From D1.ticker:

The ASUN selects MAC Deputy Commissioner/COO Bacon to become its next commissioner. North Alabama President Kitts, who chaired to search committee: "We had a very broad and deep pool of applicants for this important position. Jeff's experience, knowledge, and professional network make him ideally well-suited to lead our conference to the next level of excellence in collegiate athletics." Parker Executive Search assisted with the process.

https://asunsports.org/general/2022-23/r...0220lfeadp

The new commissioner is on duty now. It will be interesting to see how things go with Ted gone.

Also, the conference has overhauled their website: https://asunsports.org/

Per D1.ticker:

The ASUN selects CAA Assoc. Commissioner for Sports Administration Kaminski as its new Senior Assoc. Commissioner for Sports Administration.

Stetson AD Jeff Altier will retire at the end of March 2024, concluding his 27 years leading the Hatters, and continue with the university in August as a major gifts officer. President Christopher Roellke: "Jeff Altier's contributions to Stetson and the broader region have been remarkable. A Stetson Hall of Famer, Jeff's work ethic, enthusiasm and Hatter spirit are unmatched. Jeff has been valued member of my senior leadership team since my arrival at Stetson in 2020. I am personally grateful to Jeff for his insight, his depth of experience, and his drive to enhance intercollegiate athletics and community wellness. He has also been incredibly tolerant of my over-the-top cheering for Stetson student-athletes and teams."

https://gohatters.com/news/2023/8/9/athl...pring.aspx

Some ASUN news today from D1.ticker:

Florida Gulf Coast has named NC State Senior Assoc. AD for External Relations Colin Hargis as its next AD. Hargis is expected to start on May 1.

https://www.nbc-2.com/article/florida-gu...r/60163987

Austin Peay announces the addition of women’s lacrosse as the Governors’ 17th athletic team, with competition set to begin in the Atlantic Sun in the spring of 2026. Governors AD Gerald Harrison: “Lacrosse is the fastest-growing women's sport in the NCAA, and we are excited to have the first Division I women's lacrosse program at a public university in the state of Tennessee! This is an exciting time for Austin Peay and the entire Clarksville community, and I can't wait to watch an entirely new group of Governors student-athletes fulfill the 'Total Gov Concept' while also competing for championships on the field!

https://letsgopeay.com/news/2024/3/11/at...-team.aspx

From D1.ticker:

Central Arkansas AD Brad Teague will transition to a new role as Director of UCA's new Aviation Academy and be succeeded by Assoc. AD for External Relations Matt Whiting. Teague will continue to serve as Senior Advisor to the AD. President Houston Davis: "Matt is a well-respected leader in college athletics and is stepping into leadership during a time when vision, integrity, and authenticity are needed to navigate the changing landscape nationally. Those characteristics are prime reasons that I look forward to working with him, our coaches and our athletics administrators to shape UCA's role within the Atlantic Sun Conference and United Athletic Conference."

https://ucasports.com/news/2024/4/3/gene...ogram.aspx

(04-03-2024 01:17 PM)unalions Wrote:  From D1.ticker:

Central Arkansas AD Brad Teague will transition to a new role as Director of UCA's new Aviation Academy and be succeeded by Assoc. AD for External Relations Matt Whiting. Teague will continue to serve as Senior Advisor to the AD. President Houston Davis: "Matt is a well-respected leader in college athletics and is stepping into leadership during a time when vision, integrity, and authenticity are needed to navigate the changing landscape nationally. Those characteristics are prime reasons that I look forward to working with him, our coaches and our athletics administrators to shape UCA's role within the Atlantic Sun Conference and United Athletic Conference."

https://ucasports.com/news/2024/4/3/gene...ogram.aspx

I wonder what's going on there?

(04-04-2024 08:39 AM)lion1983 Wrote:  

(04-03-2024 01:17 PM)unalions Wrote:  From D1.ticker:

Central Arkansas AD Brad Teague will transition to a new role as Director of UCA's new Aviation Academy and be succeeded by Assoc. AD for External Relations Matt Whiting. Teague will continue to serve as Senior Advisor to the AD. President Houston Davis: "Matt is a well-respected leader in college athletics and is stepping into leadership during a time when vision, integrity, and authenticity are needed to navigate the changing landscape nationally. Those characteristics are prime reasons that I look forward to working with him, our coaches and our athletics administrators to shape UCA's role within the Atlantic Sun Conference and United Athletic Conference."

https://ucasports.com/news/2024/4/3/gene...ogram.aspx

I wonder what's going on there?

I think many ADs are tiring of the chaos in college sports and moving to different fields of higher ed admin. I expect the trend to continue.

From D1.ticker:

Stetson announces William & Mary Exec. Assoc. AD for External Operations Ricky Ray as its next Athletic Director. President Christopher Roellke: "We are thrilled to welcome Ricky Ray as Stetson’s Athletics Director. An excellent fundraiser with considerable financial acumen, Ricky has accomplished so much in promoting student athlete well-being, the fan experience and community engagement through athletics. I and the entire senior leadership team are looking forward to working with Ricky for years to come." Ray starts May 6.

https://www2.stetson.edu/today/2024/04/s...-director/

Looks like EKU will be looking for a new AD soon.

It’s official, Roan to JMU.