OU Taps Roger Denny to Guide Sooner Athletics into a New Era
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On Jan. 23, 2026, the University of Oklahoma named Roger Denny as its 12th Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics Programs and Director of Athletics, with Randall Stephenson remaining as Chair and Special Advisor. Denny, a former Deputy Director of Athletics at Illinois and a seasoned corporate attorney, will lead OU Athletics, focus on expanding opportunities for student‑athletes, oversee coaching and operations, and pursue national championships amid ongoing disruption in college sports.
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