Mississippi State University President Mark E. I'd like to thank Coach Arnett, who gave me an opportunity to come back to what me and my family have always called our second home. As first reported by Genespage. STARKVILLE, Miss. The Mississippi State athletic director, who is acclimating after being a fixture in Oklahoma’s athletic department for years, believes he’s had a smooth transition to his new job in the South. 2:00. Selmon’s ‘It’ has Mississippi State’s athletic future shining brighter than ever before. Not to mention that Zac [Selmon] their athletic director is one of my best friends in the entire world. Joining the Bulldog family along. "Zach took on an unprecedented and challenging situation last December. Keenum welcomed new MSU Athletics Director Zac Selmon, along with his wife Rachel and daughters Rylee and Shayne, to Lee Hall prior to the press conference naming Selmon as MSU’s 18th leader of the program. Selmon was previously deputy athletics director for external engagement and advancement at the University of Oklahoma. Rachel Runsavage. I spent three years there. The 37-year-old was relieved of duty following. Selmon clearly viewed Zach Arnett as little more than a glorified interim coach. Selmon worked at Oklahoma while Beamer was the Sooners offensive coordinator and the two talk every other week. Selmon worked at Oklahoma while Beamer was the Sooners offensive coordinator and the two talk every other week. " Also mentioned the needs in recruiting and trusts Greg Knox to do a good job on that front until someone is hired. FROM THE TOP:What AD Zac Selmon said about Mississippi State baseball, extending basketball coaches. The Bulldogs hired Selmon, 37, in January. Zac Selmon serves as Deputy Athletics Director / External Engagement and Advancement. Keenum remarked about how Zac Selmon “grew up with powerful examples of winning. Zac Selmon. "Wife is from Starkville, [and a] Mississippi State grad. Lebby has been connected to openings in the past. MSU named Arnett head coach following the death of former head coach Mike Leach in December 2022. Scott Weinger's Net Worth, Wife Rina Mimoun, Heigh. Danny P. Also giving some credence to the rumors: Beamer said Tuesday that Mississippi State athletic director Zac Selmon — who was hired at MSU back in January — is “one of my best friends in the. ) Keenum said Zac Selmon “grew up with powerful examples of winning at the highest levels and doing so with a deep commitment to sportsmanship and scholarship. A national search to identify the Bulldogs' next head football coach is underway. Winning and winning the right. Photo Date: Nov. He discussed NIL. He talked about athletes excelling in the. Email. Keenum welcomed new MSU Athletics Director Zac Selmon, wife Rachel and daughters Rylee and Shayne to Lee Hall prior to the press conference. "When Zac Selmon was hired after Coach Leach's passing, one of the attributes he reflected was the ability to effectively identify and recruit talent," school president Mark Keenum said. He was let go after a 51-10 loss at the hands of Texas A&M. keenum welcomed new msu athletics director zac selmon, along with his wife rachel and daughters rylee and. It quickly became the most popular Custom Cook, so we decided to turn it into an official Brava recipe! Get creative with the fillings - you can use just about any cheese, vegetable and/or meat. "When Zac Selmon was hired after coach Leach's passing, one of the attributes he reflected was the ability to effectively identify and recruit talent," Keenum said. The Selmons, in their parents home in Norman, Oklahoma on Tuesday, May 16, 2006. Selmon praised Arnett for stepping into the leadership role in a trying time for the program. But Lucious Selmon was an OU nose guard from 1971-73. Wife Swap; The Amazing Race Australia; Married at First Sight; The Real Housewives of Dallas. "What you look for is someone who has winning traits. He embraced his youngest daughter Rylee (8), who owns the nickname “Meatball,” while he was introduced and had his older. . had two catches each against Connecticut, Liberty and NC State. YDS. Selmon has been working in Oklahoma's athletics department since 2015, and played a “key piece in stakeholder relations -- helping fundraise through the. Alma mater: Wake Forest University University of Oklahoma : Playing career; 2003–2007: Wake Forest: Position(s) Tight end: Administrative career (AD unless noted) 2009. Danny P. Beamer worked at Mississippi State from 2004-06 as cornerbacks coach, running backs coach and recruiting coordinator before his first stint at South. November 13, 2023 at 11:08 AM. Arnett's buyout. Aug 2017 - Aug 20214 years 1 month. 11. This story was originally published November 14, 2023, 1:43 PM. But the Selmon way helps even more. Mississippi State University President Mark E. 00:00. Oklahoma was 54-3-1 with two national championships with at least one of them on the field from 1971. STARKVILLE — In the eyes of first-year athletics director Zac Selmon, the best way for Mississippi State baseball to return to fulfilling expectations is by retaining the coach who brought the. and his wife Jessie savored every moment of the journey. Club in Vicksburg on Tuesday. Rankings. Rachel Selmon is on Facebook. "I have the utmost respect for Zach Arnett and am incredibly appreciative of the effort he put forth in leading our football program," Selmon said. Zac Selmon Named Athletics Director At Mississippi State Mississippi State University Mark E. Selmon's father, Dewey, and uncles Lee Roy and Lucious Selmon are among the most decorated players in OU football history. While divisions are going away, the SEC is adding a pair of teams in Texas and Oklahoma which claim 11. Beamer is also close friends with MSU athletics director Zac Selmon. Selmon’s ‘It’ has Mississippi State’s athletic future shining brighter than ever before. MSU PHOTO ID: Mississippi State University President Mark E. "We thought at this point of the season, we needed just a jolt. Daily Lines. Mississippi State University President Mark E. Thunder & Lightning: Preview, Playmakers, and Predictions for. Damon told Shepard on an episode of Armchair Expert that Lucy used to. Yes, Zac Taylor is also the head coach of the Cincinnati Bengals, but for more than three decades, he has been among Selmon’s closest friends. Following Sunday’s news that Mississippi State had let go of first-year football coach Zach Arnett following the Bulldogs 4-6 start to the season, rumors swirled that Beamer could be on MSU’s. The Mississippi State coaching search appears to be winding down. Selmon is OU’s Deputy AD for External Engagement and Advancement. That much was obvious Friday as the now-former University of Oklahoma deputy athletics director stood in front of the Maroon and White family for the first time. , religion and international studies; University of Oklahoma, M. Mississippi State Athletics contributed to this report. Mississippi State president Mark Keenum said new AD Zac Selmon has the "wow factor. Selmon played tight end at Wake Forest from 2004-07. " It was on display at Selmon's introductory press conference. To reach and sustain the standard of excellence that is here at Oklahoma, it takes all of us. Three members from the Selmon family, his father Dewey and his uncles Lucious and Lee Roy, all played football at Oklahoma. Zac Selmon, the new Mississippi State University Director of Athletics listens to a question from the media during the press conference introducing him to the MSU. MSU named Zac Selmon its AD on Friday. If the Bulldogs indeed hire Selmon as their new AD, he'll make history as the first Black AD in school history. Selmon holds degrees from Wake Forest and. MSU athletic director Zac Selmon said in a statement that he determined a change in leadership was needed for the football program to move forward and “position it for the highest level of success. He embraced his youngest daughter Rylee (8), who owns the nickname “Meatball,” while he was introduced and had his older daughter Shayne (12) sitting nearby. By Magnolia State Live. 2006: Selected a Wuerffel Trophy finalist for achievements in athletics, academics and the community. "When Zac Selmon was hired after Coach Leach's passing, one of the attributes he reflected was the ability to effectively identify and recruit talent," school president Mark Keenum said. 13, 2023. Selmon detailed what he's seeking in a new head. Not even a year later, Selmon decided to make a change and dismissed Arnett after only 10 games of his. MSU named Zac Selmon its AD on Friday. “I think it’s a respect,” said OU associate athletic director Zac Selmon, son of former Sooner all-American Dewey Selmon, who missed the game by a year, having played at OU from 1972-75. Title. Selmon and his wife Rachel have two daughters, Shayne and Rylee. And we will have fun’ Zac Selmon introduced as Bulldog AD. I spent three years there. Analyst Greg Knox will. STARKVILLE, Miss. Keenum said Selmon will move effectively in the search process. Keenum welcomed Zac Selmon, wife Rachel and daughters Rylee and Shayne to Lee Hall for a visit last Friday [Jan. The two overlapped while Selmon was working. Roster Zac Selmon, despite playing football at Wake Forest, also was destined for success in Norman. Former Dispatch sports editor Theo DeRosa sat down with Selmon at the end of February to discuss his transition to the new position. Keenum welcomed new MSU Athletics Director Zac Selmon, along with his wife Rachel and. He began his post-playing career at OU in 2009 as a graduate assistant, then worked in the athletic department at North Carolina. The groom’s parents are Mr. He is the first African American AD in the school’s history. MOVING ON:Why Zac Selmon fired Mississippi State football's Zach Arnett before season ended. Mississippi State hires Zac Selmon as new director of athletics 12:30 PM CT Mississippi State has hired Zac Selmon as its new director of athletics, the school announced on Friday. Following Mississippi State‘s loss to Texas A&M, the school fired head football coach Zach Arnett. Mississippi State struggled throughout the 2023 college football season, going 4-6 and 1-6 in SEC play before Arnett's firing on Monday. MSU athletic director Zac Selmon said in a statement that he determined a change in leadership was needed for the football program to move forward and “position it for the highest level of. Athletics director Zac Selmon said in a statement that he determined a change in leadership was needed for the football program to move forward and “position it for the highest level of success. This story was originally published November 14, 2023, 1:43 PM. Parents of the bride are Mr. Selmon, who previously served as deputy AD under Joe Castiglione at Oklahoma, did choose Mississippi State. made 11 catches for 134 yards on the season. The prestigious accolade honors 40 individuals under 40 years of age whose work and accomplishments are driving sports business to new heights. Keenum thanked Interim Athletics Director Bracky Brett for his service: “The continued success MSU has enjoyed during the search. . While divisions are going away, the SEC is adding a pair of teams in Texas and Oklahoma which claim 11. Steve Robertson Nov 13th, 5:30 PM. ) Keenum said Zac Selmon “grew up with powerful examples of winning at the highest levels and doing so with a deep commitment to sportsmanship and scholarship. Following Mississippi State‘s loss to Texas A&M, the school fired Zach Arnett. Mississippi State football. STARKVILLE - Mississippi State Director of Athletics Zac Selmon announced Monday that Zach Arnett has been relieved of his duties as head football coach effective immediately. ” Selmon added that he had the utmost respect for Arnett, 37, and appreciated his effort but the on-field results weren’t at the expected level. In fact. Mississippi State has hired former Oklahoma assistant athletic director Zac Selmon as its athletic director Mississippi St hires Oklahoma's Selmon as athletic director - The San Diego Union-TribuneFamily Trophy Graces Dewey Selmon's Mantel. Not to mention that Zac [Selmon] their athletic director is one of my best friends in the entire world. Here’s what you need to know: Selmon was apologetic. Danny P. Selmon, his wife and their seven kids received the Oklahoma Human Rights Award at the Capitol Friday. USA TODAY NETWORK. He embraced his youngest daughter Rylee (8), who owns the nickname “Meatball,” while he was introduced and had his older. ) Keenum said Zac Selmon “grew up with powerful examples of winning at the highest levels and doing so with a deep commitment to sportsmanship and scholarship. By Magnolia State Live. Keenum welcomed new MSU Athletics Director Zac Selmon, wife Rachel and daughters Rylee and Shayne to Lee Hall prior to the press conference naming Selmon as MSU’s 18th leader of the program. Not to mention that Zac [Selmon] their athletic director is one of my best friends in the entire world. Keenum announced Zac Selmon — the scion of a legendary college football family and a rising star in athletics administration — as MSU's new Director of Athletics. STARKVILLE — As new Mississippi State athletic director Zac Selmon was being introduced by university president Mark Keenum on Friday, his father and Oklahoma football legend Dewey Selmon. Although a 4-6 record this season proved enough for athletic director Zac Selmon to fire Arnett on Monday, it shouldn’t be the only thing that defines Arnett’s legacy in Starkville. Selmon, 37, has been working in OU's athletics department since 2015. Over the last four decades, OU has been a pillar in my family, and my wife Rachel and I look forward to being a part of OU's continued tradition of excellence. This story was originally published November 14, 2023, 1:43 PM. That came before he finished his first full season as the head coach of the Bulldogs. The Shane Beamer-Zac Selmon connection Left to right: Shane Beamer, Emily Beamer, Rachel Selmon and Zac Selmon. Zac Selmon is known for 2007 Meineke Car Care Bowl (2007). STARKVILLE — The week of Mississippi State football's season opener against Southeastern Louisiana, athletic director Zac Selmon announced the Bulldog Initiative as MSU's official NIL collective. Beamer's wife, Emily, is a native of Starkville whose family still lives there. "When Zac Selmon was hired after Coach Leach's passing, one of the attributes he reflected was the ability to effectively identify and recruit talent," school president Mark Keenum said. Wife is from Starkville, [and a] Mississippi State grad. 31. edu. Who is Laurie Metcalf’s. At his introductory press conference Friday, he explained why he left to be Mississippi State's next AD. “In this role,. Selmon, 37, checked the boxes for a university president ready to take a big swing in hopes of pinning Mississippi State against the massive brands with which it competes. Beasley says Mississippi State has hit a grand slam in the hiring of Selmon, who, at age 37, becomes Mississippi State’s first Black. D. Stefan Krajisnik Mississippi Clarion Ledger 0:00 0:21 STARKVILLE — As new Mississippi State athletic director Zac Selmon was being introduced by university president Mark Keenum on Friday, his. Director of Athletics. Deal not finalized, but Selmon is set to visit campus Thursday. B. Selmon holds degrees from Wake Forest and University of Oklahoma. Keenum today [Jan. All that garbage you see online from the wife of your best. Mississippi State struggled throughout the 2023 college football season, going 4-6 and 1-6 in SEC play before Arnett's firing on Monday. I spent three years there. OU Vice President and Director of Athletics Joe Castiglione announced the return of Zac Selmon to the school's athletics department as senior associate athle. Eric Bailey. A couple of hours after announcing the dismissal of head coach Zach Arnett, Selmon met with the media to share his thoughts on Arnett along. Selmon's father, Dewey, and uncles Lee Roy and Lucious Selmon are among the most decorated players in OU football history. Stacey Solomon's children: Zachary Solomon, born 21 March 2008. This story was originally published November 14, 2023, 1:43 PM. Zac eventually traveled to Prosper, Texas, where Lee Roy once lived, for his uncle’s counsel. We are thrilled to welcome Chris, his wife Meagan and their. By Benjy P. Mississippi State held a press conference Friday morning announcing their choice for the new athletic director. The appointment follows a national s…View Zac Selmon’s professional profile on LinkedIn. Zac Selmon is expected to be named the next Mississippi State athletic director. That much was obvious Friday as the now-former University of Oklahoma deputy athletics director stood in front of the Maroon and White family for the first time. ) Keenum said Zac Selmon “grew up with powerful examples of winning at the highest levels and doing so with a deep commitment to sportsmanship and scholarship. Beamer's wife, Emily, is a native of Starkville whose family still lives there. Selmon also inherits an intriguing time in MSU athletics. The two overlapped while Selmon was working. Selmon is the school’s first AD hire with no ties to the school since Charlie Carr in the mid-1980s. 1:20. 13] announced Zac Selmon — the scion of a legendary college football family and a rising star inMOVING ON: Why Zac Selmon fired Mississippi State football's Zach Arnett before season ended. She has worked closely with Zac Selmon, the newly named athletic director at State, for the last eight months at Oklahoma. We need to hire Zac Selmon. — Stefan. Release Calendar Top 250 Movies Most Popular Movies Browse Movies by Genre Top Box Office Showtimes & Tickets Movie News India Movie Spotlight. Brian lives in Starkville with his wife Jennifer, and their two daughters Aislinn and Emily. Zac Selmon is ready for a new challenge at Mississippi State. Mississippi State has hired former Oklahoma assistant athletic director Zac Selmon as its AD. More than two months after John Cohen left for Auburn, Mississippi State has found his replacement as athletics director. “It’s been a long year since we finished,” Lemonis said prior to the team’s first official. . He talked about athletes excelling in the. . Zac Selmon; Current position; Title: Athletic director: Team: Mississippi State: Conference: SEC: Biographical details; Born November 23, 1985 (age 37) Norman, Oklahoma, U. After an extensive review of those outstanding candidates. Mississippi State has hired former Oklahoma deputy AD Zac Selmon as its new athletics director. On Friday, Mississippi State introduced former Oklahoma staffer Zac Selmon as the new Bulldog director of athletics. It's based off of blue-collar hard work. Email. Hunter Yurachek played four years of basketball at Guilford College in North Carolina. Zac Selmon is a son of Dewey Selmon and nephew Lucius and Lee Roy Selmon (the famous football Selmon brothers of Eufaula, Oklahoma. Mississippi State football put on a thriller as it came back from a 3-10 deficit at halftime to defeat Illinois, 19-10, in Mike Leach's swan song game at the 2023 Reliaquest Bowl in Tampa, Florida. Selmon was hired as AD in January. With the. As we embark on the holiday season. The ex-wife of country music superstar Zac Brown, Shelly Brown, is one woman with an interesting and ambitious life. Representing teams and leagues, agencies and. STARKVILLE — Mississippi State first-year athletics director Zac Selmon made his first big move Monday in firing football coach Zach Arnett and said there was purpose with two games left. Smith. and his wife Jessie savored every moment of the journey. Georgia Southern AD Jared Benko, who previously worked at MSU, was another top candidate according to a source. On the latest Dear Ol' State podcast, Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery bring you media sessions with MSU Director of Athletics Zac Selmon as well as interim head football coach Greg Knox discussing a new direction for the program. ” Selmon added that he has the utmost respect for Arnett and appreciated his effort but the on-field results weren't at the expected level. Selmon worked at Oklahoma while Beamer was the Sooners offensive coordinator and the two talk every other week. OU’s AD retires, OU’s AD in waiting Selmon goes back to OU, and MSU’s former AD in. While divisions are going away, the SEC is adding a pair of teams in Texas and Oklahoma which claim 11. Upon speaking with Brown and updating Burrow, Taylor reached out to mutual friend Zac Selmon, now athletic director at Mississippi State, who served as associate athletic director during Brown’s. Items that will be taken to Africa are organized by Zac and Shannon Selmon who started a non-profit foundation called The Shine Foundation. Selmon, 37, grew up in Norman. ★ 99¢ for 30 days • Subscribe. This story was originally published November 14, 2023, 1:43 PM. Selmon. Zac Selmon, Director of Product at Brava, developed this recipe after debating with Brava chefs on whether Brava could make an omelette. Mississippi State University President Mark E. Ed. Kudos to Selmon for pulling this off with a ton of secrecy. Athletics director Zac Selmon said in a statement that he determined a change in leadership was needed for the football program to move forward and “position it for the highest level of success. ”Posted on 4 hrs, , User Since 4 months ago, User Post Count: 1397. “In seeking a new Director of Athletics, we talked with some of the nation’s very best athletics department administrators,” said Dr. 14. Selmon holds degrees from Wake Forest and University of Oklahoma. Director of Athletics Zac Selmon announced the news Thursday. STARKVILLE, Miss. After Allen Fieldhouse, these Sooners showed they. ”. 13] announced Zac Selmon — the scion of a legendary college football family and a rising star in athletics administration — as MSU’s new Director of Athletics. 0. Joining the Bulldog Family along with Selmon is his wife, Rachel, and two daughters, Shayne and Rylee. Selmon moved from defensive end/tackle to linebacker and started there during the 1979 NFC Championship Game against the Rams, he was also named the. He worked as deputy athletic director for longtime AD Joe Castiglione, and to many appeared to be the. (WJTV) – On Friday, Mississippi State University (MSU) President Mark E. Selmon, 37, checked the boxes for a university president ready to take a big swing in hopes of pinning Mississippi State against the massive brands with which it. ESPN. Beamer's wife, Emily, is a native of Starkville whose family still lives there. (WBRC) - Mississippi State head coach Zach Arnett was fired Monday morning, Athletic Director Zac Selmon announced Monday. Selmon started four years at tight end for Wake Forest. He was a consensus All. Zac Selmon, Dewey’s son, works as a deputy athletic director at OU. Mississippi State University Mark E. Arnett had no head coaching experience before 2023. Zac has 5 jobs listed on their profile. Selmon made the decision to fire Arnett during the season,. "This will also allow our tremendous. He is the son and nephew of the famed Selmon brothers at OU. Zac Selmon's family is iconic at Oklahoma. I met my wife there. Beamer is also close friends with MSU athletics director Zac Selmon. "We thought at this point of the season, we needed just a jolt. Arnett was promoted from defensive coordinator in December after the death of Mike Leach. Selmon referred to his wife Rachel as the “rock” of their family. By John Shinn; Jul 9, 2015. Zac Selmon is a son of Dewey Selmon and nephew Lucius and Lee Roy Selmon (the famous football Selmon brothers of Eufaula, Oklahoma. Keenum welcomed new MSU Athletics Director Zac Selmon, wife Rachel and daughters. Hooshyar was blown away by the vision of Selmon and his executive team. MSU athletic director Zac Selmon said in a statement that he determined a change in leadership was needed for the football program to move forward and “position it for the highest level of success. The appointment follows a national search. Zac Selmon, despite playing football at Wake Forest, also was destined for success in Norman. Beamer's wife, Emily, is a native of Starkville whose family still lives there. and Mrs. "When Zac Selmon was hired after Coach Leach's passing, one of the attributes he reflected was the ability to effectively identify and recruit talent," school president Mark Keenum said. Beamer worked at Mississippi State from 2004-06 as cornerbacks coach, running backs coach and recruiting coordinator before his first stint. Selmon is the fourth straight first time A. Following a national search, Mississippi State University President Mark Keenum names Zac Selmon MSU Director of Athletics. Mississippi State University President Mark E. Following the first quarter, members of the Leach family — his wife, Sharon; his son, Cody, Cody's wife and Cody's son — were honored on the field. ”. [email protected] is from Starkville, [and a] Mississippi State grad. Selmon holds degrees from Wake Forest. Not to mention that Zac [Selmon] their athletic director is one of my best friends in the entire world. The appointment follows a national search. "We are excited to welcome Josh to the Mississippi State leadership. Arnett was in the midst of his first full season in Starkville. edu. •Lucious, II, was All-America in 1973, and Dewey and Lee Roy were All-Americans in 1974 and '75. Published 1:59 pm Friday, January 13, 2023. STARKVILLE — When Zac Selmon was introduced in January as Mississippi State’s athletic director, the talking points were vast. In fact. Following a national search, Zac Selmon—the scion of a legendary college football family and a. edu. Would athletics director Zac Selmon make a run at South Carolina coach Shane Beamer, who overlapped with him at Oklahoma from 2018 to 2020, and spent 2004 to 2006 on staff at Mississippi State. Beamer is also close friends with MSU athletics director Zac Selmon. To maintain trust from new AD Zac Selmon, exceeding preseason expectations could prove paramount. Selmon’s words assured he is a man with the. Keenum thanked Interim Athletics Director Bracky Brett for his service: “The continued success MSU has enjoyed during the search. The trio was. I spent three years there. "I have every confidence that Zac will move quickly to identify a new leader for our football program who will energize our team, our students and our. Norman, Oklahoma. ( WJTV) – Mississippi State Director of Athletics Zac Selmon announced Monday that Zach Arnett has been fired as head football coach effective immediately. I really don't understand why Miss St. Keenum welcomed new MSU Athletics Director Zac Selmon, wife Rachel and daughters Rylee and Shayne to Lee Hall prior to the press conference naming Selmon as MSU’s 18th leader of the program. Selmon played an integral part in fundraising – traditional and NIL – at Oklahoma. One name that could come up in that conversation could be Shane Beamer considering his connections to MSU — from his wife, to his time there as an assistant, to the athletic director, Zac Selmon. looked on from the front row. MSU athletic director Zac Selmon said in a statement that he determined a change in leadership was needed for the football program to move forward and "position it for the highest level of success. MOVING ON:Why Zac Selmon fired Mississippi State football's Zach Arnett before season ended. The two overlapped while Selmon was working. The Mississippi State coaching search appears to be winding down. Just brilliant leadership and execution on his part. D. Beamer is also close friends with MSU athletics director Zac Selmon. Mississippi State dismissed head coach Zach Arnett, the school announced Monday. Related posts. State. STARKVILLE — Mississippi State University. Keenum welcomed new MSU Athletics Director Zac Selmon, wife Rachel and daughters Rylee and Shayne to Lee Hall prior to the press conference naming Selmon as MSU’s 18th leader of the program. The Shane Beamer-Zac Selmon connection Left to right: Shane Beamer, Emily Beamer, Rachel Selmon and Zac Selmon. Former Oklahoma Deputy A. Mae Akins Roth’s Wiki. "I have every confidence that Zac will move quickly to identify a new leader for our football program who will energize our team, our students and our loyal and enthusiastic fan. Selmon and his wife Rachel have two daughters, Shayne and Rylee. As the Senior Associate AD, he. D. Since his ascension at OU, where he leaves as deputy AD for external engagement and advancement (fundraising), Selmon has been widely believed to be the ultimate successor to Castiglione, who is 65 and nears his 25-year OU anniversary. "Wife is from Starkville, [and a] Mississippi State grad. Related stories from. Compliance director Bracky Brett has been the Bulldogs. It was a blessed time. Georgia Southern AD Jared Benko, who previously worked at MSU, was another top candidate according to a source with knowledge of the search. Senior Associate Athletic Director - Administration & Development. Athletic director Zac Selmon and president. MSU senior offensive analyst Greg Knox, who has 35 years of coaching. Not even a year later, Selmon decided to make a change and dismissed Arnett after only 10 games of his. She met Zac Brown sometime in 2005. Zac Selmon. Zac Selmon is a son of Dewey Selmon and nephew Lucius and Lee Roy Selmon (the famous football Selmon brothers of Eufaula, Oklahoma. Sure, the Selmon name helps. Arnett is currently on the road recruiting and filling out his staff. Thank Director Mr. “I have the utmost respect for and am incredibly appreciative of the effort [Arnett] put forth in leading our football program,” Mississippi State athletic director Zac Selmon said in a release. Zac Selmon. Mississippi State’s Zac Selmon has been athletic director for less than 11 months. Schedule. The appointment follows a national search. Mississippi State University President Mark E. Selmon referred to his wife Rachel as the “rock” of their family. STARKVILLE — In the eyes of first-year athletics director Zac Selmon, the best way for Mississippi State baseball to return to fulfilling expectations is by retaining the coach who brought the. Track and Field. Mississippi State University President Mark E. Mon, Nov 13, 2023, 2:08 PM EST · 2 min read. Keenum welcomed new MSU Athletics Director Zac Selmon, wife Rachel and daughters Rylee and Shayne to Lee Hall prior to. Joining the Bulldog Family along with Selmon is his wife, Rachel, and two daughters, Shayne and Rylee.