Edition #1440
August 26, 2026
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Alfred announces former Knox Interim AD/former McDaniel/Swarthmore/Alvernia AD Adam Hertz as its next AD starting September 14. VP for Student Experience Kim Harvey: “Adam distinguished himself throughout the search process as a collaborative leader who understands the important role athletics plays in student development, campus engagement and institutional success. His commitment to student-athlete achievement, both in competition and in the classroom, aligns strongly with Alfred University's mission and values. I look forward to partnering with him as we continue to strengthen Saxon Athletics and further advance a vibrant and connected student experience at Alfred University.” (link)
St. Mary’s (MD) selects Susquehanna AD Sharief Hashim as its new VP for Athletics, starting October 5. President Rhonda Phillips: “Sharief brings a strong record of leadership and a clear understanding that athletics and recreation are integral to the educational experience and the broader mission of the institution. His commitment to student success, relationship building and strategic leadership will be tremendous assets to St. Mary's College. I am especially pleased to welcome him back to Maryland and look forward to the contributions he will make to our campus and our community.” (link)
More from Southwestern AD Ken Ralph’s Small College Conversation on his leadership perspectives, shifting the culture of the department and structural tweaks to meet the needs of the department. Here’s what you need to know…
➤ Asked about overcoming pushback to the way things have been done, Ralph notes that he doesn’t expect everyone to change for him and not everyone can or will make the necessary changes. “Once there's some success within the new culture and within the new framework, it's easier for people to buy in and go, ‘Okay, hey, this isn't ruining my life. This isn't changing things dramatically. And actually I have more resources at my fingertips than I had doing it the old way.’ I think one of the biggest things is to really overcommunicate a lot of it. I've been accused by some past presidents of oversharing a little bit, but I work with really smart people. I work with people who thrive on good information and people can't make good decisions if they don't have good information at their fingertips.”
➤ Part of changing that culture has been a recognition of the greater good of the department, alignment in leadership, checking off minor capital projects, creating a new senior staff position focused solely on the game day experience and more. “What it does is it gets people to say, ‘Wait a minute, we're starting to take ourselves seriously here. Wait, this is something that our peers don't have, and all of a sudden we do have.’ … So that's really become a change in the narrative of, let's talk about what we do have.”
➤ “We don't need to be world beaters today, but what I want to do is every single day have the department get better so our students take a lot of pride in their sense of place and a lot of pride in being part of the Southwestern community and being part of our athletics department. I want them to defend this logo strongly because they're having a great experience, but I want our staff to do it too. I want our staff to be proud of working at Southwestern. I want them to be proud of the people they interact with every day. I think if you try to make it a race, if you try to do everything instantaneously, you're going to skip steps and you're going to end up in an area where you might be good for a year and then you fall back. Anybody can build a program; the great ones sustain them.” (link)
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Hilbert will install a new regulation-size artificial turf field at its current on-campus practice field to serve the Hawks’ football, soccer and lacrosse programs. AD Tim Seil: “This project will have a tremendous impact on our student-athletes and the overall campus experience. Having the ability to compete on our own campus creates a stronger connection between athletics, student life, and the broader Hilbert community. It creates an environment where our students can represent Hilbert in front of their classmates, families, alumni, and supporters while building traditions that will last for generations.” Work is expected to begin this fall and be ready next fall. (link)
Claremont-Mudd-Scripps and Pomona-Pitzer will serve as training and housing hubs for Panam Sports ahead of the 2028 Olympic Games. (link)
Four Hanover women’s swimming student-athletes have filed a class action Title IX lawsuit over the discontinuation of its program earlier this year. The student-athletes have also filed an emergency motion seeking to preserve their program and all women’s sports at Hanover. Plaintiffs attorney Arthur Bryant: “Hanover’s elimination of its women’s swimming team is a flagrant violation of Title IX. According to the most recent publicly available information, women were 50.34% of Hanover’s undergraduates in 2024-25, but they were given only 34.86% of the opportunities to participate in varsity sports. Hanover needs to add around 170 opportunities for women to reach gender equity. It should not be eliminating any women’s teams.” (link)
The NCAA approved a slate of technology and pace-of-play rules for the 2027 college baseball season, headlined by an experimental option allowing all three divisions to implement a challenge system for called balls and strikes. The updated rules also require a double first base for all games, permit larger 18-inch square bases and expand video review to cover fair-foul calls and all tag plays. The committee is also allowing conferences to test professional-style rules like a three-batter minimum for relief pitchers and a two-disengagement limit per at-bat. (link)
The DII and DIII Playing Rules Oversight Panel and the DI Men’s and Women’s Track and Field and Cross Country Oversight Committee approved a slate of rule changes for the 2026-27 track and field and cross country seasons, including a strict 30-minute warmup limit per flight for preliminary horizontal jumps and throwing events, which drops to 15 minutes for finals. The committees also mandated distinct barriers for cross country turns, permitted protests for suspected illegal shoes, and reverted equipment calibration guidelines to 2023-2024 standards. To protect competitive integrity, active coaches and enrolled track and field athletes are now explicitly prohibited from officiating meets involving competing schools. The updated policy also officially defines a flagrant action as an evident or decisive act that impedes another competitor. Finally, the rules committees across all three divisions rescinded optional indoor and outdoor team scoring proposals, delaying any potential implementation for at least another academic year. (link)
Coaches Corner…
➤ Claremont-Mudd-Scripps selects Long Beach State (DI) AC Lexi Nielsen as its new Women’s Golf HC. (link)
➤ MIT announces Johns Hopkins AC Dan Schuman as its Cross Country HC/Track & Field AC. (link)
➤ NYU names St. John’s (DI) Men’s Tennis HC Dillon Pottish as the Violets’ Men’s and Women’s Tennis HC. (link)
➤ Penn State Harrisburg hires former Gettysburg HC Matt Garrett as its new Women’s Soccer HC. (link)
➤ Sarah Lawrence selects middle school teacher/Ithaca cross country alum Rachel Rose as its new Cross Country HC. (link)
➤ SUNY Cortland elevates Cross Country/Track & Field HC Steve Patrick to Director of Cross Country and Track & Field and AC Chad Dunham to Cross Country HC. (link)
➤ Washington College taps Ursinus AC Tom Primosch as its new Men’s Basketball HC. (link)
➤ William Peace welcomes high school HC Derick Disch as its new Men’s Golf HC. (link)
Hunter is facing a $14M budget deficit with its $399M budget per the New York Post’s Carl Campanile. In a statement about the deficit, a spokesperson: “Hunter College is implementing financial savings measures to address its projected structural deficit while ensuring our ability to provide a high-quality education for our students is not impacted. Full-time faculty and staff and academic programs are not expected to be affected. We may also draw on reserves if necessary to cover any remaining deficit at the end of the academic year. These decisions are being made with an aim toward minimal operational disruption.” (link)
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(NEW!) Assistant Track & Field Throwing Coach (Loras College / Dubuque, IA): POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for recruiting and coaching throwers for the Men’s/Women’s Track & Field program within established college, A-R-C and NCAA guidelines. More details HERE.
(NEW!) Head Women's Tennis Coach (Franklin & Marshall College / Lancaster, PA): The Head Women's Tennis Coach is responsible for providing effective leadership for, and day-to-day management of, the women's tennis program. More details HERE.
(NEW!) Head Men's and Women's Rowing Coach (Franklin & Marshall College / Lancaster, PA): The Head Men's & Women's Rowing Coach is responsible for providing effective leadership for, and day-to-day management of, the men's & women's rowing program. More details HERE.
(NEW!) Head Baseball Coach (University of Minnesota – Morris / Morris, MN): Cougar Athletics seeks new, energetic leader to continue the outstanding trajectory that baseball program is on. Established program with 2 assistants and strong institutional support. RollCougs! More details HERE.
(NEW!) Intern / Assistant Men's Lacrosse Coach (Hanover College / Hanover, IN): Seeking dynamic person to assist with management of MLAX program, including game prep/film evaluation, practices/skill development, team supervision/ops, recruiting/scouting, fundraising, & coaching. More details HERE.
(NEW!) Head Women's Swim Coach (Western New England University / Springfield, MA): Golden Bears Athletics seeks a part-time Head Women’s Swim Coach with strong organizational, coaching, communication, and professional skills in a fast-paced environment. More details HERE.
(NEW!) Assistant Director, Creative Services (Big Ten Conference / Rosemont, IL): This position will support the creation and execution of compelling visual content that enhances the Conference's brand, events, championships, and marketing initiatives. (DI) More details HERE.
(NEW!) Assistant Coach - Tennis (full-time) (Connecticut College / New London, CT): Assist the Head Coach in recruiting, coaching, scouting, fundraising, and administration of a competitive NCAA Division III tennis program competing in the NESCAC Conference More details HERE.
(NEW!) Assistant Coach - Track & Field (Multi Events) (Connecticut College / New London, CT): Assist the Head Coach in recruiting, coaching, fundraising, and administration of a competitive NCAA Division III track & field program (multi-events) competing in the NESCAC conference. More details HERE.
Assistant Men's Lacrosse Coach (Allegheny College / Meadville, PA): The assistant coach is responsible for assisting the Head Coach in the administration of all aspects of the sport program. More details HERE.
Graduate Assistant - Women's Soccer (Lakeland University / Plymouth, WI): Responsible for assisting the Head Coach, primarily with recruiting, organizing and running practices, fundraising, promotional activities, and other related assigned responsibilities. More details HERE.
Head Coach, Women’s Tennis (Babson College / Wellesley, MA): Head Coach, Women’s Tennis at Babson College in Wellesley, MA. Full-time role with a salary range of $76,041 - $84,490. More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Wellesley? Click HERE.
Associate Director of Athletics, Wellness, & Recreation - Operations (SUNY New Paltz / New Paltz, NY): The Associate Director of Athletics, Wellness, & Recreation - Operations serves as the department's lead administrator for operational needs and event management. More details HERE.
Assistant Athletic Trainer - 10-month Position (Loras College / Dubuque, IA): Assists in the oversight of all aspects of health care for Loras College student-athletics within the guidelines set forth by Loras College, the American Rivers Conference, and the NCAA Division III. More details HERE.
Assistant Coach Men's Basketball (Illinois College / Jacksonville, IL): The Assistant Coach is to assist the Head Coach in all program operations, including recruiting, retaining and coaching members of the basketball team. More details HERE.
Assistant Coach Softball (Illinois College / Jacksonville, IL): The Assistant Coach is responsible for assisting the Head Coach in all program operations, including recruiting, retaining and coaching members of the softball team. More details HERE.
Assistant Women's Lacrosse Coach (Stevens Institute of Technology / Hoboken, NJ): Assistant Women’s Lacrosse Coach Department: Athletics & Recreation Reports To: Head Women’s Lacrosse Coach More details HERE.
Head Swim Coach (Illinois College / Jacksonville, IL): The primary function of the Head Swim Coach is to facilitate all operations of successful men’s and women’s swim programs, including recruiting, retaining and coaching members of the swim team. More details HERE.
Director of Business Operations/Assistant AD-Business Operations (University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee / Milwaukee, WI): Position performs all financial duties within the athletic department. Supports the Deputy AD in budget management and advises staff on policies. Has the potential for an Assistant AD title. (DI) More details HERE.
Head Women’s Rowing Coach/Professor of Physical Education (Hamilton College / Clinton, NY): We seek an experienced, dynamic leader to direct all aspects of a competitive women’s rowing program, including recruiting, coaching, player development, and program administration, More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Clinton? Click HERE.
Head Men’s and Women’s Cross Country/Track & Field Coach/Professor of Physical Education (Hamilton College / Clinton, NY): Head Men’s and Women’s Cross Country/Track & Field Coach will direct all aspects of the programs, including recruiting, coaching, player development, and program administration. More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Clinton? Click HERE.
Head Volleyball Coach/Professor of Physical Education (Hamilton College / Clinton, NY): We seek an experienced, dynamic leader to direct all aspects of a competitive women’s volleyball program, including recruiting, coaching, player development, and program administration, More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Clinton? Click HERE.
FT Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach/Assistant Director of Sports Information (Whittier College / Whittier, CA): The Athletics Department at Whittier College is seeking a FTAssistant Men's Soccer Coach/Sports Information More details HERE.
Assistant Women's Basketball Coach (Gettysburg College / Gettysburg, PA): Gettysburg College, in historic Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, is seeking an experienced professional for a full-time position as Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach. More details HERE.
Assistant Director, Events and Operations/Facilities (Eastern University / St Davids, PA): Join our vibrant community of dedicated faculty and staff who work to create a transformative educational experience rooted in faith, reason, and justice. More details HERE.
Assistant Softball Coach (Gettysburg College / Gettysburg, PA): Gettysburg College, in historic Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, is seeking an experienced professional for a full-time position as Assistant Softball Coach. More details HERE.
Assistant Baseball Coach (Gettysburg College / Gettysburg, PA): Gettysburg College, in historic Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, is seeking an experienced professional for a full-time position as Assistant Baseball Coach. More details HERE.
Head Men's and Women's Swimming & Diving Coach/Aquatics Director (Regis College / Weston, MA): Looking for a dynamic leader to guide a DIII program with a rich tradition in the Boston suburbs. Come join a new leadership team in elevating this student-athlete experience! More details HERE.
Assistant Coach - Men's Volleyball (Eastern Mennonite University / Harrisonburg, VA): Ready to inspire champions? We’re seeking a dynamic Assistant Coach to recruit top talent, foster athlete growth, and elevate game strategy. Join our team to build a legacy of athletic excellence! More details HERE.
Graduate Assistant - Women's Field Hockey & Lacrosse (Eastern Mennonite University / Harrisonburg, VA): Earn your graduate degree while building your sports leadership career! Join us as a Graduate Assistant to gain hands-on coaching and athletic admin experience with a flexible hourly schedule. More details HERE.
Internship and Assistant Women’s Volleyball Coach (Thiel College / Greenville, PA): Thiel College is seeking a motivated, team-oriented, and servant-minded individual for the role of Intern and Assistant Women’s Volleyball Coach. More details HERE.
Women's Recruiting Coordinator and Head Women’s Lacrosse Coach (Massachusetts Maritime Academy / Buzzards Bay, MA): Oversee all aspects of the department's women's athletic recruitment strategy while providing leadership and direction as the head coach of the women's lacrosse program. More details HERE.
Account Executive (University of Louisville / Louisville, KY): Drive new sales and renewals for football and men’s basketball, manage 1,000+ accounts, deliver customer service, build relationships, and consistently meet sales and outreach goals. (DI) More details HERE.
Assistant Men's Lacrosse Coach (Gettysburg College / Gettysburg, PA): Located in historic Gettysburg, PA, the college is seeking an experienced professional for a full-time position as Assistant Men’s Lacrosse Coach. More details HERE.
Assistant Coach, Swimming & Diving (University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point / Stevens Point, WI): Assistant Coach, Swimming & Diving responsibilities are within the Department of Athletics, supporting the department and the University objectives. More details HERE.
Assistant Women's Lacrosse Coach (Gettysburg College / Gettysburg, PA): Located in historic Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, the college is seeking an assistant women’s lacrosse coach. This is a full-time, 12-month administrative position. More details HERE.
Women's Assistant Swim Coach (The College of New Jersey / Ewing, NJ): Part Time Assistant Women's Swim Coach at The College of New Jersey. Please contact Head Coach Jen Harnett with resume and cover letter: [email protected] More details HERE.
Head Men's Lacrosse Coach (Wheaton College – Massachusetts / Norton, MA): Lead and manage all aspects of a highly competitive NCAA program while emphasizing student-athlete development, recruitment, and a strong team culture. More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Norton? Click HERE
Assistant Athletics Director, Media Relations (William & Mary / Williamsburg, VA): Leads W&M Athletics Communications team in developing and executing strategies to enhance the department brand through proactive storytelling, disciplined messaging, and high-impact media operations. (DI) More details HERE.
Senior Associate Athletic Director of Internal Operations (South Dakota Mines / Rapid City, SD): Provide leadership for NCAA Division II athletics operations, overseeing compliance, events, facilities, & student-athlete services while helping drive success across 13 varsity sports. (DII) More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Rapid City? Click HERE
Part-Time Assistant Men's Volleyball Coach (Loras College / Dubuque, IA): Performs volleyball coaching and management activities, including recruitment of student-athletes in a National Collegiate Athletic Association--Division III intercollegiate Men’s Volleyball program. More details HERE.
Senior Associate Athletic Director for Facilities and Operations (Stevens Institute of Technology / Hoboken, NJ): Title: Senior Associate Athletic Director for Facilities and Operations Reports to: Assistant Vice President and Director of Athletics and Recreation More details HERE.
Assistant Director of Athletics for Campus Recreation and Varsity Athletics (Wheaton College – Massachusetts / Norton, MA): Manage all aspects of club and intramural sports and the recreation program. Assist with the varsity athletics program with contest management and sport supervision commensurate with experience. More details HERE.
Head Men’s & Women’s Golf Coach (Thiel College / Greenville, PA): Thiel College seeks a dynamic and visionary Head Men's & Women's Golf Coach to lead its NCAA Division III men's and women's golf programs. More details HERE.
Assistant Coach, Men's Volleyball (New York University / New York, NY): Assist with the development of recruiting plans; actively recruit and evaluate prospects; conduct recruitment visits; conduct recruitment competition evaluations. More details HERE.
Assistant Coach, Men's & Women's Golf (New York University / New York University, NY): Assist with the development of recruiting plans; actively recruit and evaluate prospects; conduct recruitment visits; conduct recruitment competition evaluations; More details HERE.
Assistant Coach, Men's & Women's Tennis (New York University / New York University, NY): Assist with the development of recruiting plans; actively recruit and evaluate prospects; conduct recruitment visits; conduct recruitment competition evaluations; More details HERE.
Facilities Manager – Equipment Room & Scheduling (University of Chicago / Chicago, Illinois, IL): Assist in the management of the University of Chicago’s athletic and recreational facilities. Oversight of the equipment room and the supervision of the personnel needed to accomplish these tasks. More details HERE.
Assistant Men's Basketball Coach (University of Chicago / Chicago, Illinois, IL): Assists the Head Coach in all aspects of running an NCAA Division III Basketball program by teaching and coaching student athletes, recruiting highly selective high school senior athletes, developing More details HERE.
Assistant Tennis Coach (University of Chicago / Chicago, Illinois, IL): Under the direction of the Head Coach, assists with planning, coaching, recruiting, administering, and promoting an athletics program within NCAA and University of Chicago standard. More details HERE.
Assistant Athletic Director for Community Engagement (Kenyon College / Gambier, OH): We are looking for a collaborative leader to join our Athletics, Fitness and Recreation team. Someone who can connect our student-athletes with the broader community and elevate campus pride. More details HERE.
Assistant Athletic Director for Marketing & Events (Connecticut College / New London, CT): Camel Athletics is looking for a creative, energetic, and passionate professional to join our Athletics management team! Help us support 28 varsity teams as we drive success across the NESCAC. More details HERE.
Assistant Coach - Women's Lacrosse (full-time) (Connecticut College / New London, CT): The Camels are seeking an ambitious Assistant Coach for Women’s Lacrosse. If you are ready to assist with tactical prep, national recruiting, and student-athlete success, apply today! More details HERE.
Assistant Athletic Director for Communications (Whittier College / Whittier, CA): The Athletics Department at Whittier College is seeking an Assistant Athletic Director for Communications. More details HERE.
Head Men's & Women's Golf Coach (Anderson University – Indiana / Anderson, IN): Oversee all phases of DIII Men's & Women's Golf programs. More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Anderson? Click HERE
Associate Head Coach - Men's & Women's Water Polo (Connecticut College / New London, CT): We are seeking an ambitious Associate Head Coach for Men’s & Women’s Water Polo. If you are ready to lead tactical prep, national recruiting, and student-athlete success, apply today! More details HERE.
Head Field Hockey Coach (Regis College / Weston, MA): Lead the Field Hockey program at this emerging DIII New England suburban college. Seeking a competitive coach with a growth mindset. More details HERE.
Assistant Women's Soccer Coach (University of Minnesota – Morris / Morris, MN): NEW short-term assistant position available immediately. Start your coaching journey with UMN Morris. Aug - Dec 31, 2026 with possibility of extension. Full benefits and on-campus housing included! More details HERE.
Head Softball Coach (Austin College / Sherman, TX): Provides overall leadership and management of the varsity softball program. Performs all essential functions either personally or in coordination with appropriate athletic department personnel. More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Sherman? Click HERE.
Internship and Assistant Men’s Lacrosse Coach (Thiel College / Greenville, PA): Thiel College seeks an Assistant Men’s Lacrosse Coaching Intern. This position will report to the Head Lacrosse Coach and the Director of Athletics. More details HERE.
Athletic Equipment Manager (Western Connecticut State University / Danbury, CT): Western Connecticut State University Intercollegiate Athletics is pleased to announce that applications are being accepted for a full-time, 10-month position as Athletic Equipment Manager. More details HERE.
Assistant Cross Country & Track and Field Coach (Hamilton College / Clinton, NY): Under limited supervision and direction, the Assistant Coach is responsible for supporting the Head Coach in all aspects of the Cross Country & Track and Field Program for the College. More details HERE.
Head Coach - Women's Tennis (Washington & Lee University / Lexington, VA): Washington and Lee University invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Physical Education/Head Coach of Women’s Tennis. More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Lexington? Click HERE.
Head Men's and Women's Swim Coach (Loyola University New Orleans / New Orleans, LA): Here’s a more straightforward version: Lead Loyola’s swimming programs in New Orleans while building a competitive, student-centered program during the Wolf Pack’s transition to NCAA Division II. (DII) More details HERE. What would it cost to move to New Orleans? Click HERE.
Head Coach, Softball (Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute – RPI / Troy, NY): Organize and direct intercollegiate Softball program by instructing, coaching, mentoring student-athletes through the planning & conduct of practices, competitions, & skill development sessions. More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Troy? Click HERE.
Assistant Coach, Track & Field (Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute – RPI / Troy, NY): Provide coaching and support to the Head Coach, oversee designated program areas, and assist with athlete recruitment and training. More details HERE.
Occasional Assistant Coach & Hockey Operations Coordinator (Colorado College / Colorado Springs, CO): Provides logistical support for the hockey program by managing travel, meals, lodging, practice times, ice rentals, and other related issues. More. More details HERE.
Assistant Director of Athletic Communications (Augustana College – Illinois / Rock Island, IL): Augustana College is seeking a creative, energetic and passionate professional to join our Athletics Communication team to help tell the stories of Viking programs, coaches and student-athletes. More details HERE.