ABILENE, Texas – McMurry announced Larry Dockery, Director of Athletic Operations, has been named interim Director of Athletics effective immediately. In addition to serving as Interim AD, Dockery will be promoted to Senior Associate Athletic Director.

Dockery, who has served McMurry athletics for nine years, will serve in the interim AD role until the formal search is completed. The University announced it will open its search for the athletic director position following the fall sports season.
 
"Larry has continued to grow in his administrative role with McMurry, and we are pleased that he has accepted the interim role," said McMurry University President Dr. Sandra S. Harper. "His commitment to the scholar-athletes is well known, and he will continue to work to enhance the scholar-athlete experience. I know that our athletes respect Coach Dockery and his commitment to advancing War Hawk athletics."
 
"All glory to God. Accepting this position is such a great honor for my family," Dockery said. "I look forward to leading, representing, and supporting McMurry's outstanding coaching staff as we work to guide scholar-athletes to success both in the classroom and on the field."
 
In his current role, Dockery oversees game day operations. Before moving into the operational position, he served as a wide receivers coach for McMurry. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership and a Master of Science in Sports Administration from Southern Nazarene University.
 
Story Courtesy of McMurry Sports Information