The CALS Report

In this inaugural episode of The CALS Report, Ryan Bradley sits down with Arkansas Vice Chancellor & Director of Athletics Hunter Yurachek to discuss leading through change in college athletics, share advice for aspiring athletic directors, and provide an exclusive preview of CALS 2024. Then, MAC ADs Bryan Blair (Toledo), Jeff Mitchell (Ball State), and Randale Richmond (Kent State) discuss their personal growth, the power of networking, and the lasting impact of the Collegiate Athletics Leadership Symposium (CALS) on their careers. Don’t miss this insightful conversation with some of the top leaders in collegiate sports!

In this sneak peek from "The Lobby " segment of The CALS Report episode 1, Bryan Blair, Athletic Director at Toledo, shares how the Collegiate Athletics Leadership Symposium (CALS) creates a space unlike any other professional development event. With a focus on openness, honest conversations, and real connections, Bryan explains how CALS fosters a sense of community that helps leaders feel supported in an often isolating role.

Welcome to the first clip from The CALS Report! This podcast brings you candid conversations with leaders in college athletics, offering insights into professional growth, leadership, and the evolving landscape of the sports industry.

In this exclusive clip, Hunter Yurachek, University of Arkansas Vice Chancellor & Director of Athletics, discusses the challenges of leading through unprecedented changes in college sports, including NIL, the transfer portal, his advice for aspiring athletic administrators & hosting CALS 24 in Fayetteville. Stay tuned for the full episode and more interviews with top industry leaders. Subscribe now to stay connected with The CALS Report!