Edition #1819
November 6, 2026
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Notable, given the ties to the Moore case, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit has reversed and vacated the nationwide preliminary injunction in the five-for-five eligibility case, Wisne v. NCAA, per Scarlet and Black Insider’s Austin Massey. “The injunction had already been stayed since August 21, and following oral arguments that appeared to go poorly for the plaintiffs, this outcome was largely expected. The three-judge panel concluded that the plaintiffs failed to establish a legally supportable antitrust labor market encompassing all Division I sports. Importantly, the court did NOT decide whether the NCAA's exclusion of the Class of 2022 is ultimately lawful, nor did it address whether NCAA eligibility rules are exempt from antitrust scrutiny.” (link, link - full ruling)
NCAA Chief Legal Officer Scott Bearby’s response to the ruling, in part: “The Tenth Circuit's decision is consistent with the approach taken by every federal court of appeals to consider the merits of preliminary injunctions involving NCAA eligibility rules. The decision also acknowledges the NCAA's concern that retroactively changing eligibility rules can destabilize rosters and disrupt the settled expectations of student-athletes regarding roster spots and playing time. … The NCAA will continue to defend the membership's decision and the rules adopted through the Association's governance process. Although plaintiffs may seek additional review and certain proceedings remain pending before the district court, today's decision vacates the injunction in full and represents another appellate court's recognition that the extraordinary remedy of injunctive relief was unwarranted.” (link)
The MIAA has put together a 10-person task force, led by Arkansas-Fort Smith AD Curtis Janz, to prepare for the passage or defeat of the Protect College Sports Act. The primary goal of the task force: “To identify where MIAA leadership and self-governance are needed to safeguard the educational mission of the Association’s intercollegiate athletic programs, even if the US House of Representatives passes the PCSA.” Commissioner Mike Racy: “NCAA Division II athletics is at a pivotal moment. MIAA members want to proactively determine how to implement areas of change in college sports that outside agencies and bodies are prioritizing. The Association must also boldly identify where self-governance and enforcement are needed to help strengthen the benefits of MIAA membership.” (link)
The Protect College Sports Act won’t be on the House’s agenda when it returns to session next week, per Yahoo Sports’ Ross Dellenger, who notes the move was expected. (link)
Writing for On3, Dellenger dives into how the Democrats flipping both Congressional chambers impacts the potential passage of the Protect College Sports Act, with New York Yankees President/College Sports Council Vice Chair Randy Levine stating: “The answer is nobody really knows. This was always a bipartisan bill.” More…
➤ With Republicans clinging to a four-seat House majority for the next two months and more than 25 ousted GOP incumbents set to be relocated to makeshift basement cubicles, Capitol Hill aides warn absent lawmakers could sink floor votes across the remaining 20 scheduled working days. Texas Tech Board of Regents Chair Cody Campbell: “The challenge is that a lot of these guys who got booted may not show up to work.” An anonymous House staffer adds: “There’s just no incentive to pass the bill unless Trump can get (House Speaker) Mike Johnson to put it on the floor and have the entire Republican caucus show up as they are getting evicted.”
➤ An anonymous senior Democratic House aide adds: "If you want a quote, here it is: the NIL bill is dead on f****** arrival. They’ve only got to get four Republicans. It’s just a different environment. The Republicans need us now and they want the bill more than we do." Another source suggested to Dellenger that Democrats might want college sports legislation off their proverbial plates before a new Congress arrives, which could pave the way for an attempt to overturn President Trump’s policies around healthcare and tariffs. Campbell adds: “(The election results) make it clear that something has to be done in this lame duck session, so people will finally feel the urgency to stop screwing around and playing games.” (link)
The Athletic’s Stewart Mandel, Ralph Russo and Justin Williams get more comments from key individuals about the legislation…
➤ NCAA SVP of External Affairs Tim Buckley: “Student-athletes from across the country and all three NCAA Divisions worked hard to advance this legislation and thanks to their advocacy, the bill received a massive, bipartisan vote in the Senate. Not acting on the Protect College Sports Act this session would mean not enshrining these transformative student-athlete benefits into federal law, and we will continue to see opportunities for young people to access college sports erode as professionals return to college and steal roster spots from college students. The Association looks forward to working with the House to get this bill across the finish line.”
➤ A Senate Committee on Commerce spokesperson adds: “There is no realistic path to secure the same broad bipartisan support for a new bill in 2027 and beyond. Passing the Senate-approved bipartisan bill through the House and sending it to the President’s desk during the lame duck Congress gives House Republicans an opportunity to close out the 119th Congress with a significant win for President Trump, HBCUs, women’s sports, and student athletes. An attempt to amend it would be a surefire defeat for the colleges and fans counting on PCSA’s enactment.” (link)
Flag Football Files…
➤ Southern Arkansas is the latest to announce the addition of women’s flag football in 2027-28. (link)
➤ The Betty Wold Johnson Foundation is committing an additional $500K to support the expansion of the New York Jets ECAC Women’s Flag Football League from 15 to 2027 members in 2027. ECAC Commissioner Dan Coonan: “This will enable twice as many programs and talented young women to pursue their athletic dreams. The talent and desire have always been there. All they lacked was the opportunity. We are so appreciative of this monumental gift to advance this emerging sport, and can't wait to kick off Year Two of ECAC Women's Flag Football.” (link)
People & Places…
➤ Trevecca Nazarene promotes Provost/SVP/Chief of Staff Tom Middendorf to become the university’s 12th president. (link)
➤ American International Women’s Lacrosse HC Justin Dionne departs for the same position at Clark (DIII). (link)
➤ Middle Georgia Women’s Soccer HC Vinny Gill and Men’s Basketball HC Scott Moe will retire after their respective seasons. (link, link)
➤ Oklahoma Baptist Women’s Soccer HC Mike White resigns after 17 seasons leading the Bison. (link)
➤ Palm Beach Atlantic Men’s Soccer HC Lucas Martorana steps down after five seasons to become a Director of Scouting in the MLS. (link)
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(NEW!) Head Women's Soccer Coach (Adams State University / Alamosa, CO): Adams State Head Women's Soccer Coach More details HERE.
(NEW!) Assistant Athletics Coach, Baseball (Babson College / Wellesley, MA): Assistant Athletics Coach, Baseball at Babson College in Wellesley, MA. Full-time role assisting with coaching and administrative duties. (DIII) More details HERE.
(NEW!) Head Coach Men's Soccer (Daemen University / Amherst, NY): The Head Coach- Men's Soccer recruits student athletes, schedules games and practices. More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Amherst? Click HERE.
Head Women's Volleyball Coach (Waynesburg University / Waynesburg, PA): The head coach is responsible for, but not limited to, recruiting quality student athletes, retaining a full roster, practice organization, staff hiring/development, game scheduling, budget oversight. (DIII) More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Waynesburg? Click HERE.
Associate Athletic Director for Development (Lewis University / Romeoville, IL): The Associate Director serves on the department’s senior leadership team and provides strategic leadership for athletic fundraising, the Flyer Club, major gifts, and high-level corporate partnerships. More details HERE.
Men's Volleyball Graduate Assistant (Southwest Baptist University / Bolivar, MO): Southwest Baptist University Men’s Volleyball is seeking a Graduate Assistant. This position offers hands-on experience in collegiate coaching while contributing to a growing program. More details HERE.
Assistant Director - Annual Giving (Purdue University / West Lafayette, IN): Purdue For Life Foundation is seeking an Assistant Director-Annual Giving to serve as the primary athletics contact for approximately 500 mid-level donors and major gifts prospects. (DI) More details HERE.
Director of Athletics (University of Alabama at Birmingham / Birmingham, AL): UAB seeks an experienced athletics leader to drive competitive success, financial growth, compliance, and student-athlete development through strategic leadership. (DI) More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Birmingham? Click HERE.
Associate Director, Athletic Operations and Facilities (University of California, Merced (UC Merced) / Merced, CA): Senior leader overseeing game operations, facilities and sport supervision at the highest ranked academic institution in NCAA D2. More details HERE.
Director of Athletics (Susquehanna University / Selinsgrove, PA): Susquehanna University invites inquiries, nominations, and applications for the position of director of athletics. (DIII) More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Selinsgrove? Click HERE.
Associate Commissioner, Sports Administration and Championships/Men’s Basketball (Mountain West Conference / Las Vegas, NV): The Associate Commissioner will serve the Conference and its member institutions to oversee and lead all aspects of the Conference’s men’s basketball enterprise. (DI) More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Las Vegas? Click HERE.
Director of the Adams/Wyche Center for Academic Success (Frostburg State University / Frostburg, MD): Director of Athletic Academic Center. Responsible for Student-Athlete success, development, and well-being. More details HERE.
Senior Associate Commissioner for Institutional Services (Mid-American Conference / Cleveland, OH): The Mid-American Conference (MAC) is seeking an experienced, collaborative, and strategic leader to serve as Senior Associate Commissioner for Institutional Services. (DI) More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Cleveland? Click HERE.
Assistant Director of Sports Medicine/Athletic Trainer (Adams State University / Alamosa, CO): Assistant Director of Sports Medicine/Athletic Trainer. More details HERE.
Assistant Athletic Trainer (Adams State University / Alamosa, CO): Assistant Athletic Trainer at Adams State University. More details HERE.
Executive Associate Athletic Director/Director of Athletic Development (Fairfield University / Fairfield, CT): Seeking a dynamic, accomplished, and highly motivated Executive Associate Athletic Director/Director of Athletic Development to lead its athletic fundraising program. (DI) More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Fairfield? Click HERE.
Assistant Athletic Director for Business Operations (Albany State University / Albany, GA): Help shape the future of Golden Rams Athletics by leading financial operations, strengthening fiscal accountability, and supporting the continued growth of our 12 NCAA Division II programs. More details HERE.
Director for Athletic Communications (West Texas A&M University / Canyon, TX): Media/public relations. Record books, releases, previews & feature articles. Maintain Athletics website, historical records & stats. Supervise press box/scorer's table staff. Submit nominations. More details HERE.
Assistant Athletic Trainer (Frostburg State University / Frostburg, MD): Full Time Assistant Athletic Trainer. More details HERE.
Men's Assistant Coach (Swarthmore College / Swarthmore, PA): Swarthmore College Men's Lacrosse is hiring an assistant coach. Duties include recruiting, logistics and on field coaching. Send resume to [email protected] (DIII) More details HERE.
Head Coach – Men’s & Women’s Swimming and Diving (Roberts Wesleyan University / Rochester, NY): Build a competitive NCAA Division II swimming and diving program at Roberts Wesleyan University through strategic recruiting, dynamic coaching, and transformative student-athlete development. More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Rochester? Click HERE.
Internal Operations/Facilities and Event Management Graduate Assistant (Fort Hays State University / Hays, KS): Fort Hays State University seeks a graduate assistant for internal operations and event facility management for the athletic department. More details HERE.
Deputy Athletic Director/Chief Development Officer for Athletics - (ATH00000504) (Southern Methodist University – SMU / Dallas, TX): The Deputy Athletic Director serves as the Chief Development Officer for SMU Athletics, providing strategic leadership for all philanthropic efforts supporting Mustang Athletics. (DI) More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Dallas? Click HERE.
Associate Director of Development - Major Gifts (Purdue University / West Lafayette, IN): Build meaningful relationships, inspire transformational giving, and help shape the future of Purdue Athletics through philanthropy, alumni engagement, and major gifts. (DI) More details HERE.
Associate Athletic Director for Sports Analytics (William & Mary / Williamsburg, VA): The Associate AD for Sports Analytics leads the department's strategy for data, analytics, and artificial intelligence across all 23 varsity sports. (DI) More details HERE.
Assistant Softball Coach (Quincy University / Quincy, IL): Quincy University, an NCAA Division II institution and member of the Great Lakes Valley Conference, invites applications for the position of Assistant Softball Coach. More details HERE.