Oregon State AD Scott Barnes Announces Retirement: What’s Next for the Beavers?
After nearly a decade steering the ship as Oregon State’s athletic director, Scott Barnes is setting down his clipboard and stepping away on August 31. It’s a bittersweet moment, no doubt — Barnes has been at the heart of the Beavers’ athletics since 2017, navigating a whirlwind period that saw Pac-12’s seismic shakeup and the dawn of a revamped conference landscape. But here’s the kicker: even after retirement, he’s not disappearing into the sunset. Nope, Barnes will keep an ear to the ground, lending his seasoned insights in an advisory role through 2027. It’s a move that underscores his deep-rooted commitment to OSU’s future, especially with new coaching hires and a massive overhaul of Reser Stadium under his belt. Change is never easy, but Barnes’ legacy is anything but ordinary — a tale of leadership through chaos and triumph alike. LEARN MORE.

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