Justin Hay, who assumed his role as athletics director in May 2025, brings more than
a decade of experience as a Division II administrator and coach. At Lenoir-Rhyne University
and in previous roles, he oversaw external relations, facilities development, game-day
operations, corporate sponsorships and fundraising. He holds a bachelor’s degree from
Faulkner University (Montgomery, Alabama) and a master’s degree in sports management
and sports events security from Southern Mississippi.