Iowa State Cyclones - Overview

Overview

Iowa State's Athletic Director, Jamie Pollard (2005–present), has dramatically changed the direction of the athletic program. Since his arrival, Pollard has replaced two head coaches in football and wrestling, and has also replaced coaches in men's basketball, gymnastics, soccer, cross country/track and field, women's golf, tennis, and softball. He has dramatically increased the athletic budget and has improved player academics. Additionally, he has initiated major renovations to Hilton Coliseum and Jack Trice Stadium, and constructed a basketball practice facility.

Until recently, Pollard did have critics that pointed to poor team performances in men's basketball and football. With Pollard's hires of Paul Rhoads in football and Fred Hoiberg in men's basketball, these concerns have diminished as Iowa State is enjoying increased success on both the football field and basketball floor. Pollard's supporters point out the improved facilities, the better patron interaction, and that the increased ticket prices are only average compared to other Big 12 schools.

The NACDA Director's Cup is an award given annually by the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics to the colleges and universities with the most success in collegiate athletics. Points for the NACDA Director's Cup are based on order of finish in various NCAA sponsored championships or based on various polls. The following is Iowa State's finish in the Director's Cup since 1993:

^indicates a current standing
Red indicates ranking down from previous year
Green indicates ranking up from previous year