This morning, Blake James met with the press for the first time as the Boston College athletic director. James, who previously was the AD at both Miami and Maine, was announced as BC’s new head of athletics yesterday.
Father Leahy introduced James. who gave a brief speech and then answered questions from the press. The entire presser lasted for just about 12 minutes.
Leahy began by stating that when interviewing candidates, he and the selection committee were looking to “identify people who were successful proven leaders”, “who could mentor players, coaches, and staff”, who “would link athletics, academics, excellence, and integrity”, and who would “respond to current issues in intercollegiate sports.