By: Michael Donahue, CMAA, Director of Athletics – The School District of Philadelphia in Pennsylvania “Creativity is most likely to take place at the edge of chaos and order” – Chris Bilton, Management and Creativity […]
EP 128: 2023 NADC Special: 13 Takeaways You Don’t Want to Miss
In this AD Insider | Thursday 30 episode, presented by Box Out Sports, we feature 13 different Athletic Directors who presented at the 2023 National Athletic Directors Conference in Orlando, Florida. In short snippets, we compiled […]
The Importance of Hiring the Right Coaches with Kevin Simmerman, CMAA – Blue Valley West High School (KS)
Kevin Simmerman explains hiring the right coaches is probably the most difficult job there is for an AD, but it is the most important. The focus is to get the right people to fit with […]
Responding to Inappropriate Language Directed at Coaches with Paula Gamble – Pflugerville ISD (TX)
Paula Gamble discusses how she deals with inappropriate language at live athletic events. She explains the anticipated crowd size will determine the number of school administrators attending an event. If a spectator or parent is […]
Proactive Strategies for Finding Coaches [NIAAA]
By: Jon Winer, CMAA – Athletic Director at Capitol Region Education Council One of the biggest hurdles athletic directors now face is finding quality coaches to lead interscholastic teams. This was a difficult task before […]
How to Lead Leaders (Coaches) with Eric Boles – The Game Changers, Inc.
Eric Boles discusses the role of an Athletic Director in leading the coaches of their athletic department. He stresses the importance of those leaders understanding what really matters the most. They must understand and accept […]
The Process of Letting People Go with Darryl Nance – Greenville County Schools (SC)
Darryl Nance discusses his formula for when a coach needs to be let go. It starts with an evaluation of the program based on factors such as participation level and the overall general feeling on […]
Better Grades, Better Attendance, Less Disciplinary Issues with Dr. Robert Zayas – NYSPHSAA
Dr. Zayas discusses the benefits of interscholastic athletics. Student-athletes consistently receive better grades, better school attendance, and less disciplinary issues. This clip comes from our AD Insider LIVE | Thursday 30, Episode #40. Click here […]
Being All About the Kids with Damion Hopkins, CAA – Royal ISD (TX)
Damion Hopkins explains how he has been pushed hard to continue to excel and was taught to never settle. When he speaks with the kids, coaches, or administrators, he explains that he wants what is […]
Myths of Work and Personal Life Balance for Athletic Administrators [NIAAA]
By: Cole Kanyer, CMAA – Ellensburg HS (WA) and Lauren McDaniel, CAA – Central Kitsap School District (WA) The profession of athletic administration is seemingly losing quality people at an alarming rate, and we must […]
EP 127: 2nd Semester Prepper with the Clark County School District
In this AD Insider | Thursday 30 episode, presented by Box Out Sports, we talked with the Clark County School District (Nevada) athletic department staff to get insight on how to prepare for the 2nd semester. […]
Appreciate Your Custodial Staff with Kelly Parker – North East ISD (TX)
Kelly Parker explains the importance of appreciating the custodial staff at your school. He explains how hard the custodial staff works, so he went to a local retailer and asked the store to donate a […]
Athletic Administrators Cannot Be “Too Busy” to Recognize Their Coach’s Impact [NIAAA]
By: Anne Julian, CAA: Athletic Director – Holy Cross High School (Covington, KY) and Joe Roberts, CAA: Athletic Director – Princeton City Schools (Cincinnati, OH) One of the best ways to show your coaches that […]
My Favorite Interview Question with Toby Tucker – Canyon ISD (TX)
Toby Tucker discusses his favorite question that he asks when interviewing a potential coaching applicant. He wants to know if the applicant, head, or assistant coach has done their homework regarding the program and what […]
Career Advice with Philip O’Neal – Mansfield ISD (TX)
Philip O’Neal advises individuals to continue their education and obtain the necessary administrative credentials for their individual state. Building a resume and developing interview and communication skills are key for career advancement.
Onboarding Off-Campus Coaches with Rob Rafeh – Marin Academy (CA)
Rob Rafeh discusses onboarding off-campus coaches in today’s scholastic environment. In some cases, over 25% of a school’s coaches are not on campus and they are not part of the fabric or culture of the […]
EP 126: Building a Personal Process for Greatness with Andy Chiles – Winter Park High School (FL)
In this AD Insider | Thursday 30 episode, presented by Concordia University Irvine, we sat down with Andy Chiles, a former NIAAA President and current Athletic Director at Winter Park High School in Winter Park, […]
Ethics in Sports Requires Four Key Virtues with Todd Pawelek – Falls City ISD (TX)
Todd Pawelek explains that ethics in sports require four key virtues: Fairness, Integrity, Responsibility, and Respect. Fairness is making sure that you follow established rules, especially residency requirements and the recruiting of athletes. Coaches as […]
Helping New Coaches Build Ownership One Tidbit at a Time with Jeff Kline, CMAA – Mt. Morris Consolidated Schools (MI)
Jeff Kline explains that he always meets with new coaches and reviews the handbook, responsibilities, and shares some inside info on practice schedules and times. He asks for the new coaches’ input when discussing scheduling, […]
How to Administer Alone or With Limited Staff [ NIAAA ]
By: Todd Gulluscio, CIAA, CMAA – Shelter Island Union Free School District (NY) and Kathy Masterson, CMAA – Westhampton Beach Union Free School District (NY) There are two basic concepts that can help you to […]
EP 125: A Career of Significance: 32 Years of Athletic Leadership with Darryl Nance, CMAA – Greenville County Schools (SC)
In this special AD Insider | Thursday 30 episode, presented by Concordia University Irvine, we traveled to Greenville, South Carolina to spotlight former NIAAA President, 2022 NFHS Citation Award Winner, and District Athletic Director of […]
Don’t Fight a Crocodile in the Water with Dr. Mark Rerick, CMAA – Univ. of North Dakota
“If you’re going to fight a crocodile, don’t do it in the water.” Dr. Mark Rerick explains that his goal is to change the nature of conversations with parents by emphasizing the department’s core values. […]
Fear Is Powerful, but It Is Better to Build and Not Break with Kate Leavell
Kate Leavell explains that fear is a powerful tool that works as a short-term motivational tool but requires more and more overtime to be effective. Eventually fear does not work, as the recipient tunes it […]
Why Young Athletics Directors Are Leaving the Job – AD Panelists
Watch 4 young Athletic Directors from across the country discuss the top reasons why young ADs are leaving the profession. Over-commitment and the impact on personal life which can lead to burnout, the lack of […]
EP 124: Reviving School Spirit: Boosting Pride in the Face of Declining Enrollment with Jeff Kline, CMAA – Mt. Morris Consolidated Schools (MI)
In this AD Insider | Thursday 30 episode, presented by Honest Game, we sat down with Jeff Kline, CMAA, Athletic Director and Facilities Director for Mt. Morris Consolidated Schools in Michigan. In this episode, we […]
Aligning Yourself with Positivity with Jon Payne, CMAA – Lockland Local Schools (OH)
Jon Payne discusses “Being On” by projecting positivity to the students and to change the culture within the school community. He has visual reminders at home, on his office door, and in his office stating […]
Incorporating eSports in Your Athletic Program with Dan Talbot, CMAA – Polk County Public Schools (FL)
Dan Talbot explains that times are changing to a more technological world. They have created an eSports program as part of their athletic department. eSports has taken off and attracts a different type of student-athlete […]
Education-Based Athletics: The Extended Classroom [NIAAA]
By: Brittany Spencer Grant, CMAA – Oregon High School (WI) It’s probably safe to say that most of us have heard the statement that athletics is an “extension of the classroom.” But, what exactly does […]
EP 123: Leading Yourself to Lead Others with Dr. Troy Urdahl, CMAA – St. Anthony Village High School (MN)
In this AD Insider | Thursday 30 episode, presented by Honest Game, we sat down with Dr. Troy Urdahl, CMAA, Director of Athletics, Activities, Facilities, and Transportation at St. Anthony Village High School in Minnesota. […]
EP 122: Can I “AI” That? Keys to Managing the AD, Teacher, and Parent Role
In this AD Insider | Thursday 30 episode, presented by Hudl, we sat down with Dena Anderson, Athletic Director at Horizon High School in Scottsdale, Arizona. In this episode, we covered the following topics: Keys […]