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Oklahoma Names Roger Denny Athletics Director to Succeed Joe Castiglione

OU turns to a legally trained operator to navigate NIL, finance, governance under Randall Stephenson’s continuing advisory model.

Sep 13, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; A view of an Oklahoma Sooners helmet during the game against the Temple Owls at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • The university officially appointed Illinois deputy AD and COO Roger Denny as its 12th vice president for intercollegiate athletics programs and director of athletics.
  • Longtime AD Joe Castiglione shifts to athletics director emeritus, supporting fundraising and the transition through his planned retirement in June 2028.
  • Former AT&T CEO Randall Stephenson remains chair and special advisor for athletics after leading a national search supported by The Athlete Group and a 12-member committee.
  • Denny spent four years overseeing Illinois’ operations, facilities, business intelligence and revenue functions, following roughly 15 years as a corporate attorney and partner at Spencer Fane LLP.
  • OU highlighted Denny’s work managing a budget near $200 million, involvement in NIL strategy and a pivotal role in a $100 million gift at Illinois, with coaches and administrators publicly praising the hire.