In the United States, UCLA has fired athletic director Martin Jarmond and appointed Tim Harris, a former executive with the Los Angeles Lakers, as his replacement. This decision was announced by Chancellor Julio Frenk, who cited the need for a new direction for UCLA Athletics. Harris will serve as CEO and athletic director on a pro bono basis, addressing the department's ongoing financial challenges.
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