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Ben Baroody

ACU Welcomes Former Texas Rangers Executive Ben Baroody as Associate Vice President, Strategic Sports Partnerships

Abilene Christian University (ACU) is thrilled to announce the hiring of Ben Baroody, formerly the Director of Leadership, Organizational Development, & Mental Wellness for the Texas Rangers, as the new Associate Vice President, Strategic Sports Partnerships. In this pivotal role, Baroody will lead the development of strategic partnerships between ACU and professional sports teams, major … Continued
ACU Sports Leadership Brandon Podgorski

Faculty Spotlight: Brandon Podgorski

Bringing over 20 years of experience in higher education, college sports and athletic curriculum development, Brandon Podgorski is committed to making the Master of Science in Sports Leadership the go-to degree for coaches and administrators interested in incorporating foundational leadership pillars into the sports world. As a former college basketball coach, Podgorski is more than … Continued

Sports Leadership

ACU’s New Sports Leadership Master’s Program Attracts MLB Veteran

Abilene Christian University has launched a master’s program that has already caught the attention of leaders in the sports world.  On Aug. 20, class begins for ACU’s first cohort in its Master of Science in Sports Leadership program. The program focuses on teaching participants to become standout leaders within the sports industry. Through core courses … Continued

masters in sports leadership

ACU Announces New Master of Science in Sports Leadership

Abilene Christian University (ACU) has launched a new online master’s degree in Sports Leadership focused on equipping prospective or current sports professionals in enhancing their experience with foundational and academically-based strategies to become effective coaches, sports administrators, and sports brand leaders.  Led by a diverse array of sports professionals, interdisciplinary professors, and practitioners, the program … Continued