Watch the video above (or simply listen to the podcast audio) – WADA Board Members from across the state of Wisconsin discuss liability concerns related to COVID-19. Scott Swid from WADA’s legal team weighs in […]
What Qualities Are Athletes Looking for in Coaches with Joe Thomson – Wilmington Friends School (DE)
Respect is the #1 quality athletes look for in a coach. Listen as Coach Joe Thomson discusses this along with the other top 4 qualities that athletes are looking for in a coach including clear […]
Going from Coach to AD with Greg Scott – Milan HS (TN)
Greg Scott discusses transitioning from coach to AD and the balance it takes when it comes to responsibilities. He always knew the type of AD he wanted to be. His goal as a young AD […]
Liability Issues When Reopening School Facilities with Todd Sobrilsky – Waukesha South HS (WI)
Todd Sobrilsky responds to a question from Pat Kohan of Coaches Insider on the legal liability issues of opening school athletic facilities over the summer. He encourages ADs to communicate with senior administrators and the […]
Who is Playing/Watching Esports with Ryan Bringhurst – Central HS (KY)
Ryan Bringhurst explains why kids are participating in Esports and its growing popularity. There are 64 Colleges and Universities that offer full-ride scholarships for Esports plus many club teams offering partials. He cites the impressive […]
National Initiative and Assistance Network [NIAAA]
This committee coordinates the National Initiative & Assistance Network of the NIAAA. The purpose of the NIAN is for use by members in cases of medical or vehicular emergencies when traveling or to assist the […]
Social Media Concerns with John E. Britton
Responsibilities and accountability with social media. Watch as John Britton explains that head and assistant coaches must be responsible when using technology (social media) as the words that they use and the content of their […]
WADA Roundtable: Badger Bounce Back Discussion for Education-Based Athletics
Live Zoom presentation held on May 18, 2020, hosted by AD Insider. Watch WADA Board Members from across the state of Wisconsin discuss the results of the WIAA Summer Extension – WADA Survey and the […]
How to Give Parents Perspective with Ernest Robertson, Jr. – Palmer Trinity School (FL)
Ernest Robertson, Jr. explains the school’s open team practice/parents meeting. Some parents are not naive enough to think they can play but do think they can coach. Parents are given opportunities to make strategic coaching […]
Changing Athletes’ Behavior with Mike Elder – Avon HS (OH)
Mike Elder explains that changing athletes’ behavior starts with changing adults’ behavior (coaches and parents). If you perceive a problem with your athletes, then approach your coaches to determine if their behavior can be improved […]
NIAAA U Leadership Cohort with Darryl Nance – Greenville County Schools (SC)
Watch as Darryl Nance discusses the U Leadership Cohort which he began developing 3 years ago. Knowing how hard it is to teach leadership in a four-hour time frame, Darryl wanted to dive deeper into […]
EP 10: AD Insider Roundtable #2: Fall Season Forecasts
Watch the video above (or simply listen to the podcast audio) – Seven Athletic Directors from across the country discuss their Fall forecasts, answer questions from over 700 live attendees, and talk about how they […]
THSADA Spring Roundtable
In this AD Insider Roundtable, Dr. Susan Elza from the UIL joins THSADA Board Members from across the state of Texas to discuss key issues arising with the cancellation of Spring sports, how different parts […]
Levels of Commitment with Jeff Janssen – Janssen Sports Leadership Center
Is your program comprised of people who see the work they put in as an investment or a sacrifice? Watch as Jeff Janssen discusses seven levels of commitment that exist within every program and how […]
EP 9: Leading Through the Fog with Eric Boles – The Game Changers, Inc.
In this episode of the AD Insider Podcast, we take listeners inside a conversation with the Founder and President of The Game Changers, Inc., Eric Boles. Eric is a former NFL Player and now Executive […]
Inspect What You Expect with Lanness Robinson – Hillsborough County Public Schools (FL)
Lanness Robinson oversees an athletic program with 25,000 athletes, 2000 coaches and 27 athletic directors. He explains his process of training and communicating with his ADs through monthly meetings and weekly meetings for new ADs. […]
Advice for Young ADs with T.D. O’Hara – Norman Public Schools (OK)
In giving advice, T.D. O’Hara explains that not everyone is going to like or appreciate you. Make sure you understand the value of your family as that is the most important thing in your life. […]
Not All Types of Stress Are Bad with Will Hostrawser – LaVille Senior HS (IN)
Will Hostrawser discusses stress and explains that not all stress is bad. Eustress is good stress and provides incentive and motivation you need to get the job done. When this stress becomes a burden and […]
EP 8: Pandemic Survey Results & Live AD Roundtable
Watch the video above (or simply listen to the podcast audio) – Six Athletic Directors from across the country discuss the AD Insider Nat’l HS Athletic Director Survey Results. The panel answers questions regarding how […]
School Board Communications with Shawn Pratt (McKinney ISD – TX)
Is the school board up to date on the status of the athletic department? Watch as Shawn Pratt explains how he communicates with his board about the positive aspects of his program emphasizing athletes’ GPA, […]
Opportunity and Gender with Debbie Decker – Katy ISD
Debbie Decker explains that if a coach wants to move up to an Athletic Administrative position, gender is not a factor. What does matter is gaining as much experience as possible so that an individual […]
Preparing for CMAA Oral Exam with Tol Gropp – IHSAA
Tol Gropp discusses the procedures involved with working towards your oral CMAA presentation. He explains what is expected from you and the similarities and differences when compared to a written presentation. Expectations include an understanding […]
Investigations: Non-Legal Issues with Jason Parker, J.D. – Muskogee Public Schools (OK)
How often do you assess and audit your athletic programs? Watch as Jason Parker discusses using non-legal issues as a way to evaluate and improve your investigation process.
EP 7: What Now?! How the Coronavirus is Changing Interscholastic Sports Across the Country
In this episode of the AD Insider Podcast we reached out to four Athletic Directors across the country to ask what they have learned over the last few weeks, in terms of Emergency Action Plans, […]
Levels of Commitment with Jeff Janssen – Janssen Sports Leadership Center
Is your program comprised of people who see the work they put in as an investment or a sacrifice? Watch as Jeff Janssen discusses seven levels of commitment that exist within every program and how […]
Advice for New Athletic Directors: Take Care of Yourself with Adam and Kathy Bates
Adam and Kathy Bates discuss the importance of Athletic Directors taking care of themselves which allows them to be effective in their work environment. They recommend the following: exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, have […]
Advice on Approaching Building Projects with Paula Gonzalez – McAllen ISD
Paula Gonzalez explains that McAllen ISD and the city have a partnership on upgrades and renovations. This works well for the athletes and the community as both can share the facilities. Getting feedback from your […]
Taking 790 and Becoming a State Instructor with Mark Hunter – Executive Director, UIAAA
Mark Hunter explains the importance of taking course 790, becoming a state instructor and eventually a national instructor. As an instructor of 790 you must maintain the integrity of the Leadership Training Institute and the […]
The Ethics and Integrity Imperative
By: Dr. David Hoch, CMAA As an athletic administrator, you have countless tasks and responsibilities associated with the position. Every day is unique and you are extremely busy. It takes good time management skills, effort, […]