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Cunningham Named AD Of The Year

CHAPEL HILL—University of North Carolina Director of Athletics Bubba Cunningham, whose leadership has propelled Carolina student-athletes to numerous academic achievements and Tar Heel teams to 13 national titles during his tenure in Chapel Hill, has earned the 2019-20 Under Armour AD of the Year Award (ADOY). The National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA) announced the recipients Tuesday.

The ADOY Award highlights the efforts of athletic directors at all levels for their commitment and positive contributions to student-athletes, campuses and their surrounding communities. Cunningham is one of 28 recipients from across all three divisions of the NCAA, plus the NAIA and junior/community colleges.