MUNCIE, Ind. — There was no shortage of optimism at Ball State University's Alumni Center on Monday during the official introduction ceremony for new Athletics Director Jeff Mitchell.
In his speech, smoothed by a slight southern twang, the former deputy director of athletics at the University of Southern Mississippi expressed gratitude for receiving his first full-time AD position, excitement in joining the Cardinals' long history and challenge everyone to build upon BSU's current athletic foundation.
"As Director of Athletics, I vow to be a great teammate as we advance Cardinal Athletics to greater success, and I look forward to unlocking powerful potential together," Mitchell said.