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Read: Profile on lawyer Kessler who is at the center of developments with both the NCAA & the NFL, first made major news two decades ago when he helped create NFL free agency, compares the arguments against that change to what he hears today about college athletics, says simply that everyone fears change, Indiana law school dean emeritus Roberts calls Kessler, "extremely bright, he's extremely aggressive," more - link
Key ADs comment on developments in hiring process for high-profile HC spots, Texas A&M boss Hyman says the business has dramatically changed since one AD used to call another to get permission to talk to a HC, VCU AD McLaughlin uses the word "shameful," continued rise of search firms all about evaluation & confidentiality according to Korn/Ferry Vice Chairman Hughes, lots more - link
Potential changes to how the NCAA handles academic fraud situations isn't a 'fork in the road' per Head of Enforcement Duncan, instead would simply give schools more impact on defining academic improprieties on their campus, key Jackson Lewis lawyer Marsh, "Schools can't just stand down because the NCAA does. That is just asking for trouble & sends the wrong message on campus if the facts stink." - link
Southern Association of Colleges & Schools Prez Wheelan says her accreditation body will look into academic issues at North Carolina following the Wainstein report, notes the situation is much larger than she's ever encountered, board unlikely to make any decisions before June of next year - link
Florida State schedules disciplinary hearing for FB stand-out Winston for the week of November 17th, retired judge Harding will decide if Winston violated school rules, Winston's attorney Cromwell posts on Twitter, "20 months to file a complaint & Jameis 13 days to learn 1,000 documents. #dueprocess??" Harding will have 10 days after the hearing to issue a verdict - link
Georgia AD McGarity provides background details into case involving FB student-athlete Gurley's suspension, Gurley didn't speak to Bulldogs officials before consulting with attorney King, email tipster, presumably Bryan Allen, had video evidence of his claims, still considering pressing charges against Allen, lauds Gurley for his honesty through process - link
Arizona State's fight to keep FB match-up with Notre Dame on the schedule will work out very well financially, Assoc. AD for Media Relations Brand says it would have been impossible to find a similar opponent in a limited window, former AD Patterson credited for pushing Fighting Irish to live up to contract, game also has significant playoff implications - link
Former Iowa Field Hockey HC Griesbaum & three other former Hawkeye female coaches offer comments to espnW, point to a double standard as compared to their male counterparts, former Volleyball HC Dingman, "Women are treated differently, & it's frightening for coaches - it's not healthy. There are obstacles for success for all women, bottom line." - link
Iowa Assoc. AD for External Affairs Klatt provides some follow-up info on the Hawkeyes Field Hockey program, indicates that no other program within the department has seen the budget growth as Field Hockey during AD Barta's nine-year tenure, NCAA violations were uncovered that led to the suspension of AC Cellucci a couple of years back, though former HC Griesbaum says she had no knowledge of the probe - link
Centerplate promotes Verros as Prez & CEO after serving in an acting capacity since September, joined the company in 2010 as COO, past five years has seen significant revenue growth including opening in Nashville's Music City Center & Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, chairman of the Board O'Donnell points to trust & respect of leadership style for Verros - link
Fantasy sports is arguably the hottest sponsorship category for professional teams around the nation, FanDuel, DraftKings & Hotbox Sports Ventures have all inked multiple deals with organizations from every pro league & other key sporting entities, like the Breeder's Cup, building credibility, differentiation & engagement key for spenders - link
Colorado State Interim AD Morris details revenue growth around home FB games thanks to the program's success, says financial team did budget for some growth based on HC McElwain's track record, also believes school made the right decision to delay the search for a new AD until there's clarity on how the Rams will more forward on the FB stadium front - link
Key comments by Arkansas AD & chair of the College FB Playoff selection committee Long on new rankings unveiled last night, says there's a distinct difference between #2 Florida State & #3 Auburn, same with Auburn & #4 Oregon, Ducks body of work better than Alabama & TCU, notes that he likes to watch games in real time, will stay up for Oregon-Utah match-up late this Saturday - link
Eastern Washington AD Chaves still pushing hard for $60m Gateway Project that would add 10k seats to Roos Field along with luxury boxes, as well as retail space, commercial offices & student meeting space, likes that fans are getting impatient, points to an eight-year process for Washington to renovate Huskie Stadium, fundraising continues - link
Missouri Valley Conference leaders talk about autonomy movement, Southern Illinois AD Moccia, "He who has the gold makes the rules." League has vowed to keep pace with peers on additional student-athlete welfare measures, Bradley MBB HC Ford comments on making league more relevant & Wichita State's profile if realignment were to begin anew - link
Navy AD Gladchuk shocked at sub-par attendance for FB match-up against Notre Dame last weekend, crowd of just over 36k well below expected turnout & lowest in 88-year history of the rivalry, over 50k tix were reportedly sold in advance, Midshipmen will conduct thorough analysis to get to root of issue, part of season-long trend - link
Maine Men's Hockey AHC Leach in the process of getting pilot's license, plans to save program money by flying himself on recruiting trips, AD Creech interested to research idea more, wants to fully understand risk, $120 per hour to rent a small plane, but charges are only accumulated when the plane is in the air - link
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Learfield Sports names new GMs at three properties, Carrico to lead Mountain West unit after serving as an AE with KOA Sports in Denver, McAlpin installed at Northern Kentucky & Henderson to take over at Cal Poly,has an extensive resume in the sports marketing & sponsorship space - link
Arizona State Chief of Staff Harris details upgrades to Phoenix Municipal Stadium where the Sun Devils Baseball program will now call home, $3m will go toward a clubhouse renovation, new scoreboard & new signage, switching over all branding from the Oakland A's who used the facility for Spring training, new batting cages & practice area still on the docket - link
As Ray Rice hearings begin today for the NFL, Executive VP for FB Operations Vincent questions how much power is too much in a role like Commish of the entire league, several current & former NFL executives say there's a distinct inner circle that decides on disciplinary measures & Commish Goodell does not act unilaterally, Arizona State AD Anderson with comments - link
60 Minutes Sports aired piece on woman impacted by alleged gang rape by Montana FB student-athletes on Showtime last night, article here includes a preview of the segment, "They got away with a crime that affected me in so many ways that they don't understand that, I mean, no one besides people who have been assaulted will understand." - link (scroll down)
Florida A&M AD Winslow appoints nine-member search committee to help identify next Rattlers FB HC, will be chaired by Fritz Pollard Alliance's Wooten & also include former Notre Dame FB HC Willingham, along with a number of other key supporters & campus leaders, Winslow hopes to near a decision later this month - link
New Mexico State hires Powers as Asst. AD for Media Relations, heads to Las Cruces after nine years at Midwestern State (DII), also had a significant stretch at East Texas State/Texas A&M-Commerce & has been a longtime member of the Cotton Bowl & Heart of Dallas Bowl media teams - link
