Leander ISD is thrilled to announce Becky Craig in the role of senior director of athletics. With more than 15 years of serving in athletics leadership roles, Craig brings a wealth of valuable experience to her new position at LISD. 

“I am excited to welcome Becky Craig back to Leander ISD as our Senior Director of Athletics,” said Sarah Grissom, Ed.D., LISD deputy superintendent of administrative services and strategic planning. “Coach Craig’s history of creating exceptional student athlete experiences, coupled with her focus on relationships while supporting our incredibly talented coaching staff, will lead our athletic programs toward an even brighter future.”

Craig most recently served as assistant athletic director for Frisco ISD, a role she held since 2021. During her tenure, Craig served as district executive chair for District 11-5A, was responsible for leading the evaluation process of the Frisco ISD athletic budget, and was instrumental in recruiting and growing talent within the athletic department. Before that role, she served as assistant athletic coordinator and head cross country and track and field coach at Memorial High School. 

“I am humbled and honored to serve as the Senior Director of Athletics for Leander ISD,” Craig said. “I look forward to partnering with the district and campus leadership in continuing to foster the growth of a championship culture, while preparing our student athletes for leadership opportunities in their future endeavors.”

Craig returns to Leander ISD, having served as head cross country coach, varsity assistant coach for girls’ basketball, and assistant track and field coach at Vista Ridge High School from 2013–2015. Prior to serving in LISD, Craig held a position as director of football operations and served as a coach for basketball, cross country, and track and field in Lubbock and Midland ISD. 

She earned her bachelor’s degree in corporate organizational communications from Texas Tech University and earned a Master of Education in educational administration from Lamar University. 

Her new role with Leander ISD is effective January 13, 2025.