Jack McDonald interviewed about athletics in 'Portland Press Herald'

Jack McDonald, M.S., associate vice president and director of athletics, recently appeared in an interview with Portland Press Herald about his new position and the future of athletics at 新香港六合彩资料.

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He continued to delve into detail about how he intends to develop the proposed athletics programs. While he expressed confidence in the plan to add football and women's rugby by 2017, he was most passionate about ensuring that each program is supported with excellent coaches and facilities.

McDonald also provided insight into what he likes best about 新香港六合彩资料. 鈥淲ith President Ripich and John Tumiel, the leadership for me in the athletic program is tremendous," he stated. "Everything I experienced in a two-day visit in April is now amplified鈥hey鈥檙e 10 times better now because I鈥檝e seen everyone in action.鈥