The NIAAA champions the profession of athletic administration through educational opportunities, advocating ethics, developing leaders, and fostering community. Find more information on their website here: niaaa.org. Become a member of the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators […]
The NIAAA champions the profession of athletic administration through educational opportunities, advocating ethics, developing leaders, and fostering community. Find more information on their website here: niaaa.org. Become a member of the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators […]
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By: William Condron, CAA – Southeast Alamance High School, North Carolina The high school athletics scene that most of us grew up in included limited ways for athletics departments and teams to get information out […]
Watch as Kevin Guzzo, CMAA, develops a culture within the athletic department. Every small act of kindness and every positive interaction with athletes is part of building a championship culture. Winning isn’t the only image […]
Watch as Jen Hardy discusses the weight that today’s coaches carry. The mindset of a coach feeling pressure can shift quickly if they don’t practice awareness, presence, and recognize the opportunity to become who they […]
Watch as Victoria Jones discusses “Beyond the Eyes of Sports,” an initiative that focuses on a holistic approach to student-athletes. The program hosts events with powerful speakers who inspire, empower, and encourage the youth of […]
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By: Roger Dixon, CAARetired Athletic Director – Socastee High School & Horry County Schools SCAAA Award / Hall of Fame Director Recently, I had the opportunity to attend an adult education series conducted by […]
Will Christian explains what parents should be doing or saying to support their children in athletics. He stresses the importance of being positive and supportive and showing love and appreciation. Parents should avoid giving negative […]
Jon Gordon responds to the question, “Can you be too positive?” He states that you can never be too positive because you need that positivity to elevate your state of mind. He cites a Duke […]
Dr. Ryan Miller discusses hazing and the key to prevention is knowing your staff. As the AD, you will be supervising older coaches as well as newer coaches. The size of the staff, as well […]
Michael Hart discusses the usefulness of AI and its everyday implications in athletic offices and departments. He explores the use of different platforms such as ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Scribe, and Canva. With numerous advancements in […]
Clynton Elwood explains how to build leadership teams using triple action athletes. The triple action athlete is about service: cross sport unity, district and community service, and a mentorship program. He will also explain the […]
Arlisa Williams discusses the importance of developing a great culture as you coach your coaches. Culture keeps everyone on the same page and prevents different coaches in your system from doing their own thing. Effective […]
By: Josh Mathews, CMAA “OAC Meeting” “Laydown Area” “Substantial Completion” “CO” “Topping Out Ceremony” “Change Order” “Punch list” “PP&E” I would venture these are not topics that you learned in any teacher training coursework […]
Watch as Nate Larsen, CMAA demonstrates his 3-year plan that makes a greater impact on your school’s programs in less time. The 3-year plan consists of six parts: Mission Statement Program Description Student Profile Assets […]
Watch as Coach Mark Soto explains in detail the 3 core principles of being a coach, especially a head coach: Never promise what you can’t deliver Don’t make decisions in an emotional state Fairness and […]
Stephen Mackey explains that great coaches use sports to develop young men and women to be successful in life. When you develop the person and not the player, you build champions and that can lead […]
Jennifer Frazier discusses leadership and asks if you are ready for the next step. The following questions can help determine if you are ready for the next step. Do you consistently make great decisions? Do […]
Brian Phelps explains that it is important to develop a social media philosophy. Determine what audience you are trying to reach and what platforms you will use. Involve your students and empower them to create […]
Scott Battas explains that if your culture is working it will translate into an elite gameday experience that is a high energy experience and that people will want to be part of. The goal is […]
By: John Woods – Libertyville High School (IL) Have you ever set a New Year’s resolution only to see that resolution slip away over the next few weeks, while you sink back into your […]
Todd Gulluscio, CMAA explains how valuable your time is as an Athletic Administrator. He believes that time is a gift and that you have a choice in who you want to spend this gift with. […]
Jennifer Doede explains a recipe of 4 key ingredients for developing a successful coaching development program: Focus on transformational leadership instead of transactional leadership Leave your ego at the door, as it is not about […]
Marc Haught, CMAA, Executive Director of the Kansas Athletic Directors Association (KIAAA), discusses the ethical implementation of policies and programs within interscholastic programs. Haught explains that polls indicate moral values are in decline nationwide, and […]
By: Kevin Broene, CMAA Grand Rapids Christian High School – Grand Rapids, Michigan As a practicing AD, I’ve come to realize that one of the most difficult and overlooked parts of this job is […]
Eliot Smith explains that during the first three Mondays at the beginning of each season, the first 30 minutes of practice are dedicated to meeting with all the players and coaches. The players meet in […]
Chuck Richardson III, CAA explains that culture is more than winning games. Culture at Norwood focuses on three key ingredients: Relationships – shapes how athletes relate, grow, and support each other. Identity – Unique traditions […]
Dr. David Hoch likes the term Chief Educational Officer, but he considered himself the “Coach of Coaches.” His job was to help his coaches get better, and this had a direct impact on the student-athletes’ […]
By: Dr. Eric Forsyth, CMAA Dr. Scott Smith, CMAA Dr. Mark Rerick, CMAA Being an athletic administrator means living at the intersection of change and continuity. As much as our world shifts—new tech, new […]
Jeff Behrens, CMAA, explains the technology behind broadcasting sports events for school livestreams. Similar to live TV, the broadcasts feature on-screen graphics, sponsors, and commercials. Behrens also shares his personal experience and details the results […]
