Inside the mind and heart of BYU athletic director Brian Santiago
Brian Santiago, the athletic director at BYU, reflects on his journey and the values that guide him. He emphasizes the importance of relationships over winning in sports. Santiago's background and family experiences have shaped his philosophy of hard work and community support.
- ▪Brian Santiago was elevated to athletic director at BYU 54 weeks ago.
- ▪He believes in prioritizing relationships and the human element in sports.
- ▪Santiago's upbringing in a large family taught him the importance of hard work and supporting one another.
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