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October 3, 2014
Graphics dress up Ohio University arena
Ohio University's Convocation Center was built more than 45 years ago, but few would ever suspect it. Over the last decade the venue has been upgraded with everything from video boards to "television quality lighting," creating an atmosphere unlike a...
October 2, 2014
Michigan AD responds to concussion mishap
How would you have handled the situation?...
October 1, 2014
Promoting your athletic program to the community
When most athletic directors hear the word marketing, their thoughts probably turn to filling seats and increasing the gate. While there is nothing wrong with this approach, marketing includes much more than simply improving attendance at contests. ...
September 17, 2014
Tidbits from Ohio athletic director survey
The Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) this summer conducted a survey on pay-to-play fees and other issues related to interscholastic sports. A few of the results were shared in its most recent magazine. From the OHSAA:• 46.1% of...
September 16, 2014
CrossFit event damages FIU basketball court
By Coach and Athletic Director staffReminder to athletic directors: be careful what you allow on your basketball courts.Florida International University learned that the hard way this week when a CrossFit event caused scratches and gashes all over it...
September 16, 2014
Communication 101 for the athletic director
Is there a more important skill for an athletic director to possess than the ability to communicate effectively? We're often judged, whether fairly or unfairly, on our proficiency to inform, explain, persuade or promote our program either verbally or...
September 15, 2014
Rutgers A.D. apologizes for fan behavior
By Coach and Athletic Director staffRutgers Athletic Director Julie Hermann issued a statement today apologizing for fan behavior at Saturday’s game against Penn State. A number of fans wore T-shirts that read “Beat Ped State,”...
September 8, 2014
Building on the Carmel High School tradition
Jim Inskeep knew this was what he wanted to do since his days as a student at nearby Carmel (Indiana) Junior High School. Not a professional athlete or even a coach — an athletic administrator. The trade was in his blood. His father, Roland, spe...
September 8, 2014
Windscreens spruce up Babson athletic fields
Sometimes bringing a fresh look to your athletic facilities doesn't require a major renovation. With a little creativity, the task can be much less daunting.Babson College, a Division III school located in eastern Massachusetts, is in the planning st...
August 27, 2014
Combating increased violence at games
Despite the best efforts of our athletic directors, there has been a significant increase in violence at our sporting events. Usually it has very little to do with the athletes on the field or court. Instead, it centers on those attending and hanging...
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