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Same job, different boss
How coaches can adapt under a new administrator The longer we work in the sports industry, the likelier it becomes that we will experience a change in the leadership of our organization. Turnover is a common reality at any school, so learning to...
California sees decline in prep football participation
Participation in high school sports across California is on the rise, but the same can't be said for football. [caption id="attachment_13710" align="alignright" width="238"] California Interscholastic Federation[/caption] The California Intersc...
Making the case for cuts
How cutting kids from teams has long-term benefits One of the most difficult times for any coach are tryouts. Some schools have programs where the numbers dictate the need for making cuts. No coach enjoys this part of the job — not a single on...
Parents risking it all to support their child’s sports futures
The pursuit of a professional sports career is one of the leading causes of sports specialization. And in some cases, it's a cause for financial ruin. [caption id="attachment_17158" align="alignright" width="284"] Photo: Kevin Hoffman[/caption...
Full scale fabric building to be erected at MINExpo
South Haven, Minnesota — Legacy Building Solutions, an innovative manufacturer of fabric structures on a rigid steel frame, is constructing a full scale, stand-alone fabric structure completely inside the Las Vegas Convention Center for ...
Colorado to try out 40-second play clock in prep football
Colorado will test out a 40-second play clock this season for high school football, becoming one of three states to experiment with the new rule. Colorado had been using a 25-second clock, one that started on the official's whistle once the ball ...
West Virginia takes aim at opioid use in prep sports
West Virginia's athletic association is partnering with groups around the state to tackle opioid abuse in high school sports. [caption id="attachment_17138" align="alignright" width="280"] West Virginia Secondary Schools Athletic Commission[/capti...
Help for the overwhelmed athletic administrator
Some athletic administrators are being asked to take on additional responsibilities beyond those involved with managing their program. This may be due to the difficult economic climate and the need to function with less available money for the distri...
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