EMPORIA STATE UNIVERSITY NAMES NEW ATHLETIC DIRECTOR - Emporia
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June 29, 2022 – David Spafford, an experienced professional with a proven track record for fundraising, has been named the new Director of Athletics for Emporia State University. Spafford, a Kansas native, brings a successful 27-year career in athletics to Hornet Nation. Spafford will officially begin his duties on July 17, 2022.
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