Washington athletic director Scott Woodward may be saying he's not yet ready to shake up the football coaching staff.

But he is making some changes elsewhere in the department.

Here's a story on Woodward firing Marie Tuite, who was in charge of UW's Olympic sports. It's the second change of an associate AD since Woodward took over.

Ken Winstead, who was in charge of fund development, announced his resignation a few days after Woodward was named permanent AD a couple weeks ago. Here's a link to a blog post on the Winstead move when it happened.

The school is letting an e-mail Woodward sent to the department announcing the firing stand as its official comment. So here it is:

"ICA Staff:

Here at the University of Washington we enjoy a rich history and tradition of excellence, both on the field and in the classroom. That success is the result of the commitment that those in leadership positions at this fine institution have made to provide a superior experience to the students who attend this school. There are many in this department who have been instrumental in creating the level of success that we have enjoyed over the years, including our current Executive Staff. Maintaining a tradition of excellence, though, sometimes requires change and a new direction. With this in mind, I have decided to seek a new direction for our Olympic Sports programs and I have informed Marie Tuite that I will be replacing her with a new Senior Associate Athletic Director for Sports Programs. I have not reached this decision lightly, it has been the product of months of thought and discussion and I have come to the conclusion that this will provide me with a fresh start for managing our sport programs.

Marie has contributed greatly to this department during her tenure here and she is to be commended on her wonderful service to our coaches, staff, donors, and student-athletes. Please join me in thanking Marie for her dedicated service to the University. I know that she has many friends in the department and on campus who wish her the very best.

I have begun the search for a new Senior Associate Athletic Director for Sports Programs and anticipate having an announcement in the next few weeks. In the interim, please feel free to contact my office with any questions or concerns.

Go Huskies,

Scott"