Chris Del Conte: University of Texas Athletics Director

Chris Del Conte, Athletic Director for the University of Texas, chats about his beginnings working in college athletics at the lowest level, as well as why he emphasizes service for UT employees and athletes.

On Episode 106 of #ThePlaybook, Chris Del Conte, Athletic Director at the University of Texas, chats about:

• The sacrifices he made early in his career in order to get where he is today [1:42]
• The three characteristics he always looks for when hiring or choosing mentees [6:22]
• Why the University of Texas wants student athletes to discover who they are outside of sports [8:52]
• The importance of blocking out the “noise” from others while you pursue your potential [16:44]