Former Gettysburg student-athlete, coach, and administrator returns to his alma mater to lead the Department of Athletics.
Troy Dell ’95 has been named the new Executive Director of Athletics and Recreation at Gettysburg College according to a recent announcement by Vice President of Enrollment and Educational Services Carey Thompson.
Dell returns to his alma mater after serving as Director of Athletics at Frostburg State University since 2007. Dell was previously an Assistant Director of Athletics at Gettysburg from 2002-2007 while also serving as head wrestling coach from 1997-2007.
"Troy separated himself from an extremely strong candidate pool as we moved through this process," Thompson said. "The work he has accomplished at Frostburg over the last nearly two decades, especially in the world of strategic planning, fundraising, and facility enhancement, made him the ideal candidate to continue to elevate Gettysburg Athletics and move the department and College forward. He will be a strong leader as we strive to provide a championship experience for all of our student-athletes while continuing to ensure our athletes thrive in the classroom and support them in the consequential education that Gettysburg provides. I'm excited to work alongside Troy."
Since taking over the Bobcat athletic department, Dell has spearheaded countless improvements and changes at Frostburg. Not the least of which was the department's transition from Division III to Division II in 2019. He had oversight of 25 varsity sports, intramural and club sports, and an Activities for Life program that delivers more than 20 community fitness and wellness programs.
"I want to thank President Iuliano, Carey, and the entire search committee for the opportunity to return to my alma mater," Dell said. "There is great pride in being a Bullet. As an undergraduate, Gettysburg College provided me with a foundation of academic excellence that carried into my professional career. The time I spent coaching and working as administrator is the basis for how I continue to lead today. I'm honored to return and work with today's student-athletes and look forward to collaborating across campus as well as with the alumni and friends of the College."
Dell holds a bachelor's degree in history from Gettysburg and a master’s in exercise science and physical education, with an emphasis in administration, from McDaniel College. He officially assumes his duties in mid-August in time for the return of fall student-athletes to Gettysburg.
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By Luke Stillson
Photo courtesy of Frostburg State University
Posted: 07/28/25