Ever wondered what it takes to lead in college sports?
Welcome to The CALS Report, your inside track to leadership in college athletics. What began as the Collegiate Athletics Leadership Symposium, a professional development event for industry leaders, has evolved into a dynamic community—and this podcast is your invitation to join it.
In each episode, we bring you fresh insights, real experiences, and untold stories from top leaders in college athletics. Whether you're an established athletics director, an emerging administrator, or simply curious about the inner workings of college sports, The CALS Report is your essential guide to the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of the industry.
Tune in to learn from those at the forefront of college athletics, and discover what it takes to lead with impact.
Season 3, Ep. 1 | A Conversation with TCU AD Mike Buddie
Time for year three of the CALS Report.
First up, the big interview featuring CALS host and TCU Director of Athletics Mike Buddie. You'll enjoy hearing about his unconventional path from college baseball to the MLB to the AD chair, how TCU balances resources across sports while dealing with revenue sharing, NIL, rising costs and roster investment and his advice for young athletics professionals. He also shares what makes TCU and Fort Worth special as CALS26 approaches.
Plus, Airshare Chief Revenue Officer Dylan Haynie joins us for this month’s Sponsor Spotlight to talk about how Airshare helps coaches, administrators, athletes and more make the most of their time with flexible, efficient air travel options built for the demands of college athletics.
1 Sept 2026
Ep. 24 | Talking Strategic Planning with DePaul AD DeWayne Peevy
In this edition of The CALS Report, Ryan Bradley sits down with DePaul University Senior Vice President and Director of Athletics DeWayne Peevy for an in-depth look at the strategy behind building a stronger, more competitive athletics department.
Peevy took over leadership of DePaul Athletics in August 2020, entering the role at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic and facing challenges ranging from facilities and revenue generation to brand positioning and organizational culture. Six years later, his leadership has earned him a five-year contract extension through 2031 and an elevation to Senior Vice President.
Peevy discusses DePaul’s new five-year strategic plan, Beyond the Dream, and the lessons learned from the university’s first strategic planning cycle. He shares how DePaul has strengthened its facilities, fundraising, organizational culture and brand — including growing annual fundraising from $1.1 million before his arrival to a department-record $15.6 million last year.
The conversation also explores how DePaul is setting measurable goals for competitive success, revenue growth, donor engagement and institutional impact while navigating the rapidly changing landscape of college athletics. Peevy explains why investing in people is just as important as investing in facilities, how student-athlete and campus feedback shaped the plan, and why a successful athletics department must demonstrate its value to the university far beyond wins and losses.
Plus, Peevy reflects on his longtime involvement with CALS, the importance of developing the next generation of college athletics leaders and why continued learning remains essential — even after reaching the AD chair.
31 Jul 2026
Ep. 23 | Big Sky Commissioner Tom Wistrcill
Big Sky Conference Commissioner Tom Wistrcill joins Ryan Bradley to discuss leadership, conference realignment and the rapidly changing college athletics landscape. He shares his perspective on revenue sharing, the transfer portal, the future of FCS football and the NCAA men’s basketball selection process, along with valuable career advice for aspiring athletic administrators.
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