In this AD Insider | Thursday 30 episode, presented by Hudl, we sat down (in his office!) to interview NFHS Citation Award Winner Michael Hughes, CMAA, Athletic Director from Lakewood High School in Lakewood, Colorado.
Topics Discussed:
- Creating systems for the chaos
- Michael's quarterly calendar
- Structuring consistent coach development
- The speed of trust
- What would you do with a $50,000 budget increase?
- Lakewood Superfan 7
- Setting the standard for 22 different sports
- Have you ever thought about quitting?
- Making gratitude part of your every day
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