The purpose of the Athletic Direct Report (ADR) professional development program is to engage Division III ADRs in best practices to oversee and manage athletics programs and improve the relationship between ADRs and their presidents, athletics directors, and conference commissioners. The program will focus on enhancing the effectiveness and involvement of the ADR at the campus, conference, and national levels. The program includes both networking opportunities and interactive discussions with ADR peers and other expert presenters.

The objectives of the ADR Professional Development Program are:

• Create and support a network of ADRs.
• Provide on-going professional development.
• Provide an orientation for ADRs.

The program includes in-person programming conducted during the NCAA Convention and virtual sessions conducted during the academic year for the following groups:

• New ADRs: 20 participants each year. All Division III ADRs who have been in their role for at least one year or who have never attended the ADR Institute are eligible to participate. 
• Experienced ADRs: 20 ADRs that have been in their role for more than two years and who have previously attended the ADR Institute.

Nominations are accepted from conference commissioners, institutional presidents or chancellors, and athletics directors. Nominations and applications accepted via Program Hub. Click here for a sample application.

For questions about the ADR Professional Development Program, please contact Louise McCleary, Vice President of Division III.