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April 23, 2026

NFHS launches course on sports betting risks

The National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) has added a new online education course to its catalogue. [caption id="attachment_28213" align="alignright" width="257"] Logo courtesy of NFHS[/caption] This month, the associatio...


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April 7, 2026

USTA Coaching, WeCoach partner to support tennis coaches

WeCoach, a nonprofit organization dedicated to recruiting and retaining women in coaching, has partnered with the U.S. Tennis Association’s USTA Coaching platform to launch a new program called “Serving All: Aspiring Coaches powered by WeCoach.â€...


Picture shows a coach giving postgame messages to football players on a bench after the game
April 1, 2026

Postgame coaching strategy: What to say after every game outcome

by Jeff Janssen, contributing writer

While what you say to your team before a game is important to motivate, focus and inspire players, what you say after a game also plays a key role in your team’s future success. I’ve seen some coaches do an excellent job of refocusing and motiva...


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March 24, 2026

High school coaches share key challenges in 2026 survey

by Wesley Sykes

Hiring quality assistants, problematic parents, and continuing education are among the most pressing issues facing high school coaches, according to Coach & Athletic Director’s seventh annual Coaches Survey. First launched in 2018, the survey ...


gamechanger
February 10, 2026

GameChanger unveils comprehensive product update

GameChanger recently unveiled the most comprehensive product update in its 15-year history, marking a major step forward in how families, athletes, coaches, fans, leagues, and organizations experience youth sports. With more than 15 new features s...


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January 29, 2026

MHSAA approves high school student-athletes to profit from NIL

Michigan has officially allowed high school student-athletes to profit from Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL), according to various reports. The state becomes the 46th — and first in 2026 — to allow high school student-athletes to profit off their ...


program
January 13, 2026

The year-round blueprint for strength, speed, and durability for your football program

As strength coaches, it is our job to minimize our athletes’ risk of injury while maximizing their overall athletic potential. When designing our training, we should see a program that varies in intensity and volume, while building on itself. Th...


books
December 16, 2025

Seven must-read books for coaches and athletic directors in 2026

Books are great resources to teach coaches and athletic administrators about philosophy, leadership, and team building. We regularly speak with athletic administrators who assign books to their coaching staff or coaches who require their captains to ...