HAMPDEN-SYDNEY, Va. -- Hampden-Sydney College Director of Athletics Chad Eisele has announced that Saint Blizzard III has been promoted to Assistant Athletic Director, effective July 1. Blizzard recently completed his third year as Director of Compliance at the College.

"We are excited to have Saint continue his leadership journey at Hampden-Sydney," said Eisele. "Over the last three years, he has taken on more responsibility and this promotion is the next step in his progression. We all value Saint's ideas and passion to provide our young men the best experience possible."
 
In his new role, Blizzard will have sport oversight responsibilities for select sport programs and support the day-to-day operations of the athletic department. He will continue working closely with campus partners to enhance the student-athlete experience, while assisting with compliance, game operations and department-wide initiatives aligned with the College's mission and values.
 
"First, I'd like to thank God, Chad Eisele, President Larry Stimpert, and Hampden-Sydney College for this incredible opportunity to serve as Assistant Athletic Director," said Blizzard. "I'm truly excited to step into this new role, which offers the space and experience to continue growing as a leader and moving closer to my ultimate goal of becoming an Athletic Director.
 
"It's been an honor working alongside Chad over the past three years, and I'm deeply grateful for his continued leadership and support. Thank you to the entire Hampden-Sydney and Tiger family for welcoming me with open arms—your support has meant the world.
 
"I remain fully committed to the mission of Hampden-Sydney Athletics and look forward to continuing our efforts in supporting the holistic development of our student-athletes—on the field, in the classroom, and beyond."

Prior to his role in collegiate athletics at H-SC, Blizzard served as a Reading Specialist and Physical Education Assistant at Strawbridge Elementary School in Virginia Beach from 2020 to 2022, where he provided reading support for students in grades K–5, collaborating with classroom teachers to develop individualized literacy plans. He also assisted the physical education department in designing engaging learning environments through movement and activity.
 
In the spring of 2021, Blizzard served as an Academic Support Intern at Norfolk State University, where he worked closely with student-athletes by monitoring academic progress and coordinating academic support services in partnership with learning specialists.
 
His additional experience includes working as a Child and Youth Program Assistant at Oceana Youth Center in Virginia Beach (2020) and as a Program Assistant for Student Involvement at Old Dominion University (2019). He also completed internships with the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) Basketball Tournament, Tallwood High School, and the Old Dominion University Athletic Department.
 
Blizzard is a graduate of the 2024 NCAA Division III Institute for Administrative Advancement, a professional development program for administrators from underrepresented populations in Division III athletics. He has also completed several other professional development programs, including the NCAA Emerging Leaders Seminar and the Effective Facilitation Workshop. In addition, he is an active member of the Minority Opportunities Athletic Association (MOAA).
 
A native of Surry County, Virginia, Blizzard earned an Associate of Science degree in sport management from Richard Bland College of William & Mary in 2017, followed by a Bachelor of Science degree in communications from Old Dominion University in 2019. He completed his Master of Science degree in sports administration from Liberty University in May 2025.