Lakota West has appointed alum Austin Rhoads as its new athletic director, effective August 1, subject to board approval on April 27. He succeeds Scott Kaufman, who is joining the Ohio High School Athletic Association. Rhoads has a strong background in athletic leadership from his recent role at Springboro High School, where he focused on program development and community engagement. A notable multi-sport athlete himself, Rhoads is committed to enhancing the Firebird athletics tradition.

By the Numbers
  • Rhoads has served as athletic director at Springboro High School since 2016.
  • He was inducted into the Lakota Athletic Hall of Fame in 2007.
State of Play
  • The transition is part of a strategic reshuffle following Kaufman's departure.
  • Rhoads aims to leverage his experience to strengthen the existing athletic programs.
What's Next

Anticipation builds as Rhoads prepares to implement new initiatives and bolster community relations, likely enhancing student-athlete development and school spirit starting August.

Bottom Line

Rhoads鈥� return is set to invigorate the Lakota West athletic program, drawing on his extensive experience and local roots to foster a winning culture and community involvement.