David Cucliffe Who Is The Head Coach Of Duke Shares His Thoughts On Atlantic Coast Conference Commissioner John Swofford Who Will Retire Following The 2020-2021 Athletic Year

There are comes a time when it’s time to step away.

For Atlantic Coast Conference commissioner John Swofford that will come after the 2020-21 Athletic Year.

 John Swofford, is the longest-tenured commissioner in the 67-year history of the Atlantic Coast Conference, announced today that the 2020-21 athletic year will be the last of his 24 years of service. Swofford will continue in the Commissioner's chair until his successor is installed and will assist with the transition as needed. As the fourth commissioner of the ACC, Swofford guided the league to unprecedented stability, success and growth, expanding from nine to 15 members beginning with Miami and Virginia Tech in 2004, quickly followed by Boston College and later joined by Pitt, Syracuse, Notre Dame and Louisville.

Duke Head Coach David Cutcliffe had this to say about John Swofford .

"First off, congratulations to both John and Nora on the retirement announcement.  For over 20 years, John has guided the ACC through remarkable transformations with the utmost integrity and respect.  His pursuit of excellence for the league's entire membership has been inspirational, and we thank him for his leadership and service."   “according to https://goduke.com/news/2020/6/25/athletics-acc-commissioner-john-swofford-announces-plans-for-retirement.aspx