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Wisconsin AD jumps to Big Ten HQ, stirring questions about Luke Fickell's future
sports1 month ago

Wisconsin AD jumps to Big Ten HQ, stirring questions about Luke Fickell's future

Wisconsin athletics director Chris McIntosh is leaving Madison to join the Big Ten as deputy commissioner for strategy, a newly created role to guide conference strategy, revenue decisions and policy. His departure could affect Luke Fickell's tenure, but the Badger coach's fate will largely depend on on-field results, with an early test against Notre Dame and a tough Big Ten schedule possibly shaping expectations for 2026 and beyond.

From Badger Leader to Big Ten Strategist: McIntosh Leaves Wisconsin
sports1 month ago

From Badger Leader to Big Ten Strategist: McIntosh Leaves Wisconsin

Wisconsin athletic director Chris McIntosh announced he is leaving to become the Big Ten’s Deputy Commissioner of Strategy, a surprise move after the hockey title game. The piece offers theories: McIntosh may have sensed his tenure was ending, concerns about NIL funding and transfer-portal competitiveness for Wisconsin, and the lure of a less stressful, higher-profile conference role, with his Fickell ties and donor dynamics noted as context.

McIntosh Exits Wisconsin AD Post to Join Big Ten as Strategy Deputy
sports1 month ago

McIntosh Exits Wisconsin AD Post to Join Big Ten as Strategy Deputy

Wisconsin athletic director Chris McIntosh is stepping down to become deputy commissioner for strategy at the Big Ten, leaving Wisconsin to search for a new AD. The move shifts McIntosh from campus leadership to a conference-level role focused on media, revenue, NIL policy, and partnerships, following his tenure that included hiring Luke Fickell and guiding success across multiple Wisconsin programs.

"Greg Gard to Lead Wisconsin Basketball Through 2024-25 Season Despite Challenges"
sports2 years ago

"Greg Gard to Lead Wisconsin Basketball Through 2024-25 Season Despite Challenges"

Wisconsin head basketball coach Greg Gard will return for the 2024-25 season after receiving a vote of confidence from athletic director Chris McIntosh, despite calls for change from fans following the team's early exit from the NCAA Tournament. Gard, entering his 10th season, holds a 63.5% win percentage and two Big Ten regular season titles. The decision comes after a meeting to discuss the team's performance, and with a promising roster and potential moves in the transfer portal, the program aims to end its seven-year Sweet Sixteen drought.