WINONA, Minn. – Winona State Athletics announced the hiring of Noah Schlekeway as the Assistant Athletic Director for Strategic Communications.
 
Schlekeway comes to Winona State University after serving as the Assistant Director of Athletic Communications at Norfolk State University, an NCAA Division I institution in Norfolk, Va., since June 2024. Prior, Schlekeway spent two years as a Sports Information Graduate Assistant at Wayne State College, where he holds a B.S. and M.S. In addition, Schlekeway has contributed to several high-profile events, including the NAIA Men's Basketball Championships, NCAA Regional and National Tournaments, the Summit League Basketball Tournament, and Volleyball Day in Nebraska. 
 
"I am grateful for the opportunity to join Winona State University athletics," remarked Schlekeway. "I would like to thank Athletics Director Jen Flowers and the entire search committee for the opportunity. I look forward telling the stories of Warrior athletics both on and off the field." 
 
In his role at Winona State, Schlekeway will lead all athletic communication efforts for WSU's 15 varsity athletic programs through social media, press releases, statistics, game day communications, and maintaining the WSU Athletics website.

Winona State Director of Athletics Jen Flowers on Schlekeway: "Noah is going to be a great addition to our team! I am excited to bring him back to the Midwest and to work with him as we continue to advance our strategic communications and showcase the amazing stories and people that are part of Warrior Athletics."