Since his ascension at OU, where he leaves as deputy AD for external engagement and advancement (fundraising), Selmon has been widely believed to be the ultimate. Zac Selmon, Dewey’s son, was raised in the oral tradition of the Selmon. He is the first Black AD in. He plays a key piece in stakeholder. . Being committed to a sport. BIRMINGHAM, Ala. Said Mississippi State athletic director Zac Selmon of Arnett's firing:. On Friday, Mississippi State introduced former Oklahoma staffer Zac Selmon as the new Bulldog director of athletics. He talked about athletes excelling in the. Eric Bailey. the Bulldogs have hired. Mississippi State held a press conference Friday morning announcing their choice for the new athletic director. In fact. "I have. Who is Saberspark? Age, Real Name, Face, Net Worth. Mississippi State is targeting OU deputy AD Zac Selmon as its next AD, sources tell @SINow . If the Bulldogs indeed hire Selmon as their new AD, he'll make history as the first Black AD in school history. Mississippi State University President Mark E. Liv Rachel. Mississippi State guard Shakeel Moore, left, is congratulated by the student section following the team's win over TCU in an NCAA college basketball game. Selmon played an. edu. "When Zac Selmon was hired after Coach Leach's passing, one of the attributes he reflected was the ability to effectively identify and recruit talent," Keenum said. More than two months after John Cohen left for Auburn, Mississippi State has found his replacement as athletics director. Mississippi State hires Zac Selmon as new director of athletics 12:30 PM CT Mississippi State has hired Zac Selmon as its new director of athletics, the school announced on Friday. Beamer is also close friends with MSU athletics director Zac Selmon. . Zac Selmon says he felt the program needed a "jolt of energy. Selmon worked at Oklahoma while Beamer was the Sooners offensive coordinator and the two talk every other week. Rachel Runsavage. "I have. Selmon is the school’s first AD hire with no ties to the school since Charlie Carr in the mid-1980s. "I have. Following Sunday’s news that Mississippi State had let go of first-year football coach Zach Arnett following the Bulldogs 4-6 start to the season, rumors swirled that Beamer could be on MSU’s. With the. Athletics director Zac Selmon said in a statement that he determined a change in leadership was needed for the football program to move forward and “position it for the highest level of success. It served as a reminder of the path Zac Selmon took, from a childhood engulfed in college athletics to the leader of an SEC school. Title. To reach and sustain the standard of excellence that is here at Oklahoma, it takes all of us. MSU PHOTO ID: Mississippi State University President Mark E. ) The solution here is simple. Zac Selmon, Director of Product at Brava, developed this recipe after debating with Brava chefs on whether Brava could make an omelette. MSU athletic director Zac Selmon said in a statement that he determined a change in leadership was needed for the football program to move forward and “position it for the highest level of success. Movies. Daily Lines. “When Zac Selmon was hired after Coach Leach’s passing, one of the attributes he reflected was the ability to effectively identify and recruit talent,” Keenum said. The Zac Selmon Grobe thinks so highly of is a 6-5, 250-pound senior tight end who will play his final home game Saturday against N. Schedule. Email. While divisions are going away, the SEC is adding a pair of teams in Texas and Oklahoma which claim 11. Those iconic Sooner defensive linemen played against Iowa State in the 1970s. Athletics director Zac Selmon said in a statement that he determined a change in leadership was needed for the football program to move forward and “position it for the highest level of success. The two overlapped while Selmon was working. Selmon's father, Dewey, and uncles Lee Roy and Lucious Selmon are among the most decorated players in OU football history. This story was originally published November 14, 2023, 1:43 PM. Who is Laurie Metcalf’s. I like having a job. Rylee Selmon, 8, laughs alongside her father Zac before his introduction as Mississippi State’s new athletic director Friday morning at the Bryan Athletic Administration Building in Starkville. Mississippi State struggled throughout the 2023 college football season, going 4-6 and 1-6 in SEC play before Arnett's firing on Monday. The two overlapped while Selmon was working. But for Zac Selmon, the new athletic director at Mississippi State, the year he spent away from Oklahoma was one of the most important in his development. Related stories from. For giving me this opportunity. Dewey Selmon, Norman. Danny P. YDS. selmon holds degrees from wake forest and university of oklahoma STARKVILLE, Miss. And still, it’s been a strange one. fan Michael Boyles. Greg Knox, Mississippi State assistant football coach. Roster Zac Selmon, despite playing football at Wake Forest, also was destined for success in Norman. SHARE. The Bulldogs posted a 4-6 record under Arnett during the 2023 season. It’s abnormal for a head coach to not even make it through his first year with a program, but Arnett’s situation was one of the more unique ones we’ve seen in college football. While the former University of Oklahoma All-American football hero was being interviewed recently, son Zac, as he likes to be called, was over, under, around and on top of his famous. Zac Selmon (born November 23, 1985) is the current athletic director for the Mississippi State University Bulldogs. Thank Director Mr. This coaching search is a ton of fun and also probably responsible for my brain melting. He was promoted from defensive coordinator last year after the death of former coach Mike Leach. [email protected] athletic director Zac Selmon said in a statement that he determined a change in leadership was needed for the football program to move forward and "position it for the highest level of success. "He's a young guy, but his morals and his fundamentals are old school. Selmon holds degrees from Wake Forest and. Zac Selmon. Selmon detailed what he's seeking in a new head coach during Monday's press conference, stating that "winning qualities" are a top priority. Zac Selmon, the new Mississippi State University Director of Athletics listens to a question from the media during the press conference introducing him to the MSU. ) Keenum said Zac Selmon “grew up with powerful examples of winning at the highest levels and doing so with a deep commitment to sportsmanship and scholarship. MSU named Zac Selmon its AD on Friday. MSU named Zac Selmon its AD on Friday. "We are grateful for Dr. Blessed to be around Coach (Barry) Switzer and his players. The Mississippi State coaching search appears to be winding down. Representing teams and leagues, agencies and. Keenum welcomed new MSU Athletics Director Zac Selmon, wife Rachel and daughters Rylee and Shayne to Lee Hall prior to. Stefan Krajisnik Mississippi Clarion Ledger 0:00 0:21 STARKVILLE — As new Mississippi State athletic director Zac Selmon was being introduced by university president Mark Keenum on Friday, his. Zach Arnett’s era in Mississippi State history has come to an end before his first season could. I spent three years there. ’”. I'd like to thank Coach Arnett, who gave me an opportunity to come back to what me and my family have always called our second home. Beamer is also close friends with MSU athletics director Zac Selmon. Damon told Shepard on an episode of Armchair Expert that Lucy used to. Zac Selmon. Keenum welcomed new MSU Athletics Director Zac Selmon, wife Rachel and daughters Rylee and Shayne to Lee Hall prior to the press conference naming Selmon as MSU’s 18th leader of the program. Less than a month after Arnett’s promotion, Zac Selmon was hired as athletic director. had two catches each against Connecticut, Liberty and NC State. Mississippi State football: Should Zac Selmon and the Bulldogs look for a new head coach to replace Zach Arnett? One of the biggest arguments in favor for hiring Arnett following Leach’s death was how he could keep an established sense of continuity with this program. Selmon, 37, grew upPresident Mark E. Selmon’s words assured he is a man with the. He was a consensus All. Arnett, who replaced former Head Coach Mike Leach after his death, is building. ” When everyone is committed, he said, good things happen. The Beamer family helped give their friends comfort when Selmon was interviewing for his role at Mississippi State last year. Zac Selmon previously worked as Oklahoma’s deputy AD for external. The prestigious accolade honors 40 individuals under 40 years of age whose work and accomplishments are driving sports business to new heights. STARKVILLE — Mississippi State first-year athletics director Zac Selmon made his first big move Monday in firing football coach Zach Arnett and said there was purpose with two games left. Email. Title. I really don't understand why Miss St. While divisions are going away, the SEC is adding a pair of teams in Texas and Oklahoma which claim 11. Selmon was previously deputy athletics director for external engagement and advancement at. Zach Selmon with his father Dewey, wife Rachel and daughters Shayne and Rylee following the Selmon Brothers status unveiling in Norman in Sept. The two overlapped while Selmon was working. Jeremy Miller. Mississippi State announced a change in football leadership on Monday. 13] announced Zac Selmon — the scion of a legendary college football family and a rising star in athletics administration — as MSU's new Director of Athletics. Not to mention that Zac [Selmon] their athletic director is one of my best friends in the entire world. Although a 4-6 record this season proved enough for athletic director Zac Selmon to fire Arnett on Monday, it shouldn’t be the only thing that defines Arnett’s legacy in Starkville. Selmon went to graduate school at OU and worked with the Sooner Club. Greg Byrne at Alabama didn't play shite. Zac Selmon, Norman high school football player. — Winning and winning the right way is in Zac Selmon's DNA. Skip to NavigationNov 13, 2023. Both Zach Arnett, Jimbo Fisher fired after Mississippi State's 51-10 loss to Texas A&M. Selmon made the decision to fire Arnett during the season,. Analyst Greg Knox will. Zac Selmon will fill the position. Beamer is also close friends with MSU athletics director Zac Selmon. U. STARKVILLE — New Mississippi State athletic director Zac Selmon is taking over a department that found financial success in the previous fiscal year (July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2022. We are thrilled to welcome Chris, his wife Meagan and their. Dewey Selmon is an former American football defensive end for the Buccaneers for 5 seasons (1976-81) and Lee Roy's elder brother and a team-mate for the first five seasons in franchise history. Zac has 5 jobs listed on their profile. Keenum welcomed new MSU Athletics Director Zac Selmon, wife Rachel and daughters Rylee and Shayne to Lee Hall prior to the press conference. . Zac Selmon's daily talks with Joe Castiglione are no more, but the Mississippi State athletic director says he'll 'always be connected' to OU. A powerful and rare idea in a world that’s driven by ego and reputation, but to Zac Selmon, it’s a way of life. " It was on display at Selmon's introductory press conference. 13] announced Zac Selmon — the scion of a legendary college football family and a rising star in athletics administration — as MSU’s new Director of Athletics. He is the first African American AD in the school’s history. played in all 14 games and started 13 at tight end. Arnett was in the midst of his first full season in. 13, 2023. Email. Mississippi State athletic director Zac Selmon announced Monday morning that Zach Arnett has been "relieved of his duties" as head football coach effective immediately. Selmon, 37, checked the boxes for a university president ready to take a big swing in hopes of pinning Mississippi State against the massive brands with which it competes. ) Keenum said Zac Selmon “grew up with powerful examples of winning at the highest levels and doing so with a deep commitment to sportsmanship and scholarship. “I think it’s a respect,” said OU associate athletic director Zac Selmon, son of former Sooner all-American Dewey Selmon, who missed the game by a year, having played at OU from 1972-75. Not to mention that Zac [Selmon] their athletic director is one of my best friends in the entire world. edu. To maintain trust from new AD Zac Selmon, exceeding preseason expectations could prove paramount. I spent three years there. Athletics director Zac Selmon said in a statement that he determined a change in leadership was needed for the football program to move forward and “position it for the highest level of success. I’ve got a wife and two kids, so I got to have a job. MSU named Zac Selmon its AD on Friday. And we will have fun’ Zac Selmon introduced as Bulldog AD. Winning and winning the right. Keenum today [Jan. The appointment follows a national search. Selmon mentioned his old teammate, Jimbo Elrod, and how different they were. Zac Selmon's family is iconic at Oklahoma. Beamer is also close friends with MSU athletics director Zac Selmon. Keenum announced Zac Selmon — the scion of a legendary college football family and a rising star in athletics administration — as MSU's new Director of Athletics. “I understand the connection,” Beamer said. Keenum welcomed new MSU Athletics Director Zac Selmon, wife Rachel and daughters Rylee and Shayne to Lee Hall prior to the press conference naming Selmon as MSU’s 18th leader of the program. 1. She is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma. A couple of hours after announcing the dismissal of head coach Zach Arnett, Selmon met with the media to share his thoughts on Arnett along. She met Zac Brown sometime in 2005. D. ”Posted on 4 hrs, , User Since 4 months ago, User Post Count: 1397. Selmon holds degrees from Wake Forest and University of Oklahoma. This story was originally published November 14, 2023, 1:43 PM. 0. It takes a lot of guts to attempt to block Dewey Selmon. As we set our sights on 2023, our goal is to reach 17,000 total Sooner Club members and record $125 million in gifts and pledges. The Selmon name is synonymous with Oklahoma athletics. Athletics director Zac Selmon said in a statement that he determined a change in leadership was needed for the football program to move forward and “position it for the highest level of success. Beamer's wife, Emily, is a native of Starkville whose family still lives there. His childhood friend, Zac Taylor, is the Bengals coach. 13, 2023. Selmon started four years at tight end for Wake Forest. "We thought at this point of the season, we needed just a jolt. Georgia Southern AD Jared Benko, who previously worked at MSU, was another top candidate according to a source. C. 6. Less than a month after Arnett’s promotion, Zac Selmon was hired as athletic director. Brian lives in Starkville with his wife Jennifer, and their two daughters Aislinn and Emily. " Also mentioned the needs in recruiting and trusts Greg Knox to do a good job on that front until someone is hired. Mississippi State football put on a thriller as it came back from a 3-10 deficit at halftime to defeat Illinois, 19-10, in Mike Leach's swan song game at the 2023 Reliaquest Bowl in Tampa, Florida. Selmon is OU’s Deputy AD for External Engagement and Advancement. Selmon moved from defensive end/tackle to linebacker and started there during the 1979 NFC Championship Game against the Rams, he was also named the. • Lucious, II, was All-America in 1973, and Dewey and Lee Roy were All-Americans in 1974 and '75. Steve Robertson Nov 13th, 5:30 PM. Beamer is also close friends with MSU athletics director Zac Selmon. Beasley says Mississippi State has hit a grand slam in the hiring of Selmon, who, at age 37, becomes Mississippi State’s first Black. Danny P. 31. Zac Selmon, the new Mississippi State University Director of Athletics listens to a question from the media during the press conference introducing him to the MSU community Friday, Jan. He is the first Black AD in school history. Money raised will build schools. I spent three years there. had three multiple reception games to tie a season-high. Keenum today [Jan. Joining the Bulldog family along with Selmon is his wife, Rachel, and two daughters, Shayne and Rylee. had two catches each against Connecticut, Liberty and NC State. Aug 2017 - Aug 20214 years 1 month. STARKVILLE — Mississippi State first-year athletics director Zac Selmon made his first big move Monday in firing football coach Zach Arnett and said. STARKVILLE – Mississippi State Director of Athletics Zac Selmon has been selected to Sports Business Journal's Forty Under 40 Class of 2023. Jan 13, 2023 12:49 PM EST In this story: Oklahoma Sooners Mississippi State Bulldogs As expected, Zac Selmon is on the move. 13] prior to the press conference naming Selmon as the university’s 18th director of athletics. Selmon’s words assured he is a man with the. Following a national search, Mississippi State University President Mark Keenum names Zac Selmon MSU Director of Athletics. USA TODAY NETWORK. He replaces John Cohen who was hired as Auburn's athletic director. Beamer's wife, Emily, is a native of Starkville whose family still lives there. Mississippi State University President Mark E. "In seeking a new Director of Athletics, we talked with some of. (WJTV) – On Friday, Mississippi State University (MSU) President Mark E. His father, Dewey, and uncles, Lucious and Lee Roy, were standout football. . MOVING ON:Why Zac Selmon fired Mississippi State football's Zach Arnett before season ended. S. I like having a job. Zac Selmon says he felt the program needed a "jolt of energy. Join Facebook to connect with Rachel Selmon and others you may know. STARKVILLE — When Zac Selmon was introduced in January as Mississippi State’s athletic director, the talking points were vast. Apr 14, 2023. Lucious Sr. Photo Date: Nov. Jan 13, 2023 Updated Mar 3, 2023. University of Oklahoma. Then he'd make a showing with a photo or two outside of area high schools before high-tailing it to some Mississippi State booster's house to meet discreetly with Zac Selmon, and then, say he'll. If the Bulldogs indeed hire Selmon as their new AD, he'll make history as the first Black AD in school history. Since his ascension at OU, where he leaves as deputy AD for external engagement and advancement (fundraising), Selmon has been widely believed to be the ultimate successor to Castiglione, who is 65 and nears his 25-year OU anniversary. Zac Selmon. Mississippi State president Mark Keenum said new AD Zac Selmon has the "wow factor. Keenum. "Would athletics director Zac. A. Keenum announced Zac Selmon — the scion of a legendary college football family and a rising star in athletics administration — as MSU's new Director of Athletics. Selmon also comes from a decorated background of rich football history. This story was originally published November 14, 2023, 1:43 PM. He is the first Black AD in school history. Selmon's father, Dewey, and uncles Lee Roy and Lucious Selmon are among the most decorated players in OU football history. It quickly became the most popular Custom Cook, so we decided to turn it into an official Brava recipe! Get creative with the fillings - you can use just about any cheese, vegetable and/or meat. ) Keenum said Zac Selmon “grew up with powerful examples of winning at the highest levels and doing so with a deep commitment to sportsmanship and scholarship. " It was on display at Selmon's introductory press conference. SHARE NOW. At his introductory press conference Friday, he explained why he left to be Mississippi State's next AD. Mississippi State has hired former Oklahoma deputy AD Zac Selmon as its new athletics director. The appointment follows a national s…View Zac Selmon’s professional profile on LinkedIn. New Mississippi State athletic director Zac Selmon, left, poses with MSU President Mark Keenum. Senior Associate Athletic Director - Administration & Development. Standings. Arnett's buyout. Mississippi State’s redirect under Zach Arnett plus Zac Selmon. Beamer's wife, Emily, is a native of Starkville whose family still lives there. 13] announced Zac Selmon — the scion of a legendary college football family and a rising star inMOVING ON: Why Zac Selmon fired Mississippi State football's Zach Arnett before season ended. After his football playing career at Wake Forest, where he was a four-year starter, was done and Selmon had graduated, he went to work in the Sooners’ athletic department. Keenum thanked Interim Athletics Director Bracky Brett for his service: “The continued success MSU has enjoyed during the search. New Head Football Coach Zac Arnett has named Kevin Barbay as the team’s Offensive Coordinator and Quarterbacks Coach. John Cohen. Keenum welcomed new MSU Athletics Director Zac Selmon, wife Rachel and daughters Rylee and Shayne to Lee Hall prior to the press conference naming Selmon as MSU’s 18th leader of the program. I spent three years there. STARKVILLE — When Zac Selmon was introduced in January as Mississippi State’s athletic director, the talking points were vast. After spending the past eight years at Oklahoma, including the past year as deputy athletic director, Selmon accepted the head athletics director job for the Bulldogs this past week. The 2023 season ticket renewal deadline is done and with positive results. Knox won't serve as the head coach next season though, as athletic director Zac Selmon and his team are actively looking to appoint someone else. Mississippi State president Mark Keenum said new AD Zac Selmon has the "wow factor. 13] prior to the press conference naming Selmon as the university’s 18th director of athletics. As expected, Zac Selmon is on the move. "Wife is from Starkville, [and a] Mississippi State grad. But the Selmon way helps even more. Related stories from. "This will also allow our tremendous. Zac Selmon is a son of Dewey Selmon and nephew Lucius and Lee Roy Selmon (the famous football Selmon brothers of Eufaula, Oklahoma. Keenum welcomed new MSU Athletics Director Zac Selmon, along with his wife Rachel and daughters Rylee and Shayne, to Lee Hall prior to the press conference naming Selmon as MSU’s 18th leader of the program. Lee Roy gave Zac all his industry knowledge in athletics administration. "When Zac Selmon was hired after Coach Leach's passing, one of the attributes he reflected was the ability to effectively identify and recruit talent," school president Mark Keenum said. The Bulldogs have been on the hunt to find a replacement for former head man Zach Arnett. Keenum today [Jan. The trio was. Mississippi State University President Mark E. ★ 99¢ for 30 days • Subscribe. Before Damon and Lucy came together, however, he wasn’t his wife’s number one choice. He is the first Black AD in school history. He worked as deputy athletic director for longtime AD Joe Castiglione, and to many appeared to be the. That much was obvious Friday as the now-former University of Oklahoma deputy athletics director stood in front of the Maroon and White family for the first time. 1:20. November 13, 2023 · 2 min read. MSU named Zac Selmon its AD on Friday. Mississippi State University Mark E. . Selmon and his wife Rachel have two daughters, Shayne and Rylee. “After an extensive review of those outstanding candidates, I am convinced that in Zac Selmon. Compliance director Bracky Brett has been the Bulldogs. Mississippi State Athletics contributed to this report. made 11 catches for 134 yards on the season. November 13, 2023. President Mark E. Zac Selmon talked to his uncle just last weekend about the Game of the Century. One name that could come up in that conversation could be Shane Beamer considering his connections to MSU — from his wife, to his time there as an assistant, to the athletic director, Zac Selmon. To reach and sustain the standard of excellence that is here at Oklahoma, it takes all of us. STARKVILLE — In the eyes of first-year athletics director Zac Selmon, the best way for Mississippi State baseball to return to fulfilling expectations is by retaining the coach who brought the. Keenum today [Jan. Keenum remarked about how Zac Selmon “grew up with powerful examples of winning. . Mississippi State University President Mark E. Mississippi State University President Mark E. “In seeking […]Selmon's father, Dewey, and uncles Lee Roy and Lucious, were defenders for OU in the 1970s, where each were named All-Americans. Selmon referred to his wife Rachel as the “rock” of their family. The appointment follows a national search. ”. MSU PHOTO ID: Mississippi State University President Mark E. " Also mentioned the needs in recruiting and trusts Greg Knox to do a good job on that front until someone is hired. Selmon has been working in Oklahoma's athletics department since 2015, and played a “key piece in stakeholder relations -- helping fundraise through the. Related stories from. Selmon was hired as AD in January. MSU athletic director Zac Selmon said in a statement that he determined a change in leadership was needed for the football program to move forward and "position it for the highest level of success. Beamer is also close friends with MSU athletics director Zac Selmon. Mississippi State University President Mark E. Rachel Selmon is on Facebook. . Friday the 13th is now Zac Selmon’s lucky day. I met my wife there. 1. By John Shinn; Jul 9, 2015. Zac Selmon Net Worth 2023, Age, Height, Relationships, Married, Dating, Family, Wiki Biography. . She has worked closely with Zac Selmon, the newly named athletic director at State, for the last eight months at Oklahoma. Selmon was previously deputy athletics director for external engagement and advancement at the University of Oklahoma. Selmon was previously deputy athletics director for external engagement and advancement at the University of Oklahoma. and be the first to shop new arrivals and exclusive promotions. Mississippi State University President Mark E. Beamer worked at Mississippi State from 2004-06 as cornerbacks coach, running backs coach and recruiting coordinator before his first stint. "I have. Selmon would replace John Cohen, Mississippi State’s most recent permanent AD, who left for the same position at Auburn on Oct. The prestigious accolade honors 40 individuals under 40 years of age whose work and accomplishments are driving sports business to new heights. outside of area high schools before high-tailing it to some Mississippi State booster's house to meet discreetly with Zac Selmon,. Zac Selmon. STARKVILLE — Mississippi State first-year athletics director Zac Selmon made his first big move Monday in firing football coach Zach Arnett and said there was purpose with two games. MSU senior offensive analyst Greg Knox, who has 35 years of coaching. Parrish Alford. Dewey and Kathryn Selmon raised an amazing family, of which Zac is the baby and the only boy. msstate. Not to mention that Zac [Selmon] their athletic director is one of my best friends in the entire world. MSU FOOTBALL:How Zach Arnett is faring as new face of Mississippi State football on Road Dawgs TourAlso giving some credence to the rumors: Beamer said Tuesday that Mississippi State athletic director Zac Selmon — who was hired at MSU back in January — is “one of my best friends in the. They grew up together in Norman, played football together at Norman High, even went to Wake Forest to play football together in college. Title. Aug 2017 - Aug 20214 years 1 month. MSU athletic director Zac Selmon said in a statement that he determined a change in leadership was needed for the football program to move forward and “position it for the highest level of. Mississippi State University President Mark E. Selmon made the decision to fire Arnett during the season, with home games against Southern Miss and Ole Miss left on the schedule. The two overlapped while Selmon was working. Arnett was in the midst of his first full season in Starkville. Senior Associate Athletic Director - Administration & Development. Selmon holds degrees from Wake Forest and University of Oklahoma. By Benjy P. That came before he finished his first full season as the head coach of the Bulldogs. Beamer coached for Mississippi State under Sylvester Croom and met his wife in Starkville. Mississippi State University President Mark E. SHARE NOW. "When Zac Selmon was hired after Coach Leach's passing, one of the attributes he reflected was the ability to effectively identify and recruit talent," school president Mark Keenum said. Not to mention that Zac [Selmon] their athletic director is one of my best friends in the entire world. Mississippi State has hired former Oklahoma assistant athletic director Zac Selmon as its athletic director Mississippi St hires Oklahoma's Selmon as athletic director - The San Diego Union-TribuneFamily Trophy Graces Dewey Selmon's Mantel. Selmon made the decision to fire Arnett during the season, with home games against Southern Miss and Ole Miss left on the schedule. "I have. Mississippi State also announced another key hire this week. Related stories from. Zac Selmon, 31, grew up on OU football, graduated from Norman High School in 2003, went to Wake Forest and started 13 games on the Deacons' 2006 Orange Bowl team, then entered college administration. Selmon holds degrees from Wake Forest and University of Oklahoma. Director of Athletics. But on Monday, Selmon officially began his first coaching search within one of the Bulldogs’ major sports on campus. Then he'd make a showing with a photo or two outside of area high schools before high-tailing it to some Mississippi State booster's house to meet discreetly with Zac Selmon, and then, say he'll. Zac Selmon. The meeting gave the up-and.