Ashland University named Al King as its interim director of athletics. King replaces Bill Goldring, who announced his retirement earlier this week. King will assume the role of interim director of athletics on July 7.

King is completing his 21^st year at AU and is currently serving as assistant athletic director for media relations. 

“It’s an honor and a privilege,” said King, about moving into the interim director’s position. “I want to thank our administration for giving me this tremendous opportunity.

“It’s been an incredible experience to work with Bill Goldring for 16 years,” continued King. “I marvel at where he’s taken this athletic program. I hope to apply what he’s shown me and what I learned at my previous stop, IUP, and do the best job possible.”