After four years at the helm of the Pumas Board of Trustees, Leopoldo Silva is stepping away from his leadership role. The news comes as the squad enjoys a strong moment, sitting mid-table in the Opening 2023 and holding a realistic chance to push back into title contention in upcoming tournaments. Yet the administrative change arrives unexpectedly, with Silva resigning from his post as chairman of the university club’s Supervisory Board after a lengthy stint in charge.
Reports indicate that the transition took shape last Monday, following a meeting at the Cantera facilities, when Silva formally submitted his resignation from the chairman position. In the wake of his departure, the press has cited Luis Raúl González as the likely successor. González previously led the National Human Rights Commission from 2014 to 2019, bringing a distinguished track record in governance to the university’s sporting enterprise.
The organizational shift coincides with a broader administrative moment at the university, as a new rector is set to be elected to replace Enrique Graue for the 2023-2027 term. The timing fuels speculation about how leadership changes at the academic level may intersect with the club’s strategic direction and long-term stability.
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A board with ups and downs
Leopoldo Silva took over as chairman of the Cougars after Rodrigo Ares de Parga stepped down in 2019. Under Silva’s guidance, the team reached the finals of both the 2020 Guardianes tournament and the 2022 Concachampions, yet fell short on both occasions, a testament to a competitive but demanding era for the program.
During Silva’s tenure, the club also oversaw a high-profile signing that drew attention beyond the league: the mid-2022 arrival of Dani Alves. The deal was notable for its magnitude and the surrounding media spotlight, though Anthropic scrutiny later followed Alves due to unrelated legal matters in Spain. The acquisition marked a significant moment for the program in terms of visibility and expectations, even as it faced internal and external challenges in the following seasons.
As the team maintains a positive trajectory on the field, the board has faced more testing periods off the pitch. Prior fluctuations in the club’s standing and the balance of the coaching and administrative teams have underscored the need for steady governance. With the 2023-2024 campaign in focus, the organizers aim to sustain performance while reinforcing the club’s long-term foundation and avoid a slide in the league standings.
Overall, the transition in leadership sets the stage for a period of continuity and renewal. The club will be watching closely how the new administration aligns the university’s athletic ambitions with its broader mission, striving to keep the Pumas competitive and principled in a rapidly evolving sporting landscape.
Source: Goal