University of Delaware Athletics
Staff Directory
- Title:
- Associate AD, Recreation/Director of Recreation
- Email:
- Phone:
- (302) 831-3884
Adam Jines was named the Associate Athletic Director/Director of Recreation in July of 2021 after originally joining the Campus Recreation department at Delaware in October 2010.
Jines, a 2008 UD graduate, arrived in Newark following 2.5 years at the University of Louisville (2008-2010) serving as the Intramural Coordinator, leading a robust Intramural Sports program. Upon returning to Newark, Jines initially served as the Intramural Sports Coordinator before being promoted to the role of Assistant Director for Intramural Sports. Shortly thereafter Jines’ role expanded to Assistant Athletic Director for Recreation Administration, overseeing policies and procedures, risk management, and staff development.
Jines earned his bachelor’s degree from SUNY Cortland, in Physical Education (2005) and his master’s degree in Health Promotion (2008) from the University of Delaware. While working toward his master’s degree Jines also served as a graduate assistant for Intramural Sports for two years.
At Delaware, now serving as the Associate Athletic Director/Director of Recreation, Jines oversees all aspects of a vibrant Campus Recreation department including Facilities and Operations and Recreation Programs that services the entire UD community. With a focus on providing UD students with the most integrated wellness experience possible, Jines is responsible for bringing inclusive programming and wellbeing partnerships to the UD community.
Originally, from Gainesville, NY, Jines now lives with his wife, Jen, and two sons, Jack and Luke.
