By: Scott Paine, CMAA – Washington Leadership is influence, but you don’t need to have a title to be a leader. Everybody can have influence. To be an effective leader you have to be able […]
EP 78: Building a Positive Athletic Experience for All with Deran Coe – Wake County Public School System (NC)
In this AD Insider LIVE | Thursday 30 episode, presented by Concordia University Irvine, we sat down with Deran Coe, CMAA, Director of Athletics at Wake County Public School System in North Carolina. In this […]
Don’t Let Public Speaking Stress You Out with Will Hostrawser – LaVille Senior HS (IN)
Will Hostrawser discusses public speaking and explains that it does not need to be stressful. He encourages practice and preparation and the realization that we are all in this together helps when he is public […]
Digital Ticketing Talks EP 7: Creating Premium Gameday Experiences and Maximizing Revenue with AJ Maestas – Navigate
In this AD Insider Digital Ticketing Talks episode, presented by HomeTown Ticketing, we sit down with AJ Maestas, Founder of Navigate, a data-driven consulting firm in the sports and entertainment industry that guides major strategies […]
AEDs Save Lives with Dan Newman – Union Public Schools (OK)
AEDs save lives. Dan Newman explains how the chances of surviving any heart issue increases with defibrillation treatment in a timely manner. Defib combined with CPR within 3 to 5 minutes of collapse can lead […]
Communicating Constructive Criticism with Darrien Harrison – T.L. Hanna HS (SC)
When it is necessary to have a discussion and deliver constructive criticism with an individual, always ask them a question pertaining to the situation. The criticism that comes up in the conversation gives them the […]
EP 77: Old Guy with New Ideas: How Out-of-the-Box Thinking Can Keep You Winning with Fred Smith – Bangor High School (MI)
In this AD Insider LIVE | Thursday 30 episode, presented by Concordia University Irvine, we sat down with Fred Smith, Athletic Director at Bangor High School (MI). In this episode, we covered the following topics: […]
Use of Phones in Locker Rooms and During Coach Speeches with Lee Green, J.D.
Dr. Green explains that coaches DO have the ability to prevent cell phones with cameras in locker rooms, shower rooms, and restrooms due to numerous invasions of privacy issues. He cites several examples of individual […]
Hiring and Supporting a Technology-Challenged Coach with Jason Parker, CMAA, J.D. – Muskogee Public Schools (OK)
Dr. Jason Parker discusses how he works in a small district and feels that it is his role to be every coach’s assistant and provide help where needed. In hiring and supporting a technology-challenged coach, […]
CMAA Certification: Embrace the Challenge and Enjoy the Journey [NIAAA]
By: Kaleb Stoppel, CMAA – Kansas, Lisa Gingras, CMAA – New Hampshire, Colin Fegeley, CMAA – North Carolina, Pete Shambo, CMAA – New York The NIAAA Certification Committee has seen a significant increase with regard […]
EP 76: Lessons From a Lifetime Inside Notre Dame with Kevin Corrigan – Univ. of Notre Dame
In this AD Insider LIVE | Thursday 30 episode, presented by HomeTown Ticketing, we sat down with Kevin Corrigan, Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach at the University of Notre Dame. Kevin is the longest-active tenured coach […]
Why Social Media Is Critical to Your Program with Dr. Kaleb Stoppel – Olathe East HS (KS)
Dr. Kaleb Stoppel explains how student athletes do amazing work, both in the classroom and on the field, and deserve to be recognized. Social media allows athletic administrators to reach out to their stakeholders and […]
Digital Ticketing Talks EP 6: Finding Your Digital Ticketing Fit with Ann Stewart – Los Alamos HS (NM)
In this AD Insider Digital Ticketing Talks episode, presented by HomeTown Ticketing, we sit down with Ann Stewart, Athletic Director at Los Alamos High School in Los Alamos, New Mexico, to discuss: What I Looked […]
EP 75: Why Young Athletic Directors Quit and How to Fix It
In this AD Insider LIVE | Thursday 30 episode, presented by HomeTown Ticketing, we interviewed four young athletic directors from across the country to discuss why the industry loses so many ADs within the first […]
Credibility Is Like a Bank Account with Dr. Greg Dale – Duke Univ.
Watch as Dr. Dale discusses how to establish credibility with athletes. Preparedness, empathy, and honesty are all keys to success. Dr. Dale also explains the importance of giving kids a purpose on the team. Like […]
How Do You Define Success? [NIAAA]
By: Mark Rerick, CMAA – Grand Forks, North Dakota Let me clarify one thing: I love winning. I’m not a “purple ribbons for everyone” guy who tries to devalue winning and the importance of winning. […]
EP 74: It Takes a Village: Support Systems That Create Success with Dr. Akua P. Twumasi, Regional Athletic Director – KIPP Texas Public Schools – Houston (TX)
In this AD Insider LIVE | Thursday 30 episode, presented by HomeTown Ticketing, we sat down with Dr. Akua P. Twumasi, Regional Athletic Director at KIPP Texas Public Schools – Houston (TX). In this episode, […]
Social Media: Your Messages/Views Are Always a Reflection of Your Employer with Garry Rosenfield – Coaches Inc.
Watch as Garry explains that coaches need to know their social messages and their views they express are always a reflection of their employer/program. Coaches are always on duty, thus always representing their school or […]
Know What Time It Is for Your Student-Athletes with Michael Hughes – Lakewood HS (CO)
Know what time it is for your kids (related to social media) and how, as an AD, you can show your student-athletes that you can and do support them. Twitter is a great example of […]
You Get What You Tolerate with Debbie Brown (Retired) – Saint Joseph HS (IN)
Debbie Brown explains that when dealing with coaches who are complaining about today’s kids, she tells them that you get what you tolerate. Coaches need to set their expectations and make sure the players understand. […]
EP 73: Leading Strategically, Not Stressfully with Eric Boles, President – The Game Changers, Inc.
In this AD Insider LIVE | Thursday 30 episode, presented by HomeTown Ticketing, we sat down with Eric Boles, Founder and President of The Game Changers, Inc., and former NFL Player. In this episode, we […]
Developing Coaches and Communicating Your Vision with Jeff Sitz – Wisconsin Lutheran HS (WI)
Jeff Sitz explains the importance of defining education-based athletics when developing your coaches. One of the challenges all ADs may deal with is the increasing number of coaches that are not teachers or educators. Finding […]
Practicing for Difficult Conversations with Ron Lanham, CMAA – Beaufort High School (SC)
Ron Lanham shares his advice and techniques on preparing for upcoming difficult conversations. Practice is key and having the conversation in your head or out loud can be helpful. Being prepared helps you to remain […]
Finding Balance and Efficiency in the Athletic Office
By: Josh Lacy, CMAA – Greece Odyssey Academy, Rochester, New York As the president of Chapter 5 of the New York State Athletic Administrators Association (NYSAAA), I was recently charged with putting together the agenda […]
EP 72: Building an Unbreakable Team with Kate Leavell, VP of Leadership Development
In this AD Insider LIVE | Thursday 30 episode, presented by HomeTown Ticketing, we sat down with Kate Leavell, VP of Leadership Development for The Jon Gordon Companies, Wall Street Journal Best-Selling Author, Speaker, and […]
The Importance of a Resume in the Hiring Process with Dr. Luke Clamp – River Bluff High School (SC)
The resume is an opportunity for a coach to share what is most important. When reviewing resumes, Dr. Clamp looks to see if the candidate has emphasized teaching first and coaching second. He is interested […]
EP 71: Overwhelmed? You’re Not Alone. Interview with Dr. Jason Parker, CMAA – Muskogee Public Schools (OK)
In this AD Insider LIVE | Thursday 30 episode, presented by Clell Wade Coaches Directory, Inc., we sat down with Dr. Jason Parker, CMAA, Executive Director of Athletics for Muskogee Public Schools in Oklahoma. In […]
EP 70: 2021 National Athletic Directors Conference Highlights and Hot Topics
In this AD Insider | Thursday 30 episode, presented by Clell Wade Coaches Directory, Inc., we have compiled highlights from our interviews and the hot topics shared during NIAAA workshops to provide you with the […]
Tips For Avoiding Burnout with Lacey London – Holy Names Academy (WA)
Lacey London discusses a common issue she encounters with Athletic Directors regarding burnout. ADs, especially new ones, believe that they must do everything to get the job done correctly. ADs must be able to delegate […]
Financials and Team Pathways for Girls Wrestling with Brett Diehl – Olentangy Orange HS (OH)
Brett Diehl explains how his school fulfilled the needs of their students and added a girls wrestling team. The focus was not on what can’t be done, but what solutions are available. He explains how […]