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A Major Change Atop UAB Athletics, with Andy Kennedy Stepping in as Interim AD

The university begins a national search after Mark Ingram leaves following 11 years, while Andy Kennedy takes over on an interim basis.

  • UAB announced Tuesday that athletics director Mark Ingram is leaving after 11 years. Men's basketball coach Andy Kennedy will serve as interim athletics director during the search for Ingram's replacement.
  • Ingram took over UAB Athletics in 2015, overseeing the revival of the football program and the move to the American Conference. UAB President Ray L. Watts credited him with major facility investments and significant growth during his tenure.
  • Leading the Blazers to two NCAA Tournament berths, Kennedy has won at least 20 games each season since taking over. He is widely respected within UAB Athletics for his commitment to student-athlete success and community engagement.
  • University leadership believes the change comes as college sports continue to transform, positioning the program for future growth. UAB President Ray L. Watts said the commitment to athletics remains strong while supporting student-athletes and coaches during the transition.
  • Ingram expressed pride in accomplishments achieved together, stating, "I leave with tremendous pride in what we accomplished together." He wished everyone connected with UAB Athletics great success in the future.
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Mark Ingram out as UAB athletics director after 11 years

UAB announced Tuesday that it and Ingram had agreed to part ways. Men's basketball coach Andy Kennedy will serve as interim athletics director while the university searches for Ingram's replacement.

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A major change atop UAB athletics, with Andy Kennedy stepping in as interim AD

UAB athletic director Mark Ingram is leaving after 11 years. His departure was announced Tuesday by the university as an agreement to “part ways.”

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UAB, athletics director Mark Ingram agree to ‘part ways’

UAB and athletics director Mark Ingram have “agreed to part ways,” the school announced Tuesday.

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Mark Ingram and UAB part ways

After 11 years of service, Mark Ingram and UAB have agreed to part ways.“Mark has played an important role in the growth and evolution of UAB Athletics,” said U

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UAB Announces Leadership Transition in Athletics Department - UAB Athletics

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The University of Alabama at Birmingham today announced a leadership transition within UAB Athletics.

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WBMA broke the news on Tuesday, August 18, 2026.
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