WELCOME TO THE ZAG FAMILY
As we look to welcome you to the Gonzaga family, we want to provide parents and families with the information and resources that will help support your student-athlete throughout their Gonzaga experience.
Athletic Director
Here’s a short welcome from Gonzaga Athletics Director Chris Standiford.Â
Sport Supervisors
The Sport Supervisor team provides leadership, oversight, and support for Gonzaga Athletics programs.
Chris Standiford
Athletic Director
athleticdirector@gonzaga.edu | 509-313-4202
- Baseball
- Men’s Basketball
- Women’s Basketball
Shannon Strahl
Deputy Athletic Director and Chief Operating Officer
Senior Woman Administrator
strahl@gonzaga.edu | 509-313-5700
- Men’s Cross Country/Track
- Women’s Cross Country/Track
- Men’s Golf
- Women’s Golf
- Women’s Soccer
- Men’s Tennis
- Women’s Tennis
- Volleyball
Devon Thomas
Senior Associate Athletic Director/External Operations
Athletics Diversity and Inclusion Designee
thomasd@gonzaga.edu | 509-313-4107
- Men’s Rowing
- Women’s Rowing
Rian Oliver
Senior Associate Athletic Director/Compliance & Student Services
oliver@gonzaga.edu | 509-313-4281
- Men’s Soccer
Zags360
Learn more about Zags360 from program director, Fr. Tim Breen, SJ. Zags360 is Gonzaga's unique approach to student-athlete well-being and flourishing, caring for them in the present and preparing them for the future.
Athletic Training
The Athletic Training team supports the health, safety, and well-being of Gonzaga student-athletes through comprehensive medical care, injury prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and health education.Â
Our team works closely with Gonzaga’s team physicians and other medical professionals to provide individualized care and help student-athletes safely return to competition.Â
Below are the primary contacts for Athletic Training and Student-Athlete Health & Wellness.Â
Madison OmdalÂ
Head Athletic Trainer
omdal@gonzaga.edu | 509-313-5529Â
- Women’s SoccerÂ
Bill Drake
Associate Athletic Director/Student-Athlete Health and Wellness
drakeb@gonzaga.edu | 509-313-4267Â
Josh Therrien
Assistant Athletic Director/Health and Performance
therrien@gonzaga.edu | 509-313-5786Â
- Men’s Basketball
- Women's Golf
- Cheer
Eric Gunning
Assistant Athletic Trainer
gunning@gonzaga.edu | 509-313-5785Â
- BaseballÂ
- Men’s RowingÂ
Molly Mattson
Assistant Athletic Trainer/Strength & Conditioning Coach
mattson@gonzaga.eduÂ
- Men’s Cross CountryÂ
- Women’s Cross CountryÂ
- Men’s Track & Field
- Women’s Track & Field
Maira Viveros
Assistant Athletic Trainer
viveros@gonzaga.edu | 509-313-5591
- Women’s Basketball
- Men's Tennis
Tiger WongÂ
Assistant Athletic Trainer
wongh@gonzaga.edu | 509-313-4075Â
- VolleyballÂ
- Women’s RowingÂ
Alex WigingtonÂ
Assistant Athletic Trainer
wigington@gonzaga.eduÂ
- Men's Golf
- Men's Soccer
- Women's Tennis
Trisha Nash
Director of Student-Athlete Mental Health Services
nasht@gonzaga.edu | 509-313-4030Â
Compliance
The Compliance Office helps student-athletes understand and navigate NCAA rules and regulations throughout their Gonzaga career.Â
Compliance
- NCAA Rules
- Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)
- Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact
Scott Garrison
Assistant AD for Compliance & Life Skills Development
garrison@gonzaga.edu | 509-313-4043
Academic Services
Our Academic Services team provides support in the following areas:
- Degree Planning & Course Scheduling
- Communication with Faculty
- NCAA Eligibility Benchmarks
- Missed Class & Travel
- Peer Tutorial Program
- Priority Registration
Below are the primary contacts for each team.
Steffany Galbraith
Assistant Athletic Director/Academic Services
galbraith@gonzaga.edu | 509-313-3942
- Baseball
- Women’s Rowing
- Men’s Soccer
- Volleyball
Charlie Watkins
Academic Coordinator
watkinsc2@gonzaga.edu | 509-313-3674
- Women’s Basketball
- Men’s Cross Country/Track
- Women’s Golf
- Men’s Rowing
- Women’s Soccer
- Men’s Tennis
Colette Yamaoka
Academic Coordinator
yamaoka@gonzaga.edu | 509-313-4229
- Men’s Basketball
- Women’s Cross Country/Track
- Men’s Golf
- Women’s Tennis
Life Skills Development
Gonzaga’s Life Skills program supports student-athletes in developing the skills and experiences they need to thrive academically, personally, professionally, and within the community.Â
Our Life Skills program focuses on five key pillars:
- Career Development
- Community Building
- Community Outreach
- Leadership Development
- Personal Development
Contact
Scott Garrison
Assistant AD for Compliance & Life Skills Development
garrison@gonzaga.edu | 509-313-4043
Jillian Hall
Director of Life Skills Development
hallj2@gonzaga.edu | 509-313-4282
