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UK’s Mitch Barnhart retires, rejects lucrative post-retirement role
sports1 month ago

UK’s Mitch Barnhart retires, rejects lucrative post-retirement role

Mitch Barnhart will retire as the University of Kentucky's athletics director on June 30 and will not take the proposed Executive in Residence post for the UK Sports and Workforce Initiative, a position that would have paid about $950,000 annually through 2030 funded by private sources; the plan was officially reversed on Thursday amid criticism from Gov. Beshear and others, with UK President Capilouto saying the focus should stay on students and the Commonwealth.

via On3|
#athletics-director#mitch-barnhart#retirement
Chris Park Appointed as Executive Associate Athletics Director
sports4 months ago

Chris Park Appointed as Executive Associate Athletics Director

Chris Park has been appointed as the new Executive Associate Athletics Director for External Affairs and Chief Communications Officer at Ohio State University, bringing extensive experience from Baylor, Texas A&M, and Washington State to enhance the university's athletic communications, branding, and strategic storytelling efforts.

via Ohio State | Official Athletics Website|
#athletics-director#chris-park#college-sports
Jeremiah Donati Appointed as South Carolina's New Athletic Director
sports1 year ago

Jeremiah Donati Appointed as South Carolina's New Athletic Director

Jeremiah Donati has been appointed as the new Director of Athletics at the University of South Carolina, succeeding Ray Tanner. Donati previously served as the Athletics Director at Texas Christian University, where he achieved significant success, including multiple national championships and conference titles. He aims to continue building on the success of Gamecock Athletics by focusing on competitive excellence and enhancing the student-athlete experience.

via South Carolina Gamecocks|
#athletics-director#gamecock-athletics#jeremiah-donati
"Surprise Departure and New Hire: Mizzou's Athletic Director Shake-Up"
sports2 years ago

"Surprise Departure and New Hire: Mizzou's Athletic Director Shake-Up"

Desiree Reed-Francois has left the University of Missouri for the same position at Arizona, leaving a considerable hole in the athletics department. A search for her replacement is set to begin immediately, with seven potential candidates being considered, including individuals with past ties to Missouri sports and experience in athletics administration at other universities. The hiring process and potential candidates will be closely watched as Mizzou seeks its next athletics director.

via St. Louis Post-Dispatch|
#athletics-director#college-sports#hiring-process
Desiree Reed-Francois Leaves Mizzou for Arizona AD Role
sports2 years ago

Desiree Reed-Francois Leaves Mizzou for Arizona AD Role

University of Missouri athletics director Desiree Reed-Francois is leaving to take the same job at the University of Arizona after less than three years at MU, where she was credited with generating momentum, hiring coaches, and securing a record $62 million donation. Her departure comes amid the establishment of an oversight committee to monitor Mizzou Athletics, and she will reportedly receive a $1 million per year salary at Arizona, a pay cut from her previous $1.25 million.

via St. Louis Post-Dispatch|
#athletics-director#desiree-reed-francois#oversight-committee
"Beth Goetz Officially Named University of Iowa's Permanent Athletics Director"
sports2 years ago

"Beth Goetz Officially Named University of Iowa's Permanent Athletics Director"

Beth Goetz's contract as the University of Iowa's athletics director is a five-year deal with an annual guaranteed base salary of $850,000, along with additional deferred compensation and performance-based bonuses. She is the 13th AD in school history and the only female AD in the Big Ten, succeeding longtime athletics director Gary Barta. Her contract runs from Jan. 18, 2024, to Jan. 17, 2029, and includes bonuses for academic and athletic achievements.

via Hawk Central|
#athletics-director#beth-goetz#big-ten
"Beth Goetz Officially Named University of Iowa's Athletic Director"
sports2 years ago

"Beth Goetz Officially Named University of Iowa's Athletic Director"

Beth Goetz has been named the permanent athletics director at the University of Iowa after serving as interim AD since August 2022. She received widespread support from coaches and colleagues, with a five-year contract and a base salary of $850,000 plus incentives and deferred compensation. Goetz is the only woman currently serving as an athletics director in the Big Ten and the first woman to be AD at Iowa since 1973. Her appointment concludes an official search process that began late last year, with TurnkeyZRG conducting the search.

via The Gazette|
#athletics-director#beth-goetz#big-ten
Beth Goetz Officially Named Director of Athletics at University of Iowa
sports2 years ago

Beth Goetz Officially Named Director of Athletics at University of Iowa

Beth Goetz has been named the permanent athletics director at the University of Iowa, becoming the first female to oversee the entire Iowa athletic department and the only female athletics director in the Big Ten Conference. Goetz, who previously served as interim AD, was chosen after a national search and is praised for her leadership and vision. She has already made significant decisions during her tenure, including handling coaching changes and navigating modern college athletics challenges.

via Hawk Central|
#athletics-director#beth-goetz#big-ten-conference
sports2 years ago

"Beth Goetz Takes Helm as University of Iowa's Athletic Director"

Beth Goetz has been named the University of Iowa’s next Director of Athletics after serving as interim since August 2022. She joined the Iowa athletics staff in September 2022 and previously served as director of athletics at Ball State University. Goetz expressed gratitude for the opportunity and looks forward to leading Iowa’s athletics program. Her appointment is pending approval by the Iowa Board of Regents.

via Hawkeyesports University of Iowa|
#athletics-director#beth-goetz#interim-director
Beth Goetz Takes Helm as Iowa's Athletics Director
sports2 years ago

Beth Goetz Takes Helm as Iowa's Athletics Director

Beth Goetz has been named the new athletics director at the University of Iowa, making her the first woman to oversee the full department. With a background in collegiate athletics and a track record of success, Goetz's priorities include addressing coaching transitions, fostering relationships with student-athletes, and exploring potential facility renovations. Her appointment follows a thorough search process and has garnered support from coaches and university leadership.

via The Athletic|
#athletics-director#beth-goetz#big-ten