Wisconsin Badgers to hire Shawn Eichorst as Athletic Director
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 4:48 PM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
The Wisconsin Badgers will reportedly appoint Shawn Eichorst, currently the Texas Longhorns Deputy Athletic Director, as their new Athletic Director. This decision comes after the departure of Chris McIntosh. Eichorst, a Wisconsin native with a long history in athletic administration, previously held positions at Wisconsin-Whitewater, South Carolina, and Nebraska. His connections to the Badgers, particularly with former Athletic Director Barry Alvarez, are expected to be beneficial for the program.
- •Shawn Eichorst is set to replace Chris McIntosh as Athletic Director.
- •Eichorst has a strong background in the Wisconsin athletic community.
- •Previous roles include positions at Nebraska and Miami.
- •His connections with Barry Alvarez may aid his transition.
- •The appointment follows an extensive search for a new AD.
- 4:48 PMYahoo Sports — Report: Badgers to hire Texas Deputy AD as next Athletic Director
"The Badgers are hiring someone with close ties to the program.
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