Penn State's Athletic Director Pat Kraft On Building a Culture of Champions

📍Rut welcomes Penn State AD, Dr. Pat Kraft, for a deep dive into the mindset, mission, and transformation of one of America’s most storied athletic departments. From building a culture of toughness and grit to achieving academic excellence across 31 sports, Kraft reveals the leadership principles driving Penn State’s meteoric rise. If you love college sports, culture, and the power of belief—this one’s for you.

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Pat’s Focus After Becoming The Penn State AD

05:03 - The Commitment It Takes To Be An Elite College Athlete

08:15 - How Pat’s Competitive Nature Spreads Across The Department

13:20 - Not Falling Prey To Success

19:49 - What Is Penn State’s Culture?

24:42 - How Penn State’s Legendary Fan Base Fuels Their Motivation

30:57 - Pat’s Goals For Penn State Athletics

34:22 - Rut On The Meaning And Importance of Sports For Kids And Culture

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