Laird Veatch Appointed as Missouri's New Athletic Director

Laird Veatch returns to Missouri, taking over from Desireé Don Reed-Francois who recently moved to Arizona.

• Laird Veatch, previously the AD at Memphis, has been named the new Athletic Director at Missouri.
• Veatch's appointment follows a successful tenure at Memphis, highlighted by significant athletic and facility upgrades.
• Missouri's athletic programs, especially football, have seen recent success, including a top-10 finish last season.
• The University of Missouri plans a $250 million renovation of Memorial Stadium, enhancing facilities under Veatch's leadership.
• Veatch's extensive experience in athletic administration across various universities poises him well for his new role at Missouri.

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