Jeff Bourne– James Madison Director of Athletics
James Madison Director of Athletics Jeff Bourne sits down with CollegeAD’s Jonathan Yates to discuss a number of topics pertaining to the JMU athletic department. We’ve earmarked and highlighted several different topics and points throughout the interview that might be of most interest to you. Yates and Bourne dive in on hiring, leadership, facilities, emotion, College Gameday, and more.
00:17 Changes Jeff has seen in college athletics and the changes he’s made at James Madison since taking over in 1999.
02:14 Importance of facilities
03:06 Difference in working in the CAA or FCS vs the Power Five
04:20 Alumni engagement
10:56 Opportunities for student-athletes after sports
15:54 Impact of Title IX
24:01 Leadership and knowing how to delegate
25:52 What Jeff looks for when making a hire