LaSalle University has hired its new AD, and Jarrett Gerald is his name.
“I am ecstatic to welcome Jarett to La Salle,” said President Daniel J. Allen, Ph.D in a statement. “We are building tremendous momentum across our University, and I believe Jarett is exactly the kind of leader who will accelerate that momentum within Explorer Athletics. He understands that athletics is about far more than competition. It is about developing young people, strengthening our University, inspiring alumni and donors, and elevating the La Salle experience for our student-athletes and our entire campus community.”
Gerald heads to Philadelphia as the Explorers’ new Vice President of Athletics & Recreation and Director of Athletics with almost 15 years of philanthropy of college athletics, his most recent position being on the senior leadership team of the Mizzou Athletics Fund (MAF).
“I am deeply grateful to President Daniel J. Allen, Board Chair Pauline Scalvino, the entire Board of Trustees, and the search committee for their confidence in me and the opportunity to serve La Salle University as its next vice president for athletics and recreation,” said Gerald. “Great institutions are built by people who believe deeply in a purpose greater than themselves. Throughout this process, I came to appreciate the strong foundation of faith, hope, and service that defines La Salle, along with the shared belief that the University’s best days are still ahead.”
After graduating from the University of South Carolina, where he was a four-year letter winner in the long jump and triple jump while on the track and field team, Gerald completed his master’s degree in sport and entertainment management at the university.
He held various roles at the university before heading to Duke, where he helped drive revenue for the Blue Devils, including securing over $11 million in athletics commitments.
After four years in North Carolina, he headed to Missouri this past January as the Assistant Athletics Director for Major Gifts at the University of Missouri, where he worked until LaSalle came calling.
And the accolades have followed.
“Jarett has earned this opportunity through years of hard work, genuine leadership, and an unwavering commitment to student-athletes. He has always been someone who elevates the people around him, and I have no doubt he’ll do the same at La Salle. I’m proud of him and excited to watch him lead,” said South Carolina women’s basketball head coach Dawn Staley.
“Jarett is an incredibly bright, articulate, innovative and relatable leader who has advanced beyond his years. Good for La Salle for identifying and securing this rising star!” said Missouri AD, Laird Veatch.
Congrats to AD Jarrett Gerald!
