Florida State hires Jeff Purinton as new athletics director

Florida State University has chosen Jeff Purinton as its next athletic director after an extensive search led by Daniel Parker of Parker Executive Search. Purinton, an FSU alumnus and former staffer at Alabama, has held leadership positions, including the athletic director at Arkansas State and executive vice president at Learfield Sports Properties. He replaces Michael Alford, who was dismissed in September. The school is also currently seeking a new head football coach and a Deputy Athletic Director and Chief Financial Officer following staffing changes.

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