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Doug McNamee Named as Baylor's Athletic Director, Replacing Mack Rhoades

Doug McNamee returns to Baylor with extensive experience in fundraising and media, aiming to boost revenue and expand NIL opportunities for student-athletes, President Livingstone said.

  • On Monday, Baylor University, Waco, Texas, named Doug McNamee Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics, continuing a transition replacing Mack Rhoades, outgoing athletic director.
  • Following Rhoades' departure last month, the university's search process, overseen by Linda A. Livingstone, President of Baylor University, thanked Bob Beaudine, search consultant, and Baylor Board of Regents search committee members for their work.
  • At Field & Stream, McNamee led the brand's revitalization and launched the 1871 Club, and he previously managed Baylor's revenue-generating units including fundraising and premium ticketing.
  • Baylor will welcome McNamee with a Dr Pepper Hour reception and Q&A on Monday at the Mark and Paula Hurd Welcome Center, and President Linda A. Livingstone said his experience will help prioritize revenue growth, NIL opportunities, and brand expansion.
  • Experience negotiating with major partners like Tractor Supply Co. and leading sponsorships at Baylor positions him for future growth, McNamee's background suggests.
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Doug McNamee named as Baylor's athletic director, replacing Mack Rhoades

Doug McNamee has been named Baylor University's athletic director. He replaces Mack Rhoades, who stepped down for personal reasons last month after nine years as AD.

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