Rogers Expands Team with New Support Staff Hiring
Jimmy Rogers, the head coach of Iowa State, has unveiled his support staff for the upcoming season. All hirings are pending background checks. This marks an important step as he prepares for his first season with the team.
Key Support Staff Announced
At a press conference following his appointment, Rogers introduced Jon Shaeffer as his chief of staff. Shaeffer, who has worked alongside Rogers for 13 years, will handle off-field responsibilities like scheduling and travel logistics.
Rogers also revealed that Ricky Ciccone would fill the role of general manager. Ciccone previously helped construct a strong roster at Washington State, contributing to a 7-6 season, including a victory at the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl.
Expanded Team Roster
In addition to these key roles, Rogers announced ten more individuals who will join the support team, focusing on roster building and logistics. The list includes:
- Tony Calcutta – Director of Recruiting
- Ricky Ciccone – General Manager
- Leon Douglas – Director of Player Development
- Kris Kracht – Head of Player Performance & Culture
- Andy Lucas – Director of Recruiting Communications
- Nick Meltz – Recruiting Operations Assistant
- Alex Self – Director of Player Personnel
- Jon Shaeffer – Chief of Staff
- Nicole Vuncanon – Director of On-Campus Recruiting
- Bailey Wright – Director of Creative
Several support staff members have been retained and can be found on the team’s roster. This expansion aims to strengthen Iowa State’s football program under Rogers’ leadership.
Conclusion
With these new appointments, Coach Jimmy Rogers is poised to enhance the operational framework of the team, ensuring a solid strategy for the upcoming season.
