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(PULLMAN, Wash.)– Washington State University President Betsy Cantwell has selected Jon Haarlow as WSU's vice president and director of athletics, it was announced Tuesday, according to wsucougars.com. Haarlow, who has served as the interim athletic director since November 12, 2025, will be introduced at a press conference in the Alger Family Club Room at Gesa Field, Monday, April 20 at 11 a.m. He becomes the 16th individual to lead Cougar athletics in school history. Haarlow has more than five years of experience at Washington State University and 15 years in collegiate athletics. He joined WSU in 2021 as senior associate athletic director and chief   read more

(SEATTLE)— The Seattle Kraken announced on Wednesday that Ron Francis will be stepping down from his role as President of Hockey Operations at the end of the season, according to nhl.com/kraken. This decision was mutually agreed upon. Francis, who became the first General Manager in franchise history on July 17, 2019, and was elevated to President on April 22, 2025, leaves behind a legacy that helped shape the identity and early success of the NHL’s 32nd franchise. “Ron and I agreed that this is the right moment to make a thoughtful transition for both Ron and the organization, and move in   read more