Creighton's Rasmussen named vice chair of men's basketball committee

Creighton athletic director Bruce Rasmussen is the new vice chair for the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Committee. Rasmussen will assume the role for the 2016-17 season.

"I am humbled and honored to be selected by my peers for a leadership role on the men's basketball committee," said Rasmussen. "I have been blessed to have served with three outstanding chairs in Ron Wellman, Scott Barnes, and Joe Castiglione and look forward to assisting current chair Mark Hollis."

Rasmussen was Blue Jays women's basketball coach for 12 years before becoming athletic director. The 65-year-old is excited to be a part of March Madness.

"It is an incredible honor to be a part of it and see up close how meaningful it is to each of the students who are also athletes to participate in the NCAA men's basketball tournament," Rasmussen added. "I never imagined that I would be able to serve the NCAA membership, our students, coaches, and basketball fans as a committee member. I am excited about working with our committee, Dan Gavitt, and the extremely talented and committed NCAA staff over the next two years."