Candidates emerge to replace NCAA president Mark Emmert

Following the news that NCAA president Mark Emmert is resigning his post, effective in 2023, a few candidates have emerged as potential replacements. ESPN’s Pete Thamel shared a shortlist of candidates on Tuesday night, including Baylor president Linda Livingstone and Clemson president Jim Clements.

“A few names for NCAA President: Washington State President Kirk Schultz, Oliver Luck, Baylor President Linda Livingstone, Clemson president Jim Clements and former Robert Morris president Chris Howard,” Thamel tweeted. “Could there be an interim like Bob Bowlsby for 2/3 years?”

Emmert took over as NCAA president on April 27, 2010. Before then, he worked with a few major colleges, serving different roles at each. At Washington, he was the university’s president, while at LSU, Emmert served as the Chancellor. Now, his career inside college athletics will be coming to an end within the next year as the NCAA transitions into a new era.

Since the NCAA changed the title of their leadership position from executive director to president, there have been six presidents, including interim Jim Isch, who served from 2009 to 2010 before Emmert took the job.

It’s unclear who will take over for Emmert at this point. However, it is certain that whoever takes the role will be responsible for overseeing a new era in college sports.

Wednesday, Schulz pulled his name from contention to replace Emmert and reaffirmed his commitment to Washington State.

Emmert resigns, plans end of tenure for 2023

Mark Emmert plans to continue in his role until a new president is elected or until June 30, 2023, if a replacement has not been found by then.

Releasing a statement on the decision, Emmert laid out some of the things he has done well as president, saying he has focused on the experience of the student-athletes. He is proud of everything the NCAA has accomplished over the past 12 years as well.

“Throughout my tenure, I’ve emphasized the need to focus on the experience and priorities of student-athletes,” Emmert said. “I am extremely proud of the work of the Association over the last 12 years and especially pleased with the hard work and dedication of the national office staff here in Indianapolis.”

DeGioia released his own statement, explaining the decision for Emmert to step down when he is. The NCAA Board of Governors Chair said it gives them plenty of time to find their next president.

“With the significant transitions underway within college sports, the timing of this decision provides the Association with consistent leadership during the coming months plus the opportunity to consider what will be the future role of the president,” said DeGioia. “It also allows for the selection and recruitment of the next president without disruption.”

On3’s Griffin McVeigh contributed to this report.