Learfield Directors' Cup

NACDA, the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics, is a professional organization established in 1965 that supports collegiate athletics administrators in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. With over 22,000 members representing more than 2,200 institutions, including NCAA and NAIA colleges, NACDA serves a diverse group of athletics directors, conference commissioners, and affiliated individuals.

Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, NACDA focuses on providing educational opportunities, facilitating networking, and promoting professional development within collegiate athletics administration. The organization hosts an annual convention, publishes a quarterly journal, and offers various educational programs and awards to recognize excellence in the field. NACDA also manages the National Collegiate Licensing Association, supporting collegiate licensing and marketing efforts. Through its comprehensive services, NACDA plays a vital role in advancing standards and practices in collegiate athletics administration.