Former Deputy Director, Ross Parmley, to serve as interim Athletic Director at Tulsa University
Tulsa University, in an attempt to fill in the vacant position of Athletics Director, announced to put the former Deputy Director of Athletics, Ross Parmley, in the saddle until the most appropriate candidate is found.
While making the announcement, Steadman Upham, the president of the university, made it clear that the arrangements had been made on interim basis.
The announcement was made in response to the sudden resignation given by the now ex-TU Director of Athletics, Bubba Cunningham.
According to the news, Bubba Cunningham opted to accept an offer from University of North Carolina that offered him the position of Athletics Director.
While commenting on the exit of Cunningham, the president of the university praised his services for the institution and accredited the department’s success to his relentless efforts of bringing it center stage.
He said, “Bubba Cunningham’s service to The University of Tulsa has been marked by exceptional progress. His leadership resulted in unprecedented achievement by our student-athlete, including 34 Conference USA championships, and increased national visibility
for our athletic programs and university”.
Adding to his remarks, Upham said that the ex-director brought a wealth of energy to the department and highlighted the athletes’ talent during his tenure. The university was extremely appreciative of his work.
Upham continued that he, along with other colleagues, wanted to wish Cunningham well for his rather exalted position at the University of North Carolina.
While talking about handing over the responsibility to Ross, the president further added to his statement, “We’re excited to have someone of Ross’ abilities continue to lead our athletic program. He has been closely involved in every aspect of our athletics
department under Bubba’s leadership and has proven to be a tremendous asset to our coaches and student-athletes”.
While cherishing the qualities of both the coaches and the administrators the Tulsa University has had until now, Upham expressed the hope that the university will sustain the remarkable momentum of its athletics program.
Before being appointed as the Deputy Director of Athletics at the Tulsa University, Parmley had been working as an Associate Athletic Director for the Operations and Administrations.
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