Garrett Schmidt explains that he uses Google Sheets for tracking his athletes’ eligibility, which allows him and his staff to manage the entire activities department’s eligibility. This includes making sure the athletes are registered, have […]
Reflection Time with Andre’ Walker – Houston ISD
Andre’ Walker discusses what topics or issues he would write down when in a reflection period. The big issue would be to expect the unexpected with subtopics of safety and communication. He would include examples […]
Accountability and Empathy with Dr. Greg Dale – Duke Univ.
Watch as Dr. Dale discusses accountability and empathy. Your program should have high standards, and everyone should be held accountable to those standards. He describes empathy as the ability to put yourself in someone else’s […]
Professional Development, Certification, and Legislative Support (Part 1) [NIAAA]
By: Rich Barton, CMAA and Marc Hunter, CMAA – Utah Over the past two years of pandemic-era education and education-based athletics, we have learned much about our student-athletes, coaches, and the programs we offer at […]
EP 93: Creating Success Metrics That Maximize Community Impact with Colin Fegeley – Green Level HS (NC)
In this AD Insider LIVE | Thursday 30 episode, presented by Box Out Sports, we sat down with Colin Fegeley, Athletic Director at Green Level High School in North Carolina. In this episode, we covered […]
Coaches Meetings: Handbook Review with Cheryl Fillmore – West Oso ISD (TX)
Cheryl Fillmore explains that she has learned to not try to “do it all” and to give the authority and responsibility back to the coaches. She is going to implement a plan that when meeting […]
Culture Is Not a Sign or a Saying with Seth Greenberg – ESPN
Seth Greenberg explains that building your culture takes time. Culture is not a sign or saying but how you live every day and how you carry yourself. It involves being consistent and setting expectations and […]
Own Your Story [NIAAA]
By: Jason Parker, J.D., CMAA – Muskogee Public Schools (OK) “Know thyself and to thine own self be true.” – Shakespeare To be our best as leaders it is important that we know ourselves. Knowing […]
Critical Lessons Every AD Should Know with Tony Dillingham – Bentonville West High School (AR)
Tony Dillingham discusses the importance of developing a network of colleagues that you can learn from and use as a sounding board so that it is not necessary to reinvent the wheel. Issues such as […]
Advantages of Social Networking with Jeffrey Sitz, CMAA – Wisconsin Athletic Directors Association
Are you for or against social media education in school? Watch as Jeffrey Sitz discusses some advantages of social networking and explains the benefits of using others’ mistakes as learning opportunities for your students.
Love, Affection, and Direction with Matt Kates – La Grange HS (TX)
Today’s kids need love, affection, and direction. Incorporating hugs is important as well as showing them tough love. As for direction, everyone needs it, not just the students. Hold them accountable with high standards and […]
The Need for a Full-Time Athletic/Activities Director Position: A MUST in the Majority of Districts [NIAAA]
By: Bill Fitzgerald, CMAA – Fremont, Nebraska Over many years, sports and activity offerings have expanded in size and stature in the educational setting. The current position of athletic/activities director, whose job is to manage […]
EP 92: 12 Takeaways from the 51st Texas HS Athletic Directors State Conference
In this AD Insider | Thursday 30 episode, we take you to Round Rock, TX for the 51st Annual Texas High School Athletic Directors Association (THSADA) State Conference to share our 12 takeaways from conference […]
Great Teams Don’t Happen by Accident with Robert Grasso – La Jolla Country Day School (CA)
Robert Grasso discusses La Jolla Country Day’s leadership programs for athletics and how developing a culture is the key for a successful team. He explains great teams don’t happen by accident and although talent is […]
Where Is the Title IX Finish Line with Peg Pennepacker – High School Title IX Consulting Services
Watch as Peg Pennepacker discusses the 50th Anniversary of Title IX and where she sees the end goal or “mythical finish line”. There has been a lot of positive movement in the last 10 years, […]
Technology’s Impact on Mental Health with Dr. Josie Nicholson – Univ. of Mississippi
Dr. Josie Nicholson of Ole Miss Athletics discusses today’s technology and how it can have a negative effect on an individual athlete’s mental health. She explains that the world of sport is a world of […]
How to Be an Ally [NIAAA]
By: Mike McGurk, CMAA – Lee’s Summit North High School Recently, the NIAAA created a new ad hoc committee: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. One of the main goals of the committee is to support underrepresented […]
EP 91: Strategies to Increase the Number of Female Coaches in High School Sports with Vanessa Fuchs – WeCOACH
In this AD Insider | Thursday 30 episode, presented by WeCOACH, we sat down with Vanessa Fuchs, CEO of WeCOACH. In this episode, we cover the following topics: The Current Landscape of Females in the Profession […]
Conflict Resolution Tips with Andre’ Walker – Houston ISD
Andre’ Walker recommends tips to assist when dealing with crisis and conflict.
Advice for New Athletic Directors: Boss vs. Leader with Adam and Kathy Bates
Does your presence inspire fear or generate enthusiasm? Watch as Adam and Kathy Bates discuss the differences between a boss and a leader and share some tips for new athletic directors.
Choosing Your Next Job with Dr. Kevin White – Duke Univ. (Retired)
Dr. White explains that by building a solid network, opportunities for advancement will present themselves. He suggests if this happens it is key to remain in the moment and do the very best job where […]
Hazing: What Is Your School’s Policy with Lee Green, J.D. – Baker Univ.
Watch as Dr. Green discusses reports that detail what schools should be doing about hazing in regards to educating student athletes, coaches, and parents.
EP 90: AD Summer Checklists – What I Do in June and July
In this AD Insider | Thursday 30 episode, presented by Concordia University Irvine, we sat down with seasoned athletic directors to discuss the summer checklists they use to prepare for the next school year. In this […]
EP 89: The Simplicity of Sustaining Success in Athletics with Paige Hershey – Spring Branch ISD (TX)
In this AD Insider LIVE | Thursday 30 episode, presented by HomeTown Ticketing, we sat down with Paige Hershey, Executive Director of Athletics at Spring Branch ISD in Texas. In this episode, we covered the […]
The Needs of Today’s Students with Stephen Mackey – 2Words Character Development
Stephen Mackey explains that he meets with twenty-four students every ten weeks from across Texas via Zoom. The #1 issue facing kids today is mental health. Performance anxiety is constant as they are always working […]
What Makes a Great Athletic Director with Jeni Neatherlin – Granger ISD
Superintendent Jeni Neatherlin explains what she thinks makes a great Athletic Director. If the AD is also the head football coach, they are a great AD by having a successful win-loss record and are good […]
Clarity of Purpose [NIAAA]
By: Dave Miceli, CMAA – Burr and Burton Academy, Manchester Center, Vermont Knowing who you are makes it easy to know what to do when you are faced with a new situation. You simply do […]
EP 88: The Science Behind High-Performing Cultures with Dr. Alex Auerbach – Toronto Raptors
In this AD Insider LIVE | Thursday 30 episode, presented by HomeTown Ticketing, we sat down with Dr. Alex Auerbach, Director of Wellness and Development for the Toronto Raptors. In this episode, we covered the […]
Guiding Fan Behavior [NIAAA]
By: Ernest Robertson Jr., CMAA – Palmer Trinity School – Miami, Florida As the pandemic has heightened tensions around school sports, this is an appropriate time to revisit strategies focused on guiding fan behavior. Controlling […]
EP 87: AD Insider Tutorial: Google Sheets Scheduling and Eligibility Management with Garrett Schmidt – Benson Public Schools #777 (MN)
In this AD Insider | Thursday 30 episode, presented by HomeTown Ticketing, we sat down with Garrett Schmidt, Activities Director at Benson Public Schools #777 in Benson, Minnesota (and now currently the Superintendent at Doland […]