Oklahoma athletic director Joe Castiglione planning to retire per reports
According to Thamel, Castiglione will remain in his role for the next year to ensure the University of Oklahoma has a smooth transition as it searches for and hires his replacement. He'll then step into an emeritus role with the university.
One of the longest-tenured athletic directors in the country, Castiglione oversaw an athletic department that won 26 national titles, including a football national championship and eight softball national championships.
Castiglione was key in ushering the Oklahoma Sooners into the new era of collegiate athletics and guiding their transition into the SEC. Now, the Sooners begin preparing for life after the man affectionately referred to as "Joe C."
The University of Oklahoma will hold a press conference on Tuesday, July 8 to make an official announcement. Joe Castiglione, OU president Joseph Harroz, and OU Board of Regents chair Anita Holloway will be in attendance.
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