UL Athletics Department: Self-Assessment

The Marsh
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According to the strategic plan for athletics developed by Dr. Maggard, how would you assess the state of our athletics program? Give each strategic priority an A through F rating.

The strategic plan has detailed measurables/targets listed for each strategic priority.

2024-28 Strategic Plan - Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns

  1. Student Athlete Experience: [A-F]
    1. Academic Achievement: Provide an environment that positions all student-athletes to achieve academic excellence: [A-F]
    2. Competitive Success: Foster championship-caliber athletic programs: [A-F]
    3. Student-Athlete Development: Promote a cULture of service and holistic wellness while focusing on personal development and post-graduation success: [A-F]
  2. Fiscal & Facility Management: [A-F]
    1. Budget Development: Enhance the budget allocation process to foster a cULture of fiscal responsibility and financial stability: [A-F]
    2. Resource Generation: Grow participation from Louisiana alumni, friends, and community members to increase and maximize revenue streams: [A-F]
    3. Facility Enhancement: Fund, build and maintain championship caliber facilities: [A-F]
  3. cULture: [A-F]
    1. Organizational culture: Promote an atmosphere of trust, communication, and gratitude that values inclusive excellence and personal growth: [A-F]
    2. Branding: Position Louisiana as a prominent athletics program and industry leader by advancing the brand locally, regionally, and nationally: [A-F]
    3. External Engagement: Foster meaningful relationships that build trust and create memorable experiences: [A-F]
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I see that section 1 refers to the “Student Athlete Experience”. The hell with that!

How about prioritizing the “Dedicated Fan Experience”! By that I mean WIN GAMES!!! If you WIN GAMES the fans will have a “Good Experience” and in turn will do a better job of supporting the programs. Thus, the “Paid Athletes” should also have a better experience.

Now, with NIL, Pay for Play, and the Transfer Portal, the only thing that matters is winning. The majority of the players no longer have education and graduation as their top priority. So why should the fans?

RANT OFF!!!

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