The Oregon State athletic department has gone through plenty of changes in recent times. A consistent presence through it all has been AD Scott Barnes. However, his time in Corvallis is now coming to an end. Barnes is retiring, per Oregon Live.
“Scott Barnes, who for almost a decade as athletic director guided one of the most turbulent periods in Oregon State sports history, is retiring,” the report said. “Amid his 10th year in Corvallis, the 63-year-old Barnes had four years remaining on his contract. Barnes will serve as athletic director until August 31, when he’ll retire and become a senior advisor for athletics through Aug. 31, 2027.”
Fans were provided an explanation from Barnes as to why the decision was made. He believes Oregon State has made it through the rocky nature of the past few years, filled with conference realignment and a ton of questions. Oregon State is moving forward into the new-look Pac-12. Barnes says somebody new should be in charge to make the next positive steps…