Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) began searching for a new Athletic Director (AD) immediately after the departure of David Gines. Gines\u2019 final day as the Athletic Director was July 17, 2018. He began a new position at Delaware State University.<\/p>\n
The search for the right candidate continued for a bit over a month.<\/p>\n
Dennis Hawkins, the assistant athletic director for financial operations, has his own expectations for the new AD.<\/p>\n
\u201cAn Athletic Director should create an environment that strengthens the student-athlete experience,\u201d Hawkins said.<\/p>\n
Javelina sports made a huge leap forward by bringing home multiple championships in the 2017-2018 season. The beach volleyball, baseball and track and field teams brought Javelina Nation heavy honors. Now, there is a tempo set for the new AD to pick up.<\/p>\n
\u201cAn AD also has to know what it takes to build programs that are competing for championships. Winning is contagious and helps build the morale and brand of an Athletic Department,\u201d Hawkins continued.<\/p>\n
There is now a level of expectations because of Gines\u2019 duties with Javelina Athletics.<\/p>\n
According to Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Information Jon Montoya, there will be an immediate comparison.<\/p>\n
\u201cAt TAMUK, the comparison will come from what legacy was left behind by Gines and what expectations the new Athletic Director will have on the future of the department,\u201d Montoya said.<\/p>\n
The university has faced financial budget cuts this year that may impact the finances of the Athletic Department. But the department is adapting along with the changes.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs a department, you have to make adjustments as you go whenever financial difficulties come about,\u201d Hawkins said.<\/p>\n
Randy Hughes, chief of staff, said the last candidate for consideration for the position was interviewed Friday, Aug. 23.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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