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Washington State AD Pat Chun Joins University of Washington

Washington State athletic director Pat Chun is leaving to join archrival Washington, marking a significant loss for the Cougars' athletic department, which has also recently seen their men's basketball coach depart. Chun's departure comes at a challenging time for Washington State, as they navigate the aftermath of being left behind when the Pac-12 dissolved. The search for Chun's successor is complicated by the conference's uncertain future, leaving the athletic department in a precarious position.

via The Athletic|

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"Washington Scores Big Win by Hiring Pat Chun as AD, Dealing Blow to Washington State"

Washington Huskies hire Pat Chun as the new athletic director, dealing a blow to in-state rival Washington State Cougars. Chun's hiring is seen as a smart move for Washington, given his track record in hiring coaches, fundraising abilities, and understanding of college sports dynamics. The move leaves Washington State scrambling to find a replacement and navigate the aftermath of recent tumultuous events in college athletics.

via The Mercury News|

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"Washington Snags Pat Chun from Rival Washington State as New AD"

The University of Washington is finalizing a six-year deal to hire Pat Chun, the athletic director at rival Washington State, as the school's new athletic director, in response to the sudden departure of Troy Dannen. Chun's experience in the Big Ten and his ability to lead an athletic department during financial challenges were valued, as Washington faces significant stadium debt and must find ways to be competitive in the Big Ten while only receiving half of the television revenue of its peers through 2029-30.

via ESPN|

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"Washington State AD Pat Chun Joins UW Huskies Ahead of Big Ten Move"

Washington is set to hire Washington State athletic director Pat Chun to the same position, replacing Troy Dannen. Chun's departure comes amid the collapse of the Pac-12, with Washington State and Oregon State facing challenges. Chun's move to Washington adds to the sting for Washington State, which recently reached a legal settlement with the Pac-12's departing 10 members. He will now lead Washington into the Big Ten, leveraging his strong experience in the area, and is known for his successful tenure at Washington State and previous roles at Ohio State and FAU.

via CBS Sports|

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Congressional hearing exposes chaos and toxicity of current NIL system in college sports.

Pat Chun, the athletic director of Washington State University, testified before Congress, calling the current name, image, likeness (NIL) environment toxic and unsustainable for student-athletes. Chun urged Congress to partner with the NCAA and member institutions to develop federal standards with transparency and enforceable safeguards. He also pointed out that women student-athletes are receiving just 16.2 percent of the college athletics NIL compensation, compared to 77 percent of the general NIL compensation earned by women.

via 247Sports|

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