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Head softball and volleyball coach Troy Canaba has been named assistant athletic director of Operations at Sul Ross State University. “I’m excited about the position,” said head Coach Troy Canaba. “I want to thank President Gallego and our athletic director Amanda Workman for the opportunity and vote of confidence.” Canaba will help oversee daily operations of selected sports programs and coordinate various administrative functions within the department. He’ll assist in fundraising efforts, public relations, alumni liaison, recruitment endeavors, and procurement of equipment, as well as provide input to strategic decisions that affect growth and maintenance of athletic facilities. “Troy has shown tremendous leadership inside the department,” said Athletic Director Amanda Workman. “His student-athletes experience success both on the field and in the classroom. This year, he expressed a willingness to join the administrative staff and he has been a great asset since joining.” Canaba has coached the volleyball team since 2017, leading the Lobos to the American Southwest Conference tournament semifinals in 2021. He has guided softball since 2016, picked up his 100th win during the current season, and has reached the conference tournament in each of the last five seasons.
