In a shock announcement on Wednesday afternoon, the University of Iowa announced the hiring of Ball State athletic director Beth Goetz as their deputy athletic director and chief operating officer.
Goetz will replace the outgoing Barbara Burke, who had previously announced her retirement effective the conclusion of the 2022-23 academic year. Goetz will work directly under Iowa athletic director Gary Barta, one of the more influential AD’s in the NCAA.
“Beth is a proven, experienced, and respected leader in college athletics,” Barta said via press release. “We’re excited to have her join the Hawkeye family.