Barry Hinson

Biography

STILLWATER, Okla. – In a continuing effort to be among the country’s leaders in Name, Image and Likeness programming, Oklahoma State Athletic Director Chad Weiberg announced Barry Hinson as OSU’s first full-time NIL administrator on July 26, 2022. Hinson, who previously served as an analyst on the men’s basketball team under the direction of head coach Mike Boynton for the past three years, brings more than 35 years of experience in athletics to his new post. “Over the last two years we have assembled an outstanding team to help provide robust NIL opportunities for our student-athletes,” said Weiberg. “What we were missing was someone who could quarterback our team. With his experience coaching and recruiting, and his deep-rooted love of OSU, Barry is the perfect fit to coordinate our efforts, connect the pieces and lead our NIL team.” Hinson will assume his duties as OSU’s associate athletic director for NIL immediately. In his new role he will head up the athletic department’s NIL efforts by conceptualizing and coordinating programming and resources that lead to enhanced NIL opportunities for student-athletes. He will also educate external stakeholders on the benefits of engaging with OSU’s student-athletes. “I love OSU and I love our student-athletes,” Hinson said. “This position provides an opportunity to promote and build mutually beneficial relationships for everyone involved. “I am very grateful to Chad and OSU Athletics for this chance, and of course very appreciative