6/30/2023 0 Comments Prove It, Josh by Jenny Watson![]() ![]() "President Leebron's vision for the university and the reputation of Rice academically and athletically were in line with my value system." ![]() "Rice's paramount academic reputation made this job very appealing," said Del Conte, who will be the university's 14th athletic director. May led Rice to status as one of the most-respected intercollegiate sports programs in the nation after becoming athletics director in 1989. ![]() "His dedication to the overall development of the student-athlete and his understanding of the value of intercollegiate athletics in an academic setting are ideal for building upon the notable success Bobby May achieved during his 17 years as athletics director."ĭel Conte succeeds May, who announced his retirement in April. "Chris Del Conte is recognized as one of the most capable administrators and leaders in college sports," Leebron said. HOUSTON - (June 22, 2006) - Chris Del Conte, senior associate athletics director at the University of Arizona in Tucson, has been appointed Rice University's new director of athletics, Rice President David W. ![]()
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