In a surprise move, Jim Schroeder, who had served as head football coach at Rockford University for four seasons, took the same job at Benedictine. The Regents were quick to fill the vacancy, promoting defensive coordinator J.T. Zimmerman.

In a last-minute surprise move, longtime coach Bruce Bazsali announced he would step back due to health reasons and serve as an assistant coach for the Guilford Vikings, handing the reigns over to Denny Diduch. Bazsali explained the move in detail, emphasizing he wasn't forced out.

Harlem senior Rachel Gander set new standards of success for the Huskies' swimming program.