Boston College AD Brad Bates resigns

Boston College athletic director Brad Bates announced his resignation Monday, effective at the end of the academic year.

Bates is set to join Collegiate Sports Associates, an executive search and consulting firm in Chapel Hill, N.C., as its vice president.

"I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at Boston College and am especially grateful for the opportunity to serve the University," Bates said in a statement. "I will forever be an Eagle and a fan of our student-athletes, coaches, and staff, and will cherish the great relationships that I have made here. The Jesuit, Catholic education offered at BC is distinctive in higher education and epitomizes the very best of college athletics. I feel privileged to be a part of this community."

Bates took over the athletic directorship in 2012. He'll leave a Golden Eagles department that has struggled mightily in both football and men's basketball over recent years, but has enjoyed national success in men's hockey.