Social media reacts to Washington hiring WSU athletic director Pat Chun

The Washington Huskies took athletic director Pat Chun away from Washington State on Tuesday, and social media had a lot of thoughts.

The Washington Huskies officially named Pat Chun their new athletic director on Tuesday, replacing Troy Dannen and becoming the 17th director in the history of the school.

“It is truly an honor for my family and I to join the University of Washington family, and I look forward to doing my part to help elevate the athletics program and the University,” Chun said in a statement. “I am grateful to President [Ana Marie] Cauce for the opportunity and will work closely with our campus partners, our coaches and our staff to help our student-athletes have an incredible experience at UW. Our transition to the Big Ten is a critical step in our journey and great things lie ahead for the Huskies!”

“Pat has a track record of success and a wealth of experience – from 15 years in the Big Ten and service on national groups guiding the future of college sports, to securing community support and a commitment to the well-being of student-athletes,” Cauce said in the same statement. “He knows our state, is highly respected in national athletics circles and has an eye for talent. I’m so happy he’ll be joining us to lead UW Athletics into the future.”

Assistant athletic director Chris Hein displayed a graphic at the entrance of Husky Stadium welcoming his new boss.


KJR radio host Dick Fain poked a little fun at the big changes on Montlake.



Play-by-play broadcaster Tony Castricone appeared fired up with the hire. 





UW Hall of Famer and Pac-12 Hall of Honor member Eldridge Recasner had some kind words for the new head man.





And, as expected, there is no love lost between Washington and their Apple Cup rivals, the Washington State Cougars.






Only for their rival to reply with this…



Some WSU fans looked for the humor in the situation.