Jon Hart was named as the full time director of intercollegiate sports for USF in October of 2023, and started his duties on campus in January of 2024. In this episode we get to know Hart, his vision for USF, and how his time at Dakota Wesleyan University prepared him to step into this new role. Hart reflects on his first month here at USF, sharing his excitement for all Cougar athletic programs, as well as how he plans to impact every single one. Learn more about Jon and the future for USF athletics by tuning into this week's episode!
00:00 - Introduction
00:37 - Previous experience at Dakota Wesleyan
03:40 - Why USF?
04:55 - Vision for USF Athletics
06:25 - Fundraising
09:16 - How did Dakota Wesleyan prepare Jon to step into the NCAA?
10:55 - Main jobs are as Head Athletic Director
12:13 - Closing thoughts from Jon
13:12 - Wrap-up
USF Athletics: https://usfcougars.com/
Podcast Instagram: @cougarsportspodcast
Show notes written by Alivia Tindall
