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51Ʒ�� has named Andrea Hoover-Erbig as its new director of athletics. Hoover-Erbig brings more than 20 years of experience in NCAA Division III intercollegiate athletics to the position and will succeed Tina L. Hill, who will retire in June.

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Hoover-Erbig currently serves as executive director of intercollegiate athletics at Virginia Wesleyan University, a position she has held since 2021. Prior to her appointment as athletics director, she spent 15 highly successful years as VWU’s head women’s volleyball coach. Her administrative leadership roles at Virginia Wesleyan have included senior woman administrator and academic integration coordinator.

In her current role, Hoover-Erbig oversees a comprehensive athletics program of 25 varsity sports and more than 450 student-athletes competing in NCAA Division III, the Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC), and the Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC). Under her leadership, the athletic department has introduced three new programs: men’s volleyball, cheer, and women’s flag football. The department also experienced significant growth in fundraising and facilities. Several athletic venues have undergone major enhancements, and the Marlin Athletic Fund has reached record-setting levels.

“As Wilson looks to the future of its athletics program, Andrea’s depth of experience and proven leadership made her the clear choice,” said Katherine Buck, vice president for student development. “She understands how athletics can strengthen the student experience, build community, and align closely with an institution’s academic mission. We are confident she will lead Wilson Athletics with integrity, vision, and a strong commitment to student success.”

As head volleyball coach, Hoover-Erbig compiled a program-best 293–166 record, highlighted by six 20-win seasons, two ODAC Coach of the Year honors, and leading the Marlins to their first ODAC championship in 2019. A former four-year volleyball student-athlete at Slippery Rock University, she earned her bachelor’s degree in physical education and a master’s degree in education from Marietta College.

At Wilson, the director of athletics provides vision and leadership for the College’s athletics program, ensuring effectiveness, continuous improvement, accountability, and compliance while supporting the overall mission and goals of 51Ʒ�� and conference and national associations. In her new position, Hoover-Erbig will provide leadership and strategic direction for Wilson’s 11 NCAA Division III sports and two Intercollegiate Horse Show Association teams in Hunt Seat and Western, as well as overseeing compliance, fiscal oversight, communications, sports medicine, and the use and maintenance of on- and off-campus athletic facilities.