Rider Wrestling Coach Takes On Deputy Athletic Director Role

LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ — John Hangey has been named deputy athletic director at Rider University, taking on expanded responsibility for the day-to-day operations of Athletics, the university announced.

In the role, Hangey will work closely with Christine Brown & Partners, the firm supporting Rider with leadership consultation, operational assessment and strategic planning as the university evaluates the department and its needs, according to Rider.

To focus fully on his new responsibilities, Hangey will temporarily step away from his duties as wrestling head coach, the university said. The wrestling program will be led by associate head coach Nic Bedelyon, with support from assistant coaches Doug Umbehauer and Tyler Klinsky.

Liz Sapudar has also been named interim senior woman administrator for Athletics, taking on the additional leadership responsibility while continuing in her current position as academic coordinator for Athletics, according to the university.

"We are grateful to John, Liz and Nic for their willingness to take on these expanded responsibilities and for their continued commitment to our student-athletes, coaches and staff," Rider University President John R. Loyack said in a statement.

"We will continue to keep the Rider community informed as our work to shape the future of Rider Athletics moves forward."

The leadership changes come as the university continues a comprehensive assessment of its Athletics department, according to Rider.

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