We finally have an answer on who's going to lead us,” says M. Zac Selmon (born November 23, 1985) is the current athletic director for the Mississippi State University Bulldogs. Georgia Southern AD Jared Benko, who previously worked at MSU, was another top candidate according to a source. . 13] announced Zac Selmon — the scion of a legendary college football family and a rising star in athletics administration — as MSU’s new Director of Athletics. Zac Selmon serves as Deputy Athletics Director / External Engagement and Advancement. "Would athletics director Zac. Selmon's father, Dewey, and uncles Lee Roy and Lucious Selmon are among the most decorated players in OU football history. "When Zac Selmon was hired after coach Leach's passing, one of the attributes he reflected was the ability to effectively identify and recruit talent," Keenum said. 14. Steve Robertson Nov 13th, 5:30 PM. I spent three years there. With the. But the Selmon way helps even more. . Education: Wake Forest University, B. Jan 13, 2023 Updated Mar 3, 2023. STARKVILLE, Mississippi (KBTX) - Mississippi State Director of Athletics Zac Selmon announced Monday morning that they are firing head football coach Zach Arnett. "Zach took on an unprecedented and challenging situation last December. Beamer is also close friends with MSU athletics director Zac Selmon. D. MSU named Zac Selmon its AD on Friday. ) Keenum said Zac Selmon “grew up with powerful examples of winning at the highest levels and doing so with a deep commitment to sportsmanship and scholarship. Selmon and his wife Rachel have two daughters, Shayne and Rylee. MSU PHOTO ID: Mississippi State University President Mark E. Rittenberg pointed out that Beamer, who was an assistant coach at Mississippi State from 2004 to 2006, has connections to Bulldogs athletic director Zac Selmon. The appointment follows a national s…View Zac Selmon’s professional profile on LinkedIn. Zac Selmon, Dewey’s son, works as a deputy athletic director at OU. played in all 14 games and started 13 at tight end. Zac Selmon previously worked as Oklahoma’s deputy AD for external. MSU named Zac Selmon its AD on Friday. He overlooked various departments including tickets sales and strategic communications. He worked as deputy athletic director for longtime AD Joe Castiglione, and to many appeared to be the. Rachel Abreu. Mississippi State is targeting OU deputy AD Zac Selmon as its next AD, sources tell @SINow . Keenum welcomed new MSU Athletics Director Zac Selmon, wife Rachel and daughters Rylee and Shayne to Lee Hall prior to the press conference naming Selmon as MSU’s 18th leader of the program. (WTOK) - According to a post on X (formally known as Twitter), Mississippi State has removed its head football coach, Zach Arnett. Then he'd make a showing with a photo or two outside of area high schools before high-tailing it to some Mississippi State booster's house to meet discreetly with Zac Selmon, and then, say he'll. For Zac Selmon, a crucial decision carries heavy weight for Mississippi State football. Selmon praised Arnett for stepping into the leadership role in a trying time for the program. , intercollegiate athletics, administration emphasis Family: Spouse, Rachel; children, Shayne (12) and Rylee “Meatball” (8) Best “backyard BBQ” job. Athletics director Zac Selmon said in a statement that he determined a change in leadership was needed for the football program to move forward and “position it for the highest level of success. Selmon, 37, is a son and nephew of the famed Selmon Brothers — Oklahoma’s Lucious, Lee Roy and Dewey Selmon. 0:03. "When Zac Selmon was hired after Coach Leach's passing, one of the attributes he reflected was the ability to effectively identify and recruit talent," school president Mark Keenum said. Selmon, 37, checked the boxes for a university president ready to take a big swing in hopes of pinning Mississippi State against the massive brands with which it. Liv Rachel. But on Monday, Selmon officially began his first coaching search within one of the Bulldogs’ major sports on campus. MSU athletic director Zac Selmon said in a statement that he determined a change in leadership was needed for the football program to move forward and “position it for the highest level of success. Beamer is also close friends with MSU athletics director Zac Selmon. Zac Selmon, Director of Product at Brava, developed this recipe after debating with Brava chefs on whether Brava could make an omelette. Beamer's wife, Emily, is a native of Starkville whose family still lives there. edu. "I have. Story Links STARKVILLE – Mississippi State Director of Athletics Zac Selmon made an addition to the department's leadership team Thursday when he announced Josh McCowan as the Bulldogs' Deputy Athletics Director for Athletics Advancement. and Mrs. Before Damon and Lucy came together, however, he wasn’t his wife’s number one choice. 13] announced Zac Selmon — the scion of a legendary college football family and a rising star inMOVING ON: Why Zac Selmon fired Mississippi State football's Zach Arnett before season ended. Rachel Starr. Selmon played an. ” Selmon added that he had the utmost respect for Arnett, 37, and appreciated his effort but the on-field results weren’t at the expected level. Keenum said Selmon will move effectively in the search process. More than two months after John Cohen left for Auburn, Mississippi State has found his replacement as athletics director. His childhood friend, Zac Taylor, is the Bengals coach. STARKVILLE — In the eyes of first-year athletics director Zac Selmon, the best way for Mississippi State baseball to return to fulfilling expectations is by retaining the coach who brought the. 2:00. Plus, one of his “best friends in the entire world” is Bulldogs athletic director Zac Selmon. Greg Byrne at Alabama didn't play shite. It takes a lot of guts to attempt to block Dewey Selmon. And we will have fun’ Zac Selmon introduced as Bulldog AD. I really don't understand why Miss St. The appointment follows a national search. He is the first African American AD in the school’s history. athleticdirector@athletics. Since his ascension at OU, where he leaves as deputy AD for external engagement and advancement (fundraising), Selmon has been widely believed to be the ultimate successor to Castiglione, who is 65. Related stories from. Although a 4-6 record this season proved enough for athletic director Zac Selmon to fire Arnett on Monday, it shouldn’t be the only thing that defines Arnett’s legacy in Starkville. Along with his celebrated family, Selmon has learned from and worked for two well-known and respected university athletics directors – OU's Joe Castiglione and North Carolina's Bubba Cunningham. All that garbage you see online from the wife of your best. “In seeking […]Selmon's father, Dewey, and uncles Lee Roy and Lucious, were defenders for OU in the 1970s, where each were named All-Americans. Mississippi State University President Mark E. STARKVILLE — The week of Mississippi State football's season opener against Southeastern Louisiana, athletic director Zac Selmon announced the Bulldog Initiative as MSU's official NIL collective. Selmon holds degrees from Wake Forest. [email protected], Ala. FROM THE TOP:What AD Zac Selmon said about Mississippi State baseball, extending basketball coaches. Mississippi State University President Mark E. Mississippi State University President Mark E. A powerful and rare idea in a world that’s driven by ego and reputation, but to Zac Selmon, it’s a way of life. STARKVILLE — Mississippi State first-year athletics director Zac Selmon made his first big move Monday in firing football coach Zach Arnett and said there was purpose with two games left in the. Keenum welcomed Zac Selmon, wife Rachel and daughters Rylee and Shayne to Lee Hall for a visit last Friday [Jan. Mississippi State University President Mark E. The Mississippi State athletic director, who is acclimating after being a fixture in Oklahoma’s athletic department for years, believes he’s had a smooth transition to his new job in the South. She has worked closely with Zac Selmon, the newly named athletic director at State, for the last eight months at Oklahoma. ” Selmon added that he has the utmost respect for Arnett and appreciated his effort but the on-field results weren’t at the expected level. Beamer coached for Mississippi State under Sylvester Croom and met his wife in Starkville. We need to hire Zac Selmon. Wife is from Starkville, [and a] Mississippi State grad. “Not only does Zac Selmon have the ‘it factor,’” Keenum said, “he has the ‘wow factor. Here are 10 names to keep an eye on: Jamey Chadwell: The first-year head coach at Liberty has yet to lose and at 10-0 this season has his team ranked in the AP Top 25. Keenum welcomed new MSU Athletics Director Zac Selmon, along with his wife Rachel and. This past fiscal year, 15,414 Sooner Club members donated a record $109 million. Selmon started four years at tight end for Wake Forest. After an extensive review of those outstanding candidates. The Bulldogs have been on the hunt to find a replacement for former head man Zach Arnett. Keenum today [Jan. He is the first Black AD in school history. The Bulldogs posted a 4-6 record under Arnett during the 2023 season. BIRMINGHAM, Ala. Dewey and Kathryn Selmon raised an amazing family, of which Zac is the baby and the only boy. Selmon, 37, checked the boxes for a university president ready to take a big swing in hopes of pinning Mississippi State against the massive brands with which it competes. 13] prior to the press conference naming Selmon as the university’s 18th director of athletics. Mississippi State named Zac Selmon its new AD on Friday, and he becomes the “first Black AD in school history,” according to Stefan Krajisnik of the MISSISSIPPI CLARION-LEDGER. "I have. Mississippi State University President Mark E. Mississippi State AD Zac Selmon praises Zach Arnett's 'stabilization' after Mike Leach death. Joining the Bulldog Family along with Selmon is his wife, Rachel, and two daughters, Shayne and Rylee. Director of Athletics. New Mississippi State University Director of Athletics, Zac Selmon, right holds hands with his family including from left, daughter Shayne, wife Rachel, and youngest daughter Rylee during the. 2 days ago · Maybe Selmon likes eating midnight snacks. Lucious Sr. Mississippi State University President Mark E. Keenum announced Zac Selmon — the scion of a legendary college football family and a rising star in athletics administration — as MSU's new Director of Athletics. Selmon and his wife Rachel have two daughters, Shayne and Rylee. Standings. By John Shinn; Jul 9, 2015. . Dewey Selmon is an former American football defensive end for the Buccaneers for 5 seasons (1976-81) and Lee Roy's elder brother and a team-mate for the first five seasons in franchise history. Aug 2017 - Aug 20214 years 1 month. . TV Shows. Danny P. By Magnolia State Live. Stefan Krajisnik Mississippi Clarion Ledger 0:00 0:21 STARKVILLE — As new Mississippi State athletic director Zac Selmon was being introduced by university president Mark Keenum on Friday, his. He was let go after a 51-10 loss at the hands of Texas A&M. After Allen Fieldhouse, these Sooners showed they. and his wife Jessie savored every moment of the journey. Selmon holds degrees from Wake Forest and University of Oklahoma. 14. Athletic director Zac Selmon hasn't been on the job even a year, but will now have to make maybe the most important decision of of his career with the hiring of a new football coach for the. Zac Selmon Named Athletics Director At Mississippi State Mississippi State University Mark E. As we embark on the holiday season. Zac Selmon is a son of Dewey Selmon and nephew Lucius and Lee Roy Selmon (the famous football Selmon brothers of Eufaula, Oklahoma. MSU named Zac Selmon its AD on Friday. Keenum. Rylee Selmon, 8, laughs alongside her father Zac before his introduction as Mississippi State’s new athletic director Friday morning at the Bryan Athletic Administration Building in Starkville. Zac Selmon. A New Mexico native, Arnett was defensive coordinator at San Diego State when Leach hired him to the same position with the Bulldogs in 2020. Selmon holds degrees from Wake Forest and. More. State. “I think it’s a respect,” said OU associate athletic director Zac Selmon, son of former Sooner all-American Dewey Selmon, who missed the game by a year, having played at OU from 1972-75. Nov 13, 2023 Updated Nov 13, 2023. Following a national search, Mississippi State University President Mark Keenum names Zac Selmon MSU Director of Athletics. University of Oklahoma. . Following Mississippi State‘s loss to Texas A&M, the school fired Zach Arnett. "He's a young guy, but his morals and his fundamentals are old school. 13, 2023. Mississippi State dismissed head coach Zach Arnett, the school announced Monday. OU’s AD retires, OU’s AD in waiting Selmon goes back to OU, and MSU’s former AD in. The 37-year-old was relieved of duty following. Mississippi State’s redirect under Zach Arnett plus Zac Selmon. In fact. Selmon mentioned his old teammate, Jimbo Elrod, and how different they were. He remembers what it was like to grow up a Selmon. "When Zac Selmon was hired after Coach Leach's passing, one of the attributes he reflected was the ability to effectively identify and recruit talent," school president Mark Keenum said. More than two months after John Cohen left for Auburn, Mississippi State has found his replacement as athletics director. Zac Selmon is a son of Dewey Selmon and nephew Lucius and Lee Roy Selmon (the famous football Selmon brothers of Eufaula, Oklahoma. ) Keenum said Zac Selmon “grew up with powerful examples of winning at the highest levels and doing so with a deep commitment to sportsmanship and scholarship. ” (South Carolina football coach) Shane Beamer’s wife Emily. The Bulldogs hired Selmon, 37, in January. Since his ascension at OU, where he leaves as deputy AD for external engagement and advancement (fundraising), Selmon has been widely believed to be the ultimate successor to Castiglione, who is 65 and nears his 25-year OU anniversary. Posted on 6 mins, , User Since 4 months ago, User Post Count: 1391. 31. “After an extensive review of those outstanding candidates, I am convinced that in Zac Selmon. Selmon would replace John Cohen, Mississippi State’s most recent permanent AD, who left for the same position at Auburn on Oct. 1. By Benjy P. MSU named Zac Selmon its AD on Friday. Keenum welcomed new MSU Athletics Director Zac Selmon, along with his wife Rachel and daughters Rylee and Shayne, to Lee Hall prior to the press conference naming Selmon as MSU’s 18th leader of the program. His father, Dewey, and uncles, Lucious and Lee Roy, were standout football. Oklahoma was 54-3-1 with two national championships with at least one of them on the field from 1971. Knox won't serve as the head coach next season though, as athletic director Zac Selmon and his team are actively looking to appoint someone else. MSU PHOTO ID: Mississippi State University President Mark E. Thank Director Mr. Motivate through Action: “To lead is to serve. However, AD Zac Selmon explained that it was part of a season-long. Mississippi State has hired former Oklahoma assistant athletic director Zac Selmon as its athletic director Mississippi St hires Oklahoma's Selmon as athletic director - The San Diego Union-TribuneFamily Trophy Graces Dewey Selmon's Mantel. Zac Selmon's daily talks with Joe Castiglione are no more, but the Mississippi State athletic director says he'll 'always be connected' to OU. It's a hiring that would make sense for the university's athletic director, Zac Selmon, who worked in OU's athletic department from 2009-23. He talked about athletes excelling in the. Selmon is OU’s Deputy AD for External Engagement and Advancement. Zac Selmon is a son of Dewey Selmon and nephew Lucius and Lee Roy Selmon (the famous football Selmon brothers of Eufaula, Oklahoma. Thunder & Lightning: Preview, Playmakers, and Predictions for. Related posts. Selmon’s ‘It’ has Mississippi State’s athletic future shining brighter than ever before. He is the first Black AD in. Skip to NavigationNov 13, 2023. Said Mississippi State athletic director Zac Selmon of Arnett's firing:. NASHVILLE — Zac Selmon is enjoying life in Mississippi. in leadership is necessary to move our football program forward and position it for the highest level of success. Now former Mississippi State head coach Zach Arnett will be well compensated for the ten games he served as the Bulldog head football coach. She is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma. Beamer worked at Mississippi State from 2004-06 as cornerbacks coach, running backs coach and recruiting coordinator before his first stint. Deal not finalized, but Selmon is set to visit campus Thursday. Selmon made the decision to fire Arnett during the season, with home games against Southern Miss and Ole Miss left on the schedule. Related stories from. Lee Roy gave Zac all his industry knowledge in athletics administration. Beamer is also close friends with MSU athletics director Zac Selmon. Keenum thanked Interim Athletics Director Bracky Brett for his service: “The continued success MSU has enjoyed during the search. Mississippi State has hired Zac Selmon as its new director of athletics, the school announced on Friday. Although a 4-6 record this season proved enough for athletic director Zac Selmon to fire Arnett on Monday, it shouldn’t be the only thing that defines Arnett’s legacy in Starkville. 31. Arnett coached three seasons under Leach as defensive coordinator. Keenum today [Jan. Selmon holds degrees from Wake Forest and. Not to mention that Zac [Selmon] their athletic director is one of my best friends in the entire world. ”. Mississippi State has fired football coach Zach Arnett in his first season leading the program, athletic director Zac Selmon announced Monday. "I have every confidence that Zac will move quickly to identify a new leader for our football program who will energize our team, our students and our. "When Zac Selmon was hired after Coach Leach's passing, one of the attributes he reflected was the ability to effectively identify and recruit talent," school president Mark Keenum said. Mississippi State University President Mark E. Zac Selmon, despite playing football at Wake Forest, also was destined for success in Norman. Beamer's wife, Emily, is a native of Starkville whose family still lives there. I spent three years there. Arnett's buyout. ” Selmon added that he had the utmost respect for Arnett, 37, and appreciated his effort but the on-field results weren’t at the expected level. Friday the 13th is now Zac Selmon’s lucky day. Mississippi State University Mark E. 1:20. MSU named Zac Selmon its AD on Friday. Selmon was anchored by his wife, Rachel, and daughters Rylee and Shayne, as well as his father Dewey and mother Kathryn. Zac Selmon says he felt the program needed a "jolt of energy. Title. Rachel Leonardi. mississippi state university president mark e. Athletics director Zac Selmon said in a statement that he determined a change in leadership was needed for the football program to move forward and “position it for the highest level of success. In fact. Arnett was promoted from defensive coordinator in December after the death of Mike Leach. Zachary's father is Stacey's ex-boyfriend, Dean Cox. Zac Selmon, 31, grew up on OU football, graduated from Norman High School in 2003, went to Wake Forest and started 13 games on the Deacons' 2006 Orange Bowl team, then entered college administration. In fact. Athletics director Zac Selmon said in a statement that he determined a change in leadership was needed for the football program to move forward and “position it for the highest level of success. Eric Bailey. Dewey Selmon is an former American football defensive end for the Buccaneers for 5 seasons (1976-81) and Lee Roy's elder brother and a team-mate for the first five seasons in franchise history. Selmon worked at Oklahoma while Beamer was the Sooners offensive coordinator and the two talk every other week. STARKVILLE, Miss. Following a national search, Mississippi State University President Mark Keenum names Zac Selmon MSU Director of Athletics. Beamer is also close friends with MSU athletics director Zac Selmon. (AP) — Mississippi State has hired former Oklahoma assistant athletic director Zac Selmon as its AD. S. MSU athletic director Zac Selmon said in a statement that he determined a change in leadership was needed for the football program to move forward and "position it for the highest level of success. Selmon moved from defensive end/tackle to linebacker and started there during the 1979 NFC Championship Game against the Rams, he was also named the. "When Zac Selmon was hired after Coach Leach's passing, one of the attributes he reflected was the ability to effectively identify and recruit talent," school president Mark Keenum said. ” Selmon added that he has the utmost respect for Arnett and appreciated his effort but the on-field results weren't at the expected level. Oklahoma was 54-3-1 with two national championships with at least one of them on the field from 1971. Now former Mississippi State head coach Zach Arnett will be well compensated for the ten games he served as the Bulldog head football coach. Selmon is believed to be one of two. The daily talks with OU athletic director Joe. Oklahoma’s deputy athletic director for external. Because, more likely than not, this is just a piece of pie. Athletics January 13, 2023. I spent three years there. By Staff Reports. Mississippi State’s redirect under Zach Arnett plus Zac Selmon. "When Zac Selmon was hired after Coach Leach's passing, one of the attributes he reflected was the ability to effectively identify and recruit talent," school president Mark Keenum said. ’”. Zach Selmon with his father Dewey, wife Rachel and daughters Shayne and Rylee following the Selmon Brothers status unveiling in Norman in Sept. Selmon is the son of former OU football great Dewey Selmon and nephew of fellow Sooner legends Lucious and Lee Roy Selmon, the latter a Pro Football Hall of Famer. I’ve got a wife and two kids, so I got to have a job. 13] announced Zac Selmon — the scion of a legendary college football family and a rising star in athletics administration — as MSU’s new Director of Athletics. OU Vice President and Director of Athletics Joe Castiglione announced the return of Zac Selmon to the school's athletics department as senior associate athle. Selmon also inherits an intriguing time in MSU athletics. 2022. Less than a month after Arnett’s promotion, Zac Selmon was hired as athletic director. After his football playing career at Wake Forest, where he was a four-year starter, was done and Selmon had graduated, he went to work in the Sooners’ athletic department. Selmon played an. Director of Athletics Zac Selmon announced the news Thursday. Senior Associate Athletic Director - Administration & Development. and be the first to shop new arrivals and exclusive promotions. What They're Saying About Zac Selmon "We are so thrilled for and proud of. “I think it offers some stability to the athletic department here. The two overlapped while Selmon was working. It's an honor to return home to Norman and serve a world-class institution and a model intercollegiate athletics department. com, Oklahoma deputy athletics director Zac Selmon has emerged as a priority candidate to replace former Bulldog A. "Wife is from Starkville, [and a] Mississippi State grad. Beamer is also close friends with MSU athletics director Zac Selmon. Being committed to a sport. It served as a reminder of the path Zac Selmon took, from a childhood engulfed in college athletics to the leader of an SEC school. Zac Selmon. Zac Selmon talked to his uncle just last weekend about the Game of the Century. 00:00. would be any more attractive. . The appointment follows a national search. Danny P. She met Zac Brown sometime in 2005. John Cohen. Keenum welcomed new MSU Athletics Director Zac Selmon, along with his wife Rachel and daughters Rylee and Shayne, to Lee Hall prior to the press conference naming Selmon as MSU’s 18th leader of the program. It takes a lot of guts to attempt to block Dewey Selmon. Just brilliant leadership and execution on his part. Zac Selmon Director of Athletics, Mississippi State University Age: 38 Born: Norman, Okla. Though less than 24 hours after first stepping on the Mississippi State campus he knew. After spending the past eight years at Oklahoma, including the past year as deputy athletic director, Selmon accepted the head athletics director job for the Bulldogs this past week. Zac Selmon net worth is $950,000. ” Beamer's wife, Emily, is a native of Starkville whose family still lives there. STARKVILLE — Mississippi State first-year athletics director Zac Selmon made his first big move Monday in dismissing football coach Zach Arnett. edu. View Comments. The eighth stop of MSU’s Road Dawgs Tour featuring Arnett and new athletics director Zac Selmon was off to a raucous start. had two catches each against Connecticut, Liberty and NC State. Athletics director Zac Selmon said in a statement that he determined a change in leadership was needed for the football program to move forward and "position it for the highest level of success. Beamer coached for Mississippi State under Sylvester Croom and met his wife in Starkville. Zac Selmon, Dewey’s son, works as a deputy athletic director at OU. Damon told Shepard on an episode of Armchair Expert that Lucy used to. Photo Date: Nov. Winning and winning the right. Joining the Bulldog family along. MOVING ON:Why Zac Selmon fired Mississippi State football's Zach Arnett before season ended. Smith. — Stefan. 36. The Shane Beamer-Zac Selmon connection Left to right: Shane Beamer, Emily Beamer, Rachel Selmon and Zac Selmon. He worked as deputy athletic director for longtime AD Joe Castiglione, and to many appeared to be the. Senior Associate Athletic Director - Administration & Development. The Mississippi State coaching search appears to be winding down. August 12, 2023. Athletics director Zac Selmon said in a statement that he determined a change in leadership was needed for the football program to move forward and “position it for the highest level of success. (WBRC) - Mississippi State head coach Zach Arnett was fired Monday morning, Athletic Director Zac Selmon announced Monday. 2006: Selected a Wuerffel Trophy finalist for achievements in athletics, academics and the community. had three multiple reception games to tie a season-high. Mississippi State has hired Zac Selmon as its new director of athletics, the school announced on Friday. President Mark E. . Aug 2017 - Aug 20214 years 1 month. Following Mississippi State‘s loss to Texas A&M, the school fired head football coach Zach Arnett. "Chris is a dynamic recruiter and a proven winner in the Southeastern Conference," MSU Director of Athletics Zac Selmon said. ”. I spent three years there. The Beamer family helped give their friends comfort when Selmon was interviewing for his role at Mississippi State last year. He is also close friends with Mississippi State athletic direct Zac Selmon, whom he worked with at Oklahoma. This story was originally published November 14, 2023, 1:43 PM. New Mississippi State athletic director Zac Selmon, left, poses with MSU President Mark Keenum. The 2023 season ticket renewal deadline is done and with positive results. Alma mater: Wake Forest University University of Oklahoma : Playing career; 2003–2007: Wake Forest: Position(s) Tight end: Administrative career (AD unless noted) 2009. 13] announced Zac Selmon — the scion of a legendary college football family and a rising star in athletics administration — as MSU’s new Director of Athletics. ”. The appointment follows a national search. Zachary Selmon, 3, took the task in stride. Movies. MOVING ON:Why Zac Selmon fired Mississippi State football's Zach Arnett before season ended. His vision for Mississippi State is incredible. Mississippi State athletic director Zac Selmon announced Monday morning that Zach Arnett has been "relieved of his duties" as head football coach effective immediately. I'd like to thank Coach Arnett, who gave me an opportunity to come back to what me and my family have always called our second home. Selmon and his wife Rachel have two daughters, Shayne and Rylee. He was promoted from defensive coordinator last year after the death of former coach Mike Leach. Keenum welcomed Zac Selmon, wife Rachel and daughters Rylee and Shayne to Lee Hall for a visit last Friday [Jan. MSU athletic director Zac Selmon said in a statement that he determined a change in leadership was needed for the football program to move forward and “position it for the highest level of.