This AD Insider LIVE | Thursday 30 recording, presented by the National All Sports Coaches Summit, was a 30-minute sit down with Dr. Lee Dorpfeld, the Behavioral Health & Sport Psychology Coordinator for the Univ. […]
Evaluating the Hiring Process with Tony Dillingham – Jenks Public Schools (OK)
Tony Dillingham explains the importance of due diligence in the hiring process. Reach out to other ADs and Coaches who know the candidate in a professional and social manner. The interview process for hiring head […]
Preparing for Basketball Season with Dr. Lisa Langston – Fort Worth ISD
Dr. Lisa Langston explains the goal for the upcoming basketball season is for the student-athletes to have a positive experience and make it through an entire season. She is optimistic but admits that this will […]
Keys for a Good Handbook with Jill Stobber – Waterford Union High School (WI)
Jill Stobber explains her keys in developing a successful handbook. She recommends using multiple sources in reviewing what others have covered in their handbooks. The coaches have a simplified checklist for their pre-season, in-season and […]
Advice to New ADs with Greg Scott – Milan HS (TN)
Greg Scott explains that as a young Athletic Director he felt he needed to prove himself and tried to do all the tasks involved in his job. He recommends that new ADs need to learn […]
EP 24: Basketball Pandemic Protocols with Dr. Karissa Niehoff, Monica Maxwell, and Ryan Grunig
This AD Insider LIVE | Thursday 30 recording, presented by the National All Sports Coaches Summit, was a 30-minute sit down with: Dr. Karissa Niehoff – Exec. Director for the NFHS Monica Maxwell – AD, […]
Avoiding Team Conflicts with Hazing and Bullying with Brian Lewis – Jasper HS (IN)
Brian Lewis is not a fan of overnight team trips as hazing and bullying may occur and he discourages his coaches from planning them. There are instances when overnight trips are necessary, and the coaches […]
THSADA Fall Roundtable: UIL and THSADA Update
Dr. Susan Elza of the UIL recaps the most recent legislative council meeting and THSADA (Texas High School Athletic Directors Association) Members from across the state of Texas discuss how they are handling the transition […]
EP 23: Reducing Wrestling Risks During the Pandemic with Ron Higdon – Nebraska School Activities Association
This AD Insider LIVE | Thursday 30 recording, presented by the National All Sports Coaches Summit, was a 30-minute sit down with Ron Higdon, the former Associate Head Coach for the University of Nebraska at […]
Live Streaming Issues with Ryan Landis – Warwick School District (PA)
Ryan Landis gives high praise for live streaming an event but explains that several issues can present problems. Trying to find the right balance with event audio is a challenge. Hearing game sounds is awesome […]
The Dallas ISD Experience with Silvia Salinas – Dallas ISD (TX)
Silvia Salinas discusses the message she conveys to her staff and coaches regarding their duties and responsibilities. Focusing on the details and being organized is key. She wants the program not to be just okay, […]
Crisis Resolution: Boundary Conflicts with Andre’ Walker – Houston ISD
Andre’ Walker discusses conflict resolution focusing on two types of boundary conflicts. A boundary penetration example could involve coaches dealing with scheduling facility time or turf issues, thinking of themselves and not the good of […]
Who is Generation Z? with Thomas Smith – Valley HS (NV)
Thomas Smith discusses Generation Z and details issues that explain why they may be different. 54% of kids today do not have both biological parents at home which can impact their values. Some parents have […]
EP 22: AD Insider National Roundtable #5: Winter Sports Planning and the Quarantine Conundrum
In this episode of the AD Insider Podcast, we discuss with High School Athletic Directors from across the country how they are staying flexible through the Fall and preparing for Winter. Topics from this open […]
How to Recognize the Need for an Investigation with Jason Parker, J.D. – Muskogee Public Schools (OK)
Observations can be the key in recognizing the need for investigations. Jason details and gives examples of different types of allegations including the following: formal complaint or grievance, informal report or communication and decline of […]
EP 21: Live Streaming Lessons, Ticketing Nightmares, and Social Media Success with Ryan Landis – Warwick School District (PA)
This AD Insider LIVE | Thursday 30, presented by Hudl, will be a 30-minute sit down with Ryan Landis, the Athletic Director for Warwick School District (PA). This conversation touches on: Live Streaming Lessons Ticketing […]
EP 20: Texas Playoff Formats, Basketball Planning, and Maximizing Staff Capacity with Silvia Salinas – Dallas ISD (TX)
This AD Insider LIVE | Thursday 30, presented by Hudl, will be a 30-minute sit down with Silvia Salinas, the District Athletic Director for Dallas ISD (TX). This conversation touches on: Texas Playoff Formats Basketball […]
When an Athlete Tests Positive with Lanness Robinson – Hillsborough County Public Schools (FL)
Lanness Robinson explains the process involved when an athlete tests positive. The athlete is quarantined immediately, and the school will initiate contact tracing. This is based on someone being exposed to an infected individual for […]
The Pandemic’s Impact on Budgeting with Darryl Nance – Greenville County Schools (SC)
Darryl Nance explains how the pandemic has impacted fall revenues across the board from gate proceeds to fundraisers and advertising. This will influence the budget moving forward and cuts will possibly be made in scheduling, […]
Taming Toxic Parents: Think Positive with Meagan Frank
Meagan Frank explains the impact positive psychology has had on her life and explains the benefits especially when dealing with parents. She presents resources that are currently available to assist athletic directors and coaches in […]
Mental Health Concerns in Your School with Michael Gulino – Sleepy Hollow HS (NY)
Michael Gulino recommends that Athletic Directors should be aware of the athletes in their athletic program that have mental health issues. Coaches should be on a need to know in regards to an athlete’s mental […]
EP 19: Rivalry Recommendations, Forgotten Festivities, and Technology Transitions with Emily Barkley – Union Public Schools (OK)
This AD Insider LIVE | Thursday 30, presented by Hudl, is a 30-minute sit down with Emily Barkley, the Athletic Director for Union Public Schools in Tulsa, OK. This conversation touches on: Rivalry Game Recommendations […]
ADs Do Make a Difference with Jill Stobber – Waterford Union High School (WI)
Don’t only focus on the negatives. Jill explains that as hard as the AD position is there are many positive things that happen day to day and ADs do make a difference.
EP 18: Scaling Game Day Operations for a 28 High School District with Lanness Robinson – Hillsborough County Public Schools (FL)
This AD Insider LIVE | Thursday 30, presented by Hudl, is a 30-minute sit down with NIAAA President and District Athletic Director, Lanness Robinson of Hillsborough County Public Schools. This conversation touches on: Scaling game […]
Coaches Involvement in the Academic Process with Scott Nordi – Lakes HS (WA) Retired
Scott Nordi explains the importance of coaches being a part of the academic process of their school. Many coaches today are not teachers within the system, work outside the school, and are not familiar with […]
Managing Game Spectators with Molly Feesler
Molly Feesler explains how the school implements the plan created by the Governor and the State Athletic Association for managing game spectators. At each event, the school will have a compliance officer to make sure […]
Find a New Problem with Mike Elder – Avon HS (OH)
Mike Elder discusses toxic culture and provides insight on how to deal with the issue. He suggests finding a new problem: identify your key problems and work to solve them before moving on. When dealing […]
Officials and Sportsmanship with Doug Killgore (Retired)
Doug Killgore discusses the state of sportsmanship in today’s athletic environment. The decline of sportsmanship can be seen in the treatment of game officials and the backlash that is occurring as a result. Many school […]
Why More Training? [NIAAA]
By: Steve Bridge, CMAA – Washington Several coaches in the State of Washington are probably asking themselves this very question as the WIAA has put in place further training mandates for all football coaches. Before […]