Villanova University’s Athletics department is buzzing with new appointments and promotions. Eric Roedl, the Vice President and Director of Athletics, shared exciting updates about team leadership.
Two seasoned professionals are joining the Wildcats: Scott Walcoff and Tim Doane. Walcoff steps in as the Deputy AD and Chief Athletics Revenue Officer. He has 25 years of experience, mostly at Temple University, where he excelled in marketing and ticket sales. His knack for revenue generation led Temple’s department to win eight national awards.
This new role at Villanova will focus on boosting fan engagement and increasing revenue through ticket sales, corporate partnerships, and marketing strategies. It’s a big step toward enhancing the department’s visibility and income.
On the other hand, Doane comes from Lehigh University, where he was the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine. His career at Lehigh started in 1997, and he has a solid reputation for promoting health and performance in athletics. At Villanova, he will oversee sports medicine and strength conditioning for over 550 student-athletes, emphasizing injury prevention and performance enhancement.
In addition to these new hires, some existing staff received promotions. Lynn Tighe has been with Villanova for 28 years and now serves as the Deputy AD and Chief Athletics Administrative Officer. Her responsibilities include managing human resources and serving as the Title IX coordinator. She has significant roles in women’s basketball and track and field and is involved in key NCAA committees.
Brian Beacham, who has been with the department since 2016, is now the Deputy AD and Chief Athletics Operating Officer. His work will focus on internal operations like finances, game operations, and facilities management.
Katie LeGrand has also moved up to Senior Associate AD for Compliance. Since joining in 2008, she has made her mark overseeing compliance for 24 varsity sports and will continue her role as the sport administrator for women’s lacrosse.
These changes indicate Villanova Athletics’ commitment to leveling up its performance and operations. The emphasis on health, revenue, and compliance aligns with broader trends in collegiate athletics where schools prioritize the well-being of athletes while also focusing on financial sustainability.
In 2023, a study found that universities investing in strong athletic programs saw a 20% increase in student engagement and school spirit. Villanova is clearly aiming to harness that energy with these new appointments.
For more details on collegiate athletics and compliance, check out resources from the NCAA.
