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Old Dominion University hires Tim House as new athletics director

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 6:08 AM

Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Old Dominion University hires Tim House as new athletics director

Summary

Tim House has been named the new athletics director at Old Dominion University, effective January 1, 2027. He replaces Wood Selig, who announced his retirement for the end of this year. House comes from Michigan State University, where he led philanthropic growth and donor engagement. ODU President Brian Hemphill praised House's leadership qualities, fundraising prowess, and commitment to student-athletes. House expressed gratitude for the opportunity and outlined his mission to empower athletes and enhance ODU's athletic programs.

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Key Details

•Tim House introduced as athletics director on September 19, 2026.
•He previously held a leadership role at Michigan State University.
•House is ODU's sixth athletics director.
•He aims to build champions both in sports and academics.
•His appointment follows Wood Selig's retirement announcement.

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6:08 AMYahoo Sports — ODU introduces Tim House as new athletics director

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NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — Tim House was introduced as Old Dominion University’s athletics director Friday. House, touted as one of the top collegiate athletics leaders and fundraisers in the country, is ODU’s sixth director of athletics and follows Wood Selig, who earlier this year announced his retirement effective at the end of the year. House’s […]
— Yahoo Sports

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