USC Athletics Director Ray Tanner Steps Down, New Role Announced

Tanner to Lead New Athletics Department

Ray Tanner, the longtime athletics director at the University of South Carolina, is stepping down from his position to take on a new role within the university. Tanner has been the athletics director at USC since 2012, and he has overseen a period of great success for the Gamecocks. Under Tanner's leadership, USC has won multiple national championships, including the 2010 College World Series and the 2017 Women's Basketball National Championship.

Tanner's new role will be as the Senior Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics and Athletics Director Emeritus. In this role, Tanner will work closely with the university president to develop and implement a new strategic plan for the athletics department. Tanner will also work with the athletics department's staff to ensure a smooth transition to a new athletics director.

Tanner's Legacy at USC

Tanner's legacy at USC is one of success both on and off the field. Under his leadership, USC has won multiple national championships, and the athletics department has consistently ranked among the top 25 in the country. Tanner has also been a strong advocate for student-athletes, and he has worked to ensure that they have the resources and support they need to succeed academically and athletically.

Tanner's departure from USC is a significant loss for the university. He is a highly respected leader in the world of college athletics, and he has been a key part of USC's success in recent years. However, Tanner's new role will allow him to continue to contribute to USC's athletics program in a meaningful way.

Tanner's New Role

Tanner's new role as the Senior Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics and Athletics Director Emeritus will be a significant one. In this role, Tanner will work closely with the university president to develop and implement a new strategic plan for the athletics department. Tanner will also work with the athletics department's staff to ensure a smooth transition to a new athletics director.

Tanner's new role will be a challenging one, but he is confident that he can make a positive impact on USC's athletics program. Tanner has a wealth of experience in college athletics, and he is committed to helping USC achieve its goals.