INSTANT REACTION: Florida State hires Jeff Purinton as next director of athletics
Florida State University hired Jeff Purinton, a two-time FSU graduate and former Alabama deputy AD, as its new vice president and director of athletics on Monday.
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Florida State University hired Jeff Purinton, a two-time FSU graduate and former Alabama deputy AD, as its new vice president and director of athletics on Monday.
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J Batt is set to depart Michigan State University for a new athletic director role at the University of Kentucky.
Virginia Tech has appointed a new Vice President and Director of Athletics, Brian White, in a surprising move.