Edition #1445
September 9, 2026
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NCAA President Charlie Baker sat down with The Pivot Podcast for a wide-ranging discussion on topics such as revenue-sharing implementation, athlete-welfare guarantees, sports wagering regulations, the expansion of women's sports and more. Here’s what you need to know…
➤ On the litany of eligibility lawsuits and former professionals coming back to college: “I know a lot about state government. It's been very interesting to see my old stomping ground come back and stomp me in the face. … I think it would've been naive for us to assume that if we figured out a way to create revenue sharing in the high revenue DI sports, that there wouldn't be schools and kids who would want to play forever. Why not, right? The problem with that is you steal opportunities from the kids who are behind you. ... The idea that you can then come back and play against the 93% who are never going to see a seat on a professional football team and get an extra year as a result of that. … I do blame the adults for encouraging this."
➤ As for portal transparency tools: "We're going to try and put a universally available website up that will have what actually happens to everybody who enters the portal. Because I think there's a tremendous amount of misrepresentation going on, primarily with third parties and others who are saying to kids, ‘If you get in the portal, we can get you a much better opportunity somewhere else.’ I would love that student-athlete to be able to go online and say, ‘let's see what happened to the guys I played against last year who were kind of like me. Where did they land? How much are they playing?’”
➤ Asked about the prospect of unionization: “I guess what I would say is if that's where people eventually want to go, fine, free country, help yourself. Make sure the kids want to go there too because there's some debate. Most of the kids I talk to don't want that. But the other thing that has to happen in the meantime is we got over the revenue sharing hump. We're there. … To me, let's try to see if we can't get that right and then people can have a conversation about what else they might want to do to organize it going forward. But to me, the hard part, that's the other thing, is in professional sports, the commissioners are given a significant amount of authority to create a structure and enforce it, made more visible than ever by what just happened in the NBA today or yesterday. The conference is really the thing most people identify with in collegiate sports. … I think that's probably the hardest part you got to climb over is just the scale.” (link)
More from MIT AD/Head of DAPER G. Anthony Grant’s Small College Conversation on how athletics is leaning on the academic prowess across the institute to bolster the student-athlete experience. D3.takeaways…
➤ MIT’s FAR Anette Hosoi, a professor of mechanical engineering, and a colleague helped MIT in the design of its now-renovated athletic weight room to integrate data collection and wearable technology. “When I was going out and talking to donors about the project, we talked about the fact that because we're at MIT, we don't want to just have a space where you just have the utilitarian weights that you throw around and whatnot. But our students really want that data collection. They want to know, am I really progressing? If I'm coming back from an injury and you're saying that I have to only be at 60% of a lift, what is really 60%? I want to know that. Also, we need to be very efficient with our time and so we need to use that data that we're able to get in order to tailor the workouts to make sure that student-athletes are getting what they need when they're in that space.”
➤ Grant also notes the department has been exploring how to use AI to streamline certain processes. “At the end of the day, because higher ed landscape budgets are shrinking, we have to do more with less. Even at a place like MIT, we don't have as much staff as you would think that we would need for a program that just from the varsity side has 33 sports. We don't have it. So while I would like to increase the staff, the landscape right now is not allowing me to do so. So where it makes sense, I want to incorporate technology in order to make up, to a certain extent, to the head count that I'm not able to provide at this point in time.” (link)
With the Senate set to return to Washington for a three-week legislation window before departing until November, Politico’s Calen Razo, Kelsey Brugger and Jacob Wendler observe that Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) is about to step into a political minefield with the body preparing to take up the Protect College Sports Act as soon as next week – with perhaps as many reasons for his caucus to oppose it as support it. Schumer will need to decide if he wants to steer his members toward helping Republicans reach the 60-vote threshold. One Democratic Senate aide with knowledge of the negotiations believes there’s enough party opposition to tank the measure on the floor as a coalition of labor rights groups and the Congressional Black Caucus warn the bill is exploitative. “A good number of Democratic offices aren’t eager to tick off the AFL-CIO and NAACP, screw over college athletes and deliver Trump and Senate Republicans a major political win weeks before midterms. Bad policy. Terrible politics.” (link)
Trinity (CT) raised a record $2.27M for athletics through its “Friends of” sport-specific giving, AD's Fund for Excellence and Athletics Equity Initiatives, a 26% year-over-year increase. (link)
NYU launches a new Performance Elevation initiative to bring athletic training, sports performance, data analytics, mental health and performance, nutrition and recovery under one unified umbrella that includes nine athletic trainers, five athletic performance professionals, a full-time sports scientist/data analyst, four mental performance specialists, two sport dietitians and a new varsity recovery center opening this fall. Assoc. AD for Student-Athlete Health and Performance Nikki Webb will lead the initiative. AD Jake Olkkola: “The holistic nature of this enterprise has been years in the making. Piece by piece, we have built something that is truly unique. There is nothing more important than the health, wellbeing, and performance of our student-athletes, and our goal is to give them access to the very best care, expertise, and technology to help them perform at the highest level. … In the increasingly competitive landscape of collegiate athletics, we believe this is a defining point of distinction for NYU.” (link)
St. Lawrence men’s and women’s soccer partners with Impact Soccer to participate in the company’s “Living Lab.” AD Franco Bari: “We are extremely excited to partner with Impact Soccer as this opportunity not only enhances our soccer programs performance and strategies, but it also opens doors for students across campus to engage with AI, machine learning, and entrepreneurship through authentic, hands-on experiences. This partnership is a win for athletic enhancements, academic developments, and future career opportunities for our students.” (link)
Ursinus will add women’s flag football, with the Bears to begin competing in spring 2028. (link)
It’s Personnel…
➤ The NCAA welcomes former Charlotte AD Mike Hill as its new VP of Men’s Basketball, where he will oversee the Division I, II and III Men’s Basketball Championships and the NIT. (link)
➤ Saint Joseph promotes Asst. AD/SWA Megan Bosworth to Assoc. AD for Internal Operations/Chief of Staff. (link)
Coaches Corner…
➤ Albertus Magnus announces Pickleville Co-Director Angelo Rossetti as its new Women’s Tennis HC. (link)
➤ Alfred welcomes back former Men’s and Women’s Tennis HC Jordan Crouch for the same position. (link)
➤ Caltech Men’s Basketball HC Doc Eslinger will depart to become an AC at an Ivy League (DI) institution, per HoopDirt’s Adam Nelson. (link)
➤ Ithaca announces Cornell Men’s Rowing AC Sam Pratt as the Bombers’ new HC. (link)
➤ RPI names Skidmore AC Stephen Thirolle as its new Women’s Tennis HC. (link)
➤ Suffolk Women’s Basketball HC Ed Leyden will retire after 32 years with the university. (link)
The U.S. Department of Treasury is proposing a new rule that would strip private colleges of their federal tax-exempt status “if it discriminates on the basis of race, color, or national or ethnic origin in administration of its educational, admissions, scholarship, athletic, or other policies, based on the fundamental public policy of the United States against such practices.” IRS CEO Frank Bisignano adds: “Today’s proposed regulations put institutions on notice and schools that continue to engage in racial discrimination should expect to lose that status.” The department will accept public comments and feedback until November 3 and the change would “affect private schools in taxable years beginning after May 31, 2027, which is after the final regulations are expected to be published.” (link, link)
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(NEW!) Assistant Director of Athletic Communications (Loras College / Dubuque, IA): Will assist in the communications and media relations for all 24 varsity athletic programs, including the 23 NCAA Division III athletic teams. More details HERE.
(NEW!) Head Softball Coach (Alfred State College / Alfred, NY): The Head Coach is the person responsible for all aspects of leading a NCAA program in the sport of Softball. More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Alfred? Click HERE.
(NEW!) Head Coach MW Swimming/Aquatics Director (Misericordia University / Dallas, PA): Leadership, administration, and overall operation of the swimming program. More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Dallas? Click HERE.
(NEW!) Internship and Assistant Track & Field / Cross Country Coach: (Thiel College / Greenville, PA): Thiel College seeks an Intern to serve as Assistant Track & Field / Cross Country Coach More details HERE.
(NEW!) Head Coach - William Smith Tennis (Hobart & William Smith College / Geneva, NY): The William Smith Tennis Head Coach is responsible for the organization and management of a highly competitive NCAA Division III tennis program More details HERE.
(NEW!) Assistant Coach, Women's Basketball (Babson College / Wellesley, MA): Assistant Coach, Women's Basketball at Babson College in Wellesley, MA. Full-time role assisting with coaching and administrative duties. Salary: $53,813 - $59,792. More details HERE.
(NEW!) Head Coach - Track and Field (Eastern Mennonite University / Harrisonburg, VA): Elevate EMU Track & Field! We're hiring a Sprints & Jumps Head Coach to recruit top talent and inspire academic and athletic excellence. Shape our future champions! More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Harrisonburg? Click HERE.
Vice President and Director of Athletics (Tennessee Wesleyan University / Athens, TN): TWU seeks a dynamic and highly relational leader who understands the important role athletics plays in advancing the University's mission, strengthening enrollment, enhancing the student experience. (NAIA) More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Athens? Click HERE.
Head Coach Men’s Volleyball (Full-time, 11-month, Onsite) (Wilson College / Chambersburg, PA): Lead Wilson College’s NCAA Division III Men’s Volleyball program, building on recent postseason success while developing student-athletes on and off the court. More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Chambersburg? Click HERE.
Jamie and Ellen Pollard Endowed Director of Athletics (Iowa State University / Ames, IA): Iowa State seeks a visionary, strategic leader to serve as its next Director of Athletics and build upon a proud tradition of innovation and competitive excellence. (DI) More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Ames? Click HERE. The D1.dossier for this position is HERE.
Assistant Coach Strength & Conditioning/Coordinator of Fitness Center (Connecticut College / New London, CT): We are seeking a dynamic and passionate strength & conditioning coach who is excited about working with some of the top Division III student-athletes in the country. More details HERE.
Assistant Men's and Women's Swimming & Diving Coach (Hamilton College / Clinton, NY): The Assistant Swimming & Diving Coach is responsible for supporting the Head Coach in all aspects of the Swimming & Diving Program for the College. More details HERE.
Assistant Men's and Women's Track and Field Coach (Saint Mary's University of Minnesota / Winona, MN): Responsible for assisting head men’s and women’s cross country and track and field coach in the operation of all functions related to coaching a division III men’s and women’s track and field program. More details HERE.
Assistant Coach - Men's Lacrosse (Babson College / Wellesley, MA): Assistant Coach for Men's Lacrosse at Babson College, Wellesley, MA. Full-time role assisting in coaching and recruitment. More details HERE.
Assistant Cross Country Coach (Brevard College / Brevard, NC): Responsible for supporting the administration and development of the college's NCAA Division III cross country program. More details HERE.
Associate Coach Swim & Dive FT (Limited Term) (Chapman University / Orange, CA): The Associate Coach supports Chapman's NCAA DIII swim & dive teams by assisting the Head Coach with coaching, recruiting, student-athlete development, equipment, and administration. More details HERE.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.