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UNC Announces AD Transition Plan From Bubba Cunningham to RFK Racing President Steve Newmark in 2026

  • In summer 2026, UNC's Athletic Director Bubba Cunningham will step down to a senior advisory role, with RFK Racing President Steve Newmark hired as his successor in 2026.
  • North Carolina's contract extension for Bubba Cunningham, tied to a succession plan, prompted a leadership shift as the university adapts to revenue-sharing changes in college sports.
  • Additionally, Newmark, who led RFK Racing for 15 years with a focus on sponsorship success, starts August 15 and will prioritize revenue initiatives for UNC's football and basketball programs.
  • In summer 2026, Cunningham will advise Chancellor Lee Roberts and Newmark, who begins as athletic director in August 2025, fostering collaborative leadership.
  • UNC's planned leadership transition positions the university to adapt to evolving college sports, with nearly 200 new scholarships benefiting student-athletes and alumni.
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On3 broke the news in on Tuesday, July 1, 2025.
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