Brian Barrio – Director of Athletics – Staff Directory

Florida Gulf Coast University President Dr. Aysegul Timur announced the hiring of Brian Barrio as the Eagles’ Director of Athletics on July 2, 2026.  Barrio brings more than five years of experience as an NCAA Division I Director of Athletics to his new role at FGCU, along with a career spanning more than two decades in intercollegiate athletics.   “FGCU Athletics has built tremendous momentum in recent years, and I am excited to continue that trajectory with Brian Barrio as our new Director of Intercollegiate Athletics,” said FGCU President Aysegul Timur. “Brian brings a well-rounded background, outstanding leadership experience, and tremendous enthusiasm for the future of the ever-evolving landscape of collegiate athletics. His vision for collaborative leadership, strategic partnerships, community engagement, student-athlete success, and fostering a winning culture makes him the right person to lead our athletics program into its next chapter.”  “I am truly honored and excited to join Florida Gulf Coast University as its next Director of Athletics,” Barrio said. “I am deeply grateful to President Timur and the search committee for their trust and confidence and their belief in my vision for FGCU Athletics. I look forward to working alongside a group of talented student-athletes, exceptional head coaches
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