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Q&A.D.: Branden Lippy on leadership philosophy, education-based athletics
[caption id="attachment_43786" align="aligncenter" width="620"] Branden Lippy, athletic director at Lampeter-Strasburg High School in Pennsylvania, has worked in athletics administration at the college and high school levels and emphasizes the import...

How athletic directors can deliver clearer, stronger messages
[caption id="attachment_43779" align="aligncenter" width="620"] Effective communication helps athletic directors deliver clear and effective messages to diverse audiences, improve clarity and strengthen engagement.[/caption] During a session deali...

Missouri governor signs high school athletics oversight bill
Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe has signed legislation that will establish a new oversight commission for high school athletics and activities in the state, ending what some reports have described as a yearslong push by some lawmakers to add independent ove...

Facility management strategies that boost athletic program revenue
[caption id="attachment_43710" align="aligncenter" width="620"] Athletic directors can strengthen athletic programs by treating school facilities as revenue-generating assets through camps, rentals and community partnerships. (Photo courtesy of the A...

Starting off strong: Tips for athletic trainers working with new coaches
[caption id="attachment_43705" align="aligncenter" width="620"] Successful athletic training programs depend on strong communication with coaches, athletic directors and school administrators.[/caption] Let’s be honest, the working relationship ...

Tools for success: Technology solutions for athletic departments
[caption id="attachment_27555" align="aligncenter" width="620"] Technology is critical to the success of athletic departments for reduced stress, improved decision-making and strategic planning, limited overload, earlier identification of burnout and...

New rule allows Iowa 8th graders to compete in high school sports
The Iowa Board of Education has approved a rule allowing eighth graders to compete in high school sports beginning Aug. 1 ahead of the 2026-27 school year. According to state officials, the rule is meant to increase participation in certain sports...

NFHS selects Davis Whitfield as new CEO
The National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) has selected current Chief Operating Officer Davis Whitfield as its next CEO, effective Aug. 1. [caption id="attachment_43655" align="alignleft" width="170"] Davis Whitfield[/caption...








