athletic director

October 3, 2014

Graphics dress up Ohio University arena

Ohio University's Convocation Center was built more than 45 years ago, but few would ever suspect it. Over the last decade the venue has been upgraded with everything from video boards to "television quality lighting," creating an atmosphere unlike a...


October 2, 2014

Michigan AD responds to concussion mishap

How would you have handled the situation?...


September 17, 2014

Tidbits from Ohio athletic director survey

The Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) this summer conducted a survey on pay-to-play fees and other issues related to interscholastic sports. A few of the results were shared in its most recent magazine. From the OHSAA:• 46.1% of...


September 16, 2014

Rutgers A.D. apologizes for fan behavior

Rutgers Athletic Director Julie Hermann issued a statement Monday apologizing for fan behavior at Saturday’s game against Penn State.A number of fans wore T-shirts that read “Beat Ped State,” while another displayed an offensive banner in the park...


September 16, 2014

CrossFit event damages FIU basketball court

By Coach and Athletic Director staffReminder to athletic directors: be careful what you allow on your basketball courts.Florida International University learned that the hard way this week when a CrossFit event caused scratches and gashes all over it...


September 16, 2014

Communication 101 for the athletic director

Is there a more important skill for an athletic director to possess than the ability to communicate effectively? We're often judged, whether fairly or unfairly, on our proficiency to inform, explain, persuade or promote our program either verbally or...


September 15, 2014

Rutgers A.D. apologizes for fan behavior

By Coach and Athletic Director staffRutgers Athletic Director Julie Hermann issued a statement today apologizing for fan behavior at Saturday’s game against Penn State. A number of fans wore T-shirts that read “Beat Ped State,”...


September 12, 2014

Don’t neglect the neck

The neck is a critically important area for football players  “Do your players truly invest adequate time and effort in strengthening their necks?” It is my hope that everyone answered with a resounding, affirmative yes! In football �...