audits, and evaluates transcripts in accordance with NCAA DII requirements More details HERE.

Athletic Trainer (Doane College / Crete, NE): The Athletic Trainer is responsible for preventing, treating, and rehabilitating injuries for student-athletes while supporting assigned sports teams during practices and competitions. (NAIA) More details HERE.

Athletics Compliance Coordinator (Western Colorado University / Gunnison, CO): Is responsible for the strict compliance of the athletic department to the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) rules and policies. More details HERE.

Assistant Director - Strategic Communications (Stephen F Austin State University / Nacogdoches, TX): Athletic Communications role managing media relations, event coverage, and storytelling to promote student-athletes, coaches, and programs, enhancing visibility for the department and university. (DI) More details HERE.

Associate Director, Fundraising & Partnerships (University of Louisville / Louisville, KY): The Associate Director, Fundraising & Partnerships will support revenue generation efforts through corporate partnerships, philanthropic giving, NIL fundraising, and premium seat sales. (DI) More details HERE.

Athletic Facilities and Game Day Operations Manager (Haverford College / Haverford, PA): Haverford College invites applications for our full-time (37.5 hours per week), exempt, benefits-eligible Athletic Facilities and Game Day Operations Manager opportunity. (DIII) More details HERE.

Senior Director, Principal Giving - Athletics (University of Cincinnati Foundation / Cincinnati, OH): The Sr. Director, Principal Giving serves UC Athletics & is responsible for the identification, qualification, engagement, solicitation & personalized stewardship of prospects & donors at the $1M+. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Baseball (Pitching) Coach (St. Mary's University – Texas / San Antonio, TX): Assist the Head Coach with pitching instruction, recruiting, training, and mentoring student-athletes while supporting St. Mary’s baseball program and mission. More details HERE.

Head Coach-Baseball (Emporia State University / Emporia, KS): Emporia State University Intercollegiate Athletics is seeking a Head Coach-Baseball. More details HERE.

Assistant Dir Athletics/External Ops (Northern State University / Aberdeen, SD): The position responsibilities include but are not limited to leading efforts related to corporate sponsorships, suites sales & premium seating, season ticket sales for the Wolves Club. More details HERE.

Director of Athletics Media Relations (Coker University / Hartsville, SC): Coker University, a member of NCAA Division II and the South Atlantic Conference, invites applications for the position of Director of Athletics Media Relations. More details HERE.

Assistant Athletics Director, Major Gifts (Florida Gulf Coast University / Fort Myers, FL): The Assistant Athletics Director, Major Gifts is a frontline major gift officer who identifies, qualifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards major and principal gift donors for FGCU Athletics. (DI) More details HERE.

Head Strength & Conditioning Coach (Jessup University / Rocklin, CA): The Head Strength & Conditioning Coach is responsible for the development & management of individual & group performance training programs for student-athletes participating in the athletics program More details HERE.

Director of Athletics, Fitness and Recreation (Kenyon College / Gambier, OH): Director of Athletics at Kenyon is a senior leader shaping a bold vision that unites academics, athletics, and student life—championing 23 sports, facilities, wellness, and campus engagement. (DIII) More details HERE.

Director - Digital and Social Media (Stephen F Austin State University / Nacogdoches, TX): The Director of Digital and Social Media directs digital and social media content, strategy, and hosting to boost exposure, awareness, and fan connection for the athletic department. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Coach, 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 Coach, Men's & Women's Swimming (Gannon University / Erie, PA): The assistant coach will assist in coaching, managing, and directing all aspects of a competitive, NCAA Division II, intercollegiate swimming program. More details HERE.

Assistant Athletics Director, Business Operations (Jessup University / Rocklin, CA): Supports the day-to-day activities of the athletic department by providing leadership in planning, organizing and controlling activities, tasks and projects under the direction of the AD. More details HERE.

Assistant Coach - Men's & Women's Nordic Ski (University of Alaska – Anchorage / Anchorage, AK): The University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) Department of Athletics is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Assistant Coach - Men's and Women's Nordic Ski. More details HERE.

Part-Time Assistant Women's Softball Coach (Pennwest - California / California, PA): The Assistant Coach, in collaboration with the Head Softball Coach assists in the direction & administration of the Softball program in a manner that reflects the athletics’ department program goals. More details HERE.

Head Baseball Coach (University of Texas at Dallas / Richardson, TX): UT Dallas is looking for its next head baseball coach, responsible for all administrative aspects of the program, including scheduling, recruiting, team management, and budgeting. More details HERE.

Coordinator of Athletic Development (University of Mary / Bismarck, ND): The Coordinator of Athletic Development is an integral part of the Mission Advancement Office and has primary responsibility with the identification, cultivation and solicitation of prospects. More details HERE.

Director of Athletics (Ohio University / Athens, OH): Reporting to the President, the Director of Athletics serves on the President’s Executive Council and is responsible for all aspects of the Athletics department. (DI) More details HERE. The D1.dossier for this position is available HERE.

Scholastic Supervisor (Texas A&M University / College Station, TX): Seeking applicants for the position of Scholastic Supervisor for Men’s & Women’s Track & Field. The Job Requisition is R-086412. (DI) More details HERE.

MEC Director of Communications (Mountain East Conference / Bridgeport, WV): Overarching Job Duties: Provide strategic planning and consultation for conference communications initiatives under the direction of MEC Associate Commissioner for Membership Services and Operations. More details HERE.

Assistant Director, Sports Administration (Big Ten Conference / Rosemont, IL): This position serves as a primary Conference liaison to assigned Olympic sport programs, and enhances the student-athlete experience through the planning of championships for assigned sports. (DI) More details HERE.

Softball Assistant or Graduate Assistant Coach (Fort Lewis College / Durango, CO): Under the supervision of the Head Coach, the Assistant Coach will serve as a member of Athletics and be responsible for a positive and beneficial experience for student-athletes. More details HERE.

Athletics Communications Coordinator (Florida Gulf Coast University / Fort Myers, FL): The Athletics Communications Coordinator assists in the planning, organization, and oversight of daily operations of the athletic communications. (DI) More details HERE.

Director of External Operations (Lee University / Cleveland, TN): Lead marketing efforts to elevate the Lee Athletics’ brand on campus, the local community, and with corporate partners. Contribute to the ongoing success of our Top-25 Division II athletic programs. More details HERE.

Manager of Athletics Broadcast and Video (Coker University / Hartsville, SC): The Manager of Athletics Broadcast and Video is responsible for the oversight, production, and enhancement of all Coker University Athletics live broadcasts and video content. More details HERE.

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