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Michigan State University has appointed J Batt, currently at Georgia Tech, as its new vice president and director of intercollegiate athletics, aiming to elevate Spartan athletics through his extensive experience and leadership in college sports.
J Batt, Georgia Tech’s vice president and director of Athletics since 2022, has accepted a new role at Michigan State University, ending a transformative tenure marked by record fundraising, facility improvements, academic success, and strong athletic performances, including multiple postseason achievements and new coaching hires.
Michigan State has appointed J Batt, former Georgia Tech AD, as its new athletic director, emphasizing his strong fundraising background and experience in revenue generation, at a pivotal time for college athletics. He will oversee renovations and aim to enhance the university's athletic competitiveness amid new NCAA rules.
J Batt has agreed to a six-year deal to become the athletic director at Michigan State, leaving Georgia Tech where he made significant strides in fundraising and revenue. His background in football and basketball administration, along with his industry reputation, makes him a strong fit for MSU's athletic ambitions, especially as the university seeks to navigate the evolving landscape of collegiate sports.