University of Memphis Athletics
Nov 04, 2026 | General
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – University of Memphis Senior Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Dr. Ed Scott announced today the reclassification of several members of the Tigers' executive leadership team, enhancing alignment between Memphis Athletics and the University while further supporting the department's strategic priorities.
As part of the changes, Tim Duncan, Cooper Jones, Katherine Sulentic and Ted White have received updated titles that reflect their expanding leadership responsibilities and strengthen collaboration across campus.
"These leadership updates strengthen the connection between Memphis Athletics and the University, allowing our team to collaborate more effectively across campus and advance shared institutional priorities," said Ed Scott. "They also position our department to be more strategic, proactive and impactful in supporting the University's broader mission. I'm proud of this team and appreciative of the work each of them has done to advance our department and earn these expanded leadership roles."
Duncan has added Chief Operating Officer to his Senior Deputy Athletics Director title. Since joining Memphis Athletics in August 2024, Duncan has overseen several transformative facility projects, including the $226.5 million renovation of Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, the Liza Wellford Fletcher Stadium project and the Rhodes-Hanson Academic Center. As Chief Operating Officer, Duncan will continue providing leadership for the department's operational strategy, facilities and capital initiatives.
Jones, who currently serves as Deputy Athletics Director and Chief Revenue Officer, has been named Associate Vice President for Athletics Advancement. Jones joined Memphis Athletics in December 2024 and has played a significant role in advancing the department's fundraising and revenue-generation efforts. During his tenure, Memphis has recorded back-to-back fundraising records, while he has also served as Executive Director of the Memphis Athletic Foundation. In his expanded role, Jones will continue to lead the department's development operations and revenue initiatives while strengthening collaboration with institutional advancement efforts across the university.
Sulentic currently serves as the Deputy Athletics Director for Regulatory Affairs and has added the title of Associate General Counsel. Sulentic joined Memphis Athletics in December 2024 and has provided leadership in the areas of compliance, governance and legal affairs. Licensed to practice law in both Tennessee and Massachusetts, Sulentic recently authored Memphis Athletics' revenue share policy and has been instrumental in navigating the evolving landscape of collegiate athletics. Her updated role further formalizes the important connection between athletics and university legal operations.
White has been elevated to Deputy Athletics Director for Student-Athlete Welfare. White joined Memphis Athletics in June 2025 and oversees academic services, student-athlete development, sports performance, sports medicine and the Athletics Mental Performance (AMP) program. His leadership has enhanced the holistic support structure for Memphis student-athletes, ensuring success both academically and personally while preparing them for life beyond competition.
The title updates reflect Memphis Athletics' continued commitment to aligning its leadership structure with the University's strategic vision while positioning the department for sustained growth and success in an ever-changing collegiate athletics environment.
How to follow the Tigers: For complete information on Memphis Tigers Athletics, visit www.GoTigersGo.com and follow the department's social media channels on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.
As part of the changes, Tim Duncan, Cooper Jones, Katherine Sulentic and Ted White have received updated titles that reflect their expanding leadership responsibilities and strengthen collaboration across campus.
"These leadership updates strengthen the connection between Memphis Athletics and the University, allowing our team to collaborate more effectively across campus and advance shared institutional priorities," said Ed Scott. "They also position our department to be more strategic, proactive and impactful in supporting the University's broader mission. I'm proud of this team and appreciative of the work each of them has done to advance our department and earn these expanded leadership roles."
Duncan has added Chief Operating Officer to his Senior Deputy Athletics Director title. Since joining Memphis Athletics in August 2024, Duncan has overseen several transformative facility projects, including the $226.5 million renovation of Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, the Liza Wellford Fletcher Stadium project and the Rhodes-Hanson Academic Center. As Chief Operating Officer, Duncan will continue providing leadership for the department's operational strategy, facilities and capital initiatives.
Jones, who currently serves as Deputy Athletics Director and Chief Revenue Officer, has been named Associate Vice President for Athletics Advancement. Jones joined Memphis Athletics in December 2024 and has played a significant role in advancing the department's fundraising and revenue-generation efforts. During his tenure, Memphis has recorded back-to-back fundraising records, while he has also served as Executive Director of the Memphis Athletic Foundation. In his expanded role, Jones will continue to lead the department's development operations and revenue initiatives while strengthening collaboration with institutional advancement efforts across the university.
Sulentic currently serves as the Deputy Athletics Director for Regulatory Affairs and has added the title of Associate General Counsel. Sulentic joined Memphis Athletics in December 2024 and has provided leadership in the areas of compliance, governance and legal affairs. Licensed to practice law in both Tennessee and Massachusetts, Sulentic recently authored Memphis Athletics' revenue share policy and has been instrumental in navigating the evolving landscape of collegiate athletics. Her updated role further formalizes the important connection between athletics and university legal operations.
White has been elevated to Deputy Athletics Director for Student-Athlete Welfare. White joined Memphis Athletics in June 2025 and oversees academic services, student-athlete development, sports performance, sports medicine and the Athletics Mental Performance (AMP) program. His leadership has enhanced the holistic support structure for Memphis student-athletes, ensuring success both academically and personally while preparing them for life beyond competition.
The title updates reflect Memphis Athletics' continued commitment to aligning its leadership structure with the University's strategic vision while positioning the department for sustained growth and success in an ever-changing collegiate athletics environment.
How to follow the Tigers: For complete information on Memphis Tigers Athletics, visit www.GoTigersGo.com and follow the department's social media channels on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.
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