One HBCU athletic department’s loss is a gain for Notre Dame.
Former Allen University Director of Athletics Jasher Cox announced his resignation from that position to take one at Notre Dame.
“Life is short. Work somewhere awesome,” Cox wrote. “My family and I are eager to move to South Bend, as I’ve taken on the role of Director of Regional Development at Notre Dame. A heartfelt thank you to Beth Graybill for guiding me through the process. I’m excited to work alongside Shaheen Goldrick and Jerry Barca and the entire development team.”
Allen University, meanwhile, will have to conduct a nationwide search for its new Director of Athletics.
“I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to President McNealey, our student-athletes, dedicated coaches, faculty, and staff for the honor of leading them as their athletic director,” Cox said in Allen University’s official statement. “The President’s cabinet and everyone involved have been exceptional partners and teammates.”
Since arriving at Allen in September 2021, Cox has led the University and it’s athletic department’s effort in transitioning from NAIA membership to recently achieving NCAA Division II full member status earlier this month.
Allen University Athletics made several great strides and achievements under his tenure, including the creation of the nation’s second HBCU women’s wrestling team, the purchase and installation of a state-of-the-art video board inside John Hurst Adams Gymnasium, the installation of a turfed practice facility, the addition of an all-new digital ticketing system, the founding of a professional development series for student-athletes and coaches, win total improvements among all 12 of Allen’s varsity sports, and the graduation of hundreds of student-athletes.