Two decades ago, while excelling in track and field at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, Jamie Pollard learned a valuable lesson.
“I was in individual sports, swimming and running, so I never had to say I didn’t score because somebody didn’t pass me the ball,” said Pollard. “What you put into it is what you get out of it and I think that’s rubbed off on how I work professionally.”
Iowa State University has been the beneficiary.
Since being named athletic director at Iowa State on Sept. 19, 2005, the 42-year-old Pollard has poured his heart and soul into Cyclone athletics. The results have been swift and efficient.