Pepperdine University Director of Athletics Steve Potts to Retire Following Spring Season Potts has led the Waves in this role since January 2011 and will conclude his tenure after almost 14 years in the position. Wed, 06 Dec 2023 10:00:00 -0800 dffbe34e-fa6d-4ad9-9951-6ebda61dc6f2 Pepperdine director of athletics Steve Potts in front of Firestone Fieldhouse trophy case.