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Dave Dopek Receives Contract Extension as Director of Track & Field/Cross Country Through 2029 - DePaul University Athletics

DePaul Director of Track & Field and Cross Country Dave Dopek has agreed to a contract extension through 2029, Vice President and Director of Athletics DeWayne Peevy announced Tuesday afternoon. A former NCAA Champion, DePaul Athletics Hall of Famer and 1996 graduate, Dopek enters his 29th season on staff with the program in 2025-26 and 16th as head coach. Dopek's extension through 2029 ensures the Blue Demons' continued rise as one of the BIG EAST's most competitive and nationally recognized track and field programs.