Morrison leaving post as Athletics Director
Departing for NFL's Carolina Panthers, Morrison will continue TCU duties through September.
by The TCU Magazine staff
Athletics Director Danny Morrison will leave TCU at the end of September to become president of the Carolina Panthers.
Danny Morrison announced his resignation this afternoon as athletics director at TCU to become president of the NFL's Carolina Panthers.
Morrison will continue his duties at TCU through September 30.
"Peggy and I have been blessed to be a part of
both the TCU and Fort Worth community for the last four years,"
Morrison said. "The energy and momentum from the people here have made
this a very special place.
"This has been especially true at TCU. Chancellor (Victor)
Boschini, student-athletes, coaches, trustees, administration, faculty,
staff and students have all made TCU a fun and inviting place to work.
We will miss it.
"We are also excited, though, to have the opportunity to join
one of the best organizations in professional sports. The Carolina
Panthers are known for high standards and winning with class, and it
will be great to learn from and work with their quality staff and
coaches.
"It will also be a particular thrill to work beside Mr.
Richardson, a mentor of mine for almost 40 years and a person who is
highly respected and admired by all."
During his four years at TCU, Morrison helped usher in the
Horned Frogs' Mountain West Conference era. In the 2008-09 athletics
season, TCU had 16 of its 20 sports represented in postseason play,
including all seven spring sports. A total of 12 sports were nationally
ranked, including football at No. 7. Four conference titles were won
with three coaches receiving MWC Coach of the Year honors.
Momentum was also evident in the classroom as TCU
student-athletes posted their highest grade-point average since
reporting began in Fall 1998.
The top four years for departmental revenue occurred under
Morrison, while Frog Club donations reached record totals. During the
last three years, Frog supporters have contributed $40 million for
athletic scholarships and capital projects with that number reaching
$45 million during the last four years.
Among the facility improvements during Morrison's tenure were
the Dutch Meyer Athletics Complex and Abe Martin Academic Enhancement
Center, Sam Baugh Indoor Practice Facility, Paul's Patios at the
Charlie and Marie Lupton Baseball Stadium and the installation of LED
scoreboards and video boards at many of the Horned Frogs' venues.
Morrison also served as a member of the Chancellor's Cabinet and assisted with the direction and planning for the institution.
A national search for Morrison's replacement will begin soon.
In his new capacity with the National Football League team,
Morrison will be responsible for the Panthers' business operations and
Bank of America Stadium business interests as well as representing the
organization in many league matters.