Couple things to note on Kentucky AD candidate J Batt, who is highly regarded as a fundraiser and understands the financial side in the new NIL era.
Deputy AD, Alabama (2017-22)
- Also served as Chief Revenue Officer & COO
- Oversaw $600M Crimson Standard capital campaign
AD, Georgia Tech (2022-25)
- Hired Brent Key (was interim HC)
- Led $78.2M fundraising year, beat record by 43%
AD, Michigan State (2025)
- Pushed infrastructure plans
- Create a new fundraising model, Spartan ventures
Kentucky has zeroed in on Michigan State’s J Batt in its search for an athletic director, sources tell
@YahooSports.