In this episode, Ryan Bradley sits down with Tommy McClelland, Vice President & Director of Athletics at Rice University, to explore his incredible journey. From becoming the youngest Division 1 Athletic Director at just 26 to leading Rice Athletics since August 2023, Tommy offers invaluable lessons on leadership, resilience, and making impactful decisions, including recent head coach hires in football and basketball.

PLUS, don’t miss "The Lobby", where CALS alumni and industry leaders Lauren Adee (SMU), Haven Fields (Nebraska), and Ryan Peck (TCU) dive into navigating transitions and the ever-evolving world of college sports

In this episode, Ryan Bradley sits down with Tommy McClelland, Vice President & Director of Athletics at Rice University, to explore his incredible journey. From becoming the youngest Division 1 Athletic Director at just 26 to leading Rice Athletics since August 2023, Tommy offers invaluable lessons on leadership, resilience, and making impactful decisions, including recent head coach hires in football and basketball. PLUS, don’t miss "The Lobby", where CALS alumni and industry leaders Lauren Adee (SMU), Haven Fields (Nebraska), and Ryan Peck (TCU) dive into navigating transitions and the ever-evolving world of college sports

In this episode, Ryan Bradley sits down with Tommy McClelland, Vice President &amp; Director of Athletics at Rice University, to explore his incredible journey. From becoming the youngest Division 1 Athletic Director at just 26 to leading Rice Athletics since August 2023, Tommy offers invaluable lessons on leadership, resilience, and making impactful decisions, including recent head coach hires in football and basketball.

PLUS, don’t miss "The Lobby", where CALS alumni and industry leaders Lauren Adee (SMU), Haven Fields (Nebraska), and Ryan Peck (TCU) dive into navigating transitions and the ever-evolving world of college sports

EP 4: Tommy McClelland & 3 Deputy AD's Lauren Adee, Haven Fields, and Ryan Peck

Ever wondered what it takes to lead in college sports?

Welcome to The CALS Report, your inside track to leadership in college athletics. What began as the Collegiate Athletics Leadership Symposium, a professional development event for industry leaders, has evolved into a dynamic community—and this podcast is your invitation to join it.

In each episode, we bring you fresh insights, real experiences, and untold stories from top leaders in college athletics. Whether you're an established athletics director, an emerging administrator, or simply curious about the inner workings of college sports, The CALS Report is your essential guide to the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of the industry.

Tune in to learn from those at the forefront of college athletics, and discover what it takes to lead with impact.

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Ever wondered what it takes to lead in college sports? Welcome to The CALS Report, your inside track to leadership in college athletics. What began as the Collegiate Athletics Leadership Symposium, a professional development event for industry leaders, has evolved into a dynamic community—and this podcast is your invitation to join it. In each episode, we bring you fresh insights, real experiences, and untold stories from top leaders in college athletics. Whether you're an established athletics director, an emerging administrator, or simply curious about the inner workings of college sports, The CALS Report is your essential guide to the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of the industry. Tune in to learn from those at the forefront of college athletics, and discover what it takes to lead with impact.

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