Troy Dannen's abrupt departure from the University of Washington after a 165-day tenure has left the athletic department in search of a new director. Dannen's exit has sparked concerns among Huskies fans about stability. Several potential candidates, including Nevada AD Stephanie Rempe and WSU AD Pat Chun, are being considered for the position. The process to replace Dannen is expected to be expedited compared to the previous search to fill the role left by Jen Cohen. President Ana Mari Cauce expressed disappointment over Dannen's departure, emphasizing the need for a swift and successful replacement.
Washington's AD search: Examining pros and cons of the job, and considering a few names. https://t.co/mkI34TI3Jq
On the UW AD search 2.0: The Huskies are damaged good, sure. But they are also a Big Ten school and should have a solid candidate pool https://t.co/gOayLvS03X
AD Troy Dannen tries to explain his premature jump from UW… and president Ana Mari Cauce just … explains: https://t.co/kEe5gsZgMY
After UW took two months to replace former athletic director Jen Cohen with Troy Dannen, the process is expected to go much faster this time. Here’s a list of candidates the Huskies should consider. https://t.co/uaXzS1VzpJ
Troy Dannen's departure for Nebraska is stunning, but shouldn't send UW fans reeling. https://t.co/ZN0U0MATmV
5 potential candidates to become next UW athletic director https://t.co/ZRG6EdL2c8
Washington’s AD search: Troy Dannen departs as the Huskies start the process all over again https://t.co/b3Y94iymQD
After UW took two months to replace former athletic director Jen Cohen with Troy Dannen, the process is expected to go much faster this time. Here’s a list of candidates the Huskies should consider. (via @percyallen206) https://t.co/jb0jeoH8Qc
NEW: @PercyAllen206 breaks down @UWAthletics options for Troy Dannen's replacement as UW searches for stability after its shortest AD tenure in more than a century Here are seven viable options -- with PNW ties -- who might be good candidates https://t.co/dsRrdXBTlz
Some names that would make sense for UW AD (in no order): Nevada AD Stephanie Rempe WSU AD Pat Chun Oregon State AD Scott Barnes Virginia deputy AD Ed Scott Tennessee senior deputy AD Allen Greene UW interim AD Eric O'Connell UW deputy AD Shannon Kelly UW deputy AD Andy Fee
ICYMI: @Matt_Calkins shares his thoughts on Troy Dannen's 165-day tenure as @UWAthletics director He writes: "Huskies fans should hope this isn’t a trend at the school, but they would be justified in worrying that it is." @seattletimes @SeaTimesSports https://t.co/uaCV799lyV
Updated with quotes: Troy Dannen started his Washington tenure with a promise to Ana Mari Cauce, stating "I will not let you down" Six months later, he's gone. On @UWAthletics hectic day @SeaTimesSports @seattletimes @red https://t.co/D2Vod89GvW
Troy Dannen was at UW for *checks notes* 5 months. Long enough to fire Mike Hopkins. Please tell me what time the hearing is with Ted Cruz and Nick Saban to discuss this out of control AD transfer portal. Thank you. https://t.co/CL4MwDgOjs