Gene Smith had been a successful athletic director at three schools. But his place in history was cemented by his 19-year tenure at Ohio State. ... “Sheila was the driver of that,” Gene said.

As Gene Smith reached his 60s, he and his wife, Sheila, would discuss when he should retire as Ohio State's athletic director. Every year, he remained enthused about the job and wasn't ready to ...

Smith said the thought lasted mere “seconds” and said his wife, Sheila, quickly talked him off that ledge. In the coming weeks, the Big Ten is expected to sign a media rights deal estimated to ...

Gene Smith brought a big smile and businessman approach to his job as Ohio State athletic director. ... (his wife, Sheila, already has a vacation to Colorado planned for 2024), ...

Gene Smith inked his goodbye to Ohio State fans after 19 years of serving as athletic director. ... (Smith’s wife) Sheila and I look forward to supporting our teams in the years ahead.

Gene Smith, Athletic Director at The Ohio State University, will retire in July 2024. ... Every summer, Smith talks with his wife Sheila about his future. This summer, ...

Many Ohio State coaches and athletic administrators have felt the impact of Gene Smith. After the Ohio State athletic director announced he would retire effective June 30, 2024, many coaches and ...

Gene Smith had been a successful athletic director at three schools. But his place in history was cemented by his 19-year tenure at Ohio State.

Gene Smith announced at a news conference Wednesday that his retirement will be effective June 30, 2024, ... Sheila. "I look forward to our next chapter," Smith said.

Gene Smith, who spent nearly two decades as the athletic director at Ohio State and has been regarded as one of the most influential administrators in college sports, will retire next year. Smith, 67, ...

Gene Smith, 67, Ohio State’s senior vice president and athletic director of 19 years, announced he will retire from the university effective June 30, 2024. “I just want to thank the leadership ...