By: David Tikker, CAA (WSSAAA Executive Director) – Spokane, Washington Our new executive director of the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA), Mick Hoffman, has an interesting little saying right before his email signature. It says, […]
In this AD Insider | Thursday 30 episode, presented by Concordia University Irvine, we sat down with Steve Throne, CMAA, Assistant Principal and Activities Director at Millard South High School in Nebraska. In this episode, […]
Many times, coaches in a school are older than the Athletic Director. It is possible that new ideas may clash with old ideas, but it is important to focus on the goal and what needs […]
Watch as Coach discusses mental toughness and how the term is valued and used a lot but has no clear definition. He states how critical it is that definitions are consistent within an organization so […]
Sportsmanship is important to all members of the athletic community especially to your coaches. They are the keys to any change you want to implement in your school’s culture. Everything that you see is either […]
In this AD Insider | Thursday 30 episode, presented by HomeTown Ticketing, we sat down with Lanness Robinson, CMAA, Director of Athletics for Hillsborough County Public Schools in Florida. In this episode, we cover the […]
Don Baker explains that you may have to adjust your leadership style based on the people you are serving. Depending on the issues or situations you deal with as an AD, it is sometimes necessary […]
Ben Tensay explains that he uses a model called ‘One Vision, One Mission’ that is based on working together for a common goal. He stresses to his coaches that it is not about ‘me,’ but […]
Deran Coe explains that for him, it is possible to discuss playing time with parents. If you immediately put up a wall by saying that playing time will not be discussed, then parents will not […]
By: Bill Fitzgerald, CMAA – Fremont, Nebraska As schools are looking to expand duties or consolidate positions for their current or next activities director, one should be aware of what it takes to be a […]
In this AD Insider LIVE | Thursday 30 episode, presented by the 2022 National High School Basketball Coaches Virtual Leadership Summit (click here to view this event’s website), we sat down with Dr. Tim Elmore, […]
In this AD Insider | Thursday 30 episode, presented by Concordia University Irvine, we sat down with Vicki Nelms, Assistant Principal and Athletic Director for Adrienne C. Nelson High School in Oregon. In this episode, […]
In this AD Insider Digital Ticketing Talks episode, presented by HomeTown Ticketing, we sit down with Steve Keasler, Executive Director of Athletics at Carroll ISD, to discuss: Sellout Crowds: What we simplified to manage full […]
In this AD Insider | Thursday 30 episode, presented by Rogers Athletic Company, we sat down with Doug Gnodtke, Executive Associate AD and Chief of Staff for University of Michigan Athletics. In this episode, we […]
Fred Smith explains that the battle of the fans was developed by students for the purpose of creating positivity and sportsmanship at school athletic events. The goal is to get the entire student body involved […]
Scott Garvis explains that it is key to hire people that fit the mission and vision of your athletic department. He recommends making the effort to find candidates instead of them finding you by utilizing […]
Stephen Mackey believes that everything needed to be successful in life can be learned through sports. Sports do not make great young men and women but coaches using sports can make great young men and […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. 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 […]
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 […]
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: […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
