Roderick Smothers Jr. plans revenue sharing for LeMoyne-Owen athletics
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 10:04 AM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Roderick Smothers Jr. officially took over as athletic director at LeMoyne-Owen College on July 1, 2026. Smothers aims to implement a revenue-sharing program for the college's 14 athletic programs, focusing on partnerships with alumni to secure funding. He emphasizes the importance of being student-athlete centered and ensuring educational opportunities amid changing athletics landscapes. His vision seeks to enhance competitiveness while strengthening community support for LeMoyne-Owen athletics.
- •Roderick Smothers Jr. is the new athletic director at LeMoyne-Owen College.
- •He plans to create the school's first revenue-sharing program.
- •The focus will be on alumni contributions to boost athletics funding.
- •Smothers emphasizes student-athlete education as a priority.
- •He aims to foster greater community support for student-athletes.
- 10:04 AMYahoo Sports — New LeMoyne-Owen AD Roderick Smothers Jr. eyes revenue sharing
"New athletic director Roderick Smothers Jr. plans to implement a revenue-sharing program at LeMoyne-Owen College.
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