On Friday, it was reported that Michigan State University has named Jon Palumbo its interim athletic director following the departure of J Batt. Batt will begin his tenure as the next AD at the University of Kentucky later this month.
About a month ago, sources toldMichigan State On SI that Palumbo was expected to be named the interim AD. Our reports have now been confirmed.
“Jon has been an integral part of the innovation of MSU Athletics over the past year, and I have every confidence in his ability to maintain its positive trajectory as interim athletic director,” newly retained president Kevin Guskiewicz said in a press release. “This will be a seamless transition for MSU Athletics, and we look forward to a successful start of the upcoming season for our programs and student-athletes.”
Although Palumbo will officially serve as Michigan State’s interim AD, he is unlikely to be named the university’s next permanent athletic director. The university has not asked Palumbo to take over the permanent role. It isn’t like he can’t or does not want to.
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