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LSU Appoints Ausberry as Athletics Director Amid Controversy

11/5/2025

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LSU President Wade Rousse will appoint Verge Ausberry as the full-time athletics director after his interim role following the departure of former AD Scott Woodward.
Ausberry, who has been with LSU for 24 years, will lead the search for a new head football coach after the firing of Brian Kelly.
His appointment raises concerns due to a past 30-day suspension in 2021 for mishandling sexual misconduct reports involving athletes.
A formal announcement regarding his full-time role is expected soon.

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LSU President Wade Rousse will appoint Verge Ausberry as the full-time athletics director after his interim role following the departure of former AD Scott Woodward.
Ausberry, who has been with LSU for 24 years, will lead the search for a new head football coach after the firing of Brian Kelly.
His appointment raises concerns due to a past 30-day suspension in 2021 for mishandling sexual misconduct reports involving athletes.
A formal announcement regarding his full-time role is expected soon.