Highlights, full video from new MSU Athletic Director J Batt's introductory press conference
Michigan State formally introduced J Batt as the Spartans' next athletic director on Wednesday.
Batt's introductory press conference was held on Wednesday, with the former Georgia Tech athletic director having the first opportunity to speak on his plan at Michigan State. Batt had some notable quotes during his introductory press conference, which are highlighted below.
Batt comes to Michigan State after serving as the Georgia Tech athletic director since 2022. Prior to that, he worked at Alabama from 2017-2022, where he served as the executive deputy director of athletics, chief operating officer and chief revenue officer.
Check out some of the highlights from Batt's introductory press conference or watch the complete video of the press conference below:
Highlights
Batt noted that Michigan State football succeeding is a huge priority for him and the athletic department as a whole.
Batt said "Michigan State is not only positioned to survive, but it is positioned to take ground."
Batt considers Michigan State as a top-10 athletic department in the country.
Batt promised during the press conference that "we will provide Jonathan Smith with the resources he needs to be successful."
Batt talked about the importance of NIL during the press conference, stating Michigan State is going to be successful at "championship levels" and they'll have a united plan to move forward
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