CHARLOTTE, N.C. (News Release) – Kevin White has been named as the next Director of Athletics at UNC Charlotte as officially announced by Chancellor Sharon L. Gaber Monday morning. White assumes the top spot in the athletic department after spending the previous four years as Deputy Director of Athletics at Clemson University.
“I am honored to join Charlotte at such an exciting time,” White said. “Charlotte has tremendous potential, strong institutional support, and a passionate fan base. I look forward to working with Chancellor Gaber, our coaches, staff, student-athletes, and supporters to build a championship-driven culture and position Charlotte Athletics for sustained success.”
“My family has been incredibly supportive of me throughout my career and will continue to be an important part of what we do at Charlotte,” added White.” My wife, Jari, our oldest son Justin and his wife Sunita, along with Kamden and Kinley could not be more excited to join me as part of Niner Nation.”
White will be officially introduced at a public press conference Thursday, Feb. 26th, becoming the eighth Director of Athletics at Charlotte.
“Kevin has helped lead a standout athletics program at Clemson and brings the vision, energy and leadership necessary to elevate Charlotte 49er Athletics,” said Gaber. “He understands what it takes to compete and succeed in today’s environment and has a proven ability to strengthen programs, build meaningful partnerships and position athletics departments for sustained growth. We are confident he is the right leader to help Charlotte reach the next level.”
