US EditionPatrick Kinahan: New BYU AD Santiago vows to lead with compassion
- Brigham Young University announced on May 14, 2025, in Provo that Brian Santiago will become its new athletic director, succeeding Tom Holmoe.
- The change follows a national search prompted by Holmoe's planned retirement after 20 years, and Santiago's long service positioned him as the leading candidate.
- Santiago began his career at BYU coaching men's basketball starting in 1997 before transitioning into athletic administration; since 2017, he has served as deputy athletic director, managing major sports programs and operational areas.
- BYU President C. Shane Reese praised Santiago's leadership and ability to navigate evolving college athletics, saying Santiago will strengthen BYU’s academic and spiritual mission.
- Santiago expressed commitment to leading with competitiveness balanced by compassion, aiming to build on Holmoe’s legacy amid ongoing conference realignments and athletic challenges.
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BYU announces Brian Santiago as new athletic director
PROVO, Utah, May 14, 2025 (Gephardt Daily) — Brigham Young University has formally announced Brian Santiago as its new athletic director. Following a national search to replace Tom Holmoe, who retires this summer, BYU has selected a familiar face. Santiago is a 27-year-veteran at the university, most recently serving as Holmoe’s deputy athletic director. BYU President C. Shane Reese said in statement Tuesday that he is excited about Santiago’s p…
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