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Kennedy High School (Iowa) Athletic Director Aaron Stecker discusses what qualities he looks for when hiring new coaches into his program. [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hvb_GdDyJMc[/embed]... continue »

Coaches at Kennedy High School (Iowa) discuss the district's no-cut policy and the challenges it creates within their programs. https://youtu.be/e_LfeRe6f5k... continue »

Kim Barnes Arico, head women's basketball coach at the University of Michigan, describes one of her conditioning drills at the 2014 Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan Coaches Clinic in Lansing, Michigan. http://youtu.be/ipU6W7LpZI4 Note: Athletes run as solos (half-court, back, full-court, back, half-court, back, free throw line, back) or pairs (each runs half-court, back, full-court, ba... continue »

Kennedy High School (Iowa) coaches talk about how they get buy-in from new players who join their programs. https://youtu.be/NCaHWxSd_FQ... continue »

Think it can be tough to coach high school sports? You're not alone. Watch Kennedy High School (Iowa) coaches discuss some of the greatest challenges of their jobs. https://youtu.be/SvUigQmHeac... continue »

Coaches at Kennedy High School (Iowa) talk about why they believe it's important to preach multi-sport participation to student-athletes. https://youtu.be/e2iiMoYDe7A... continue »

There are seemingly hundreds of unique methods coaches use to choose captains for their respective programs. Listen to coaches at Kennedy (Iowa) High School describe their strategies. [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cjSyCGViDG4[/embed]... continue »

Kennedy High School (Iowa) head football coach Brian White talks about team unity and how an idea from Kansas State University helped strengthen the players' commitment. [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wJ4gxZxnICg[/embed]... continue »

http://youtu.be/wLyUdoePWKo Ohio Northern University football coach Dean Paul shows off a few of the drills he uses to improve his defensive backs.... continue »

http://youtu.be/zjQFisF2iLY Former NFL running back Ahman Green speaks about his Green Bay-based D1 program that tutors athletes on how to be leaders in life, not just sports.... continue »

http://youtu.be/B074GPsFAxs Former Nebraska and Green Bay Packers running back Ahman Green talks about the importance of players believing in themselves with a story from his youth football days in Omaha, Nebraska.... continue »

Ohio Northern University football coach Dean Paul shows off a few of the drills he uses to improve his defensive backs. [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wLyUdoePWKo[/embed]... continue »

http://youtu.be/3RpFukoYDVg Rich Czeslawski of Pure Sweat Basketball and Crystal Lake High School (Illinois) discusses the “grind” of coaching and why it’s important to unplug and get away from time to time.... continue »

http://youtu.be/a-5g24esRfA Rich Czeslawski of Pure Sweat Basketball and Crystal Lake High School (Illinois) discusses why referring to coaching as “the grind” sets a negative tone and discourages others from wanting to coach for the right reasons.... continue »

http://youtu.be/mvwYCna4_gQ Rich Czeslawski of Pure Sweat Basketball and Crystal Lake High School (Illinois) talks about how the overwhelmingly majority of coaches, including club coaches, are in it for the right reasons.... continue »

http://youtu.be/j-GGYqDY-_0 Rich Czeslawski of Pure Sweat Basketball and Crystal Lake High School (Illinois) discusses building lasting relationships with others through coaching.... continue »

http://youtu.be/KQefmsepnKI Rich Czeslawski of Pure Sweat Basketball and Crystal Lake High School (Illinois) talks about how he and his family sit down once a week plan family events to assure they spend time together.... continue »

http://youtu.be/IujbEioE5WU Joe Headen, head football coach at Susquehanna High School (Pennsylvania), talks about changing the culture of a team after becoming the head coach.... continue »

http://youtu.be/Zsae2oBQxMk Joe Headen, head football coach at Susquehanna High School (Pennsylvania), talks about why he encourages student-athletes to play multiple sports.... continue »

http://youtu.be/gKh3YnOM5uE Joe Headen, head football coach at Susquehanna High School (Pennsylvania), discusses what he looks for in assistant coaches.... continue »

http://youtu.be/hSwj1u5wMaY Joe Headen, head football coach at Susquehanna High School (Pennsylvania), discusses negative attitudes and how he deals with them among his players.... continue »

http://youtu.be/D5ZUV4iRt44 Joe Headen, head football coach at Susquehanna High School (Pennsylvania), explains why professional development is important to becoming a great coach.... continue »

https://youtu.be/JGjSTFzoFyY Bob Barber, boys and girls swimming coach at Hinsdale Central High School (Illinois), talks about keeping his athletes fresh amid constant training and practices.... continue »

https://youtu.be/ZnQhPQtqhGQ Bob Barber, boys and girls swimming coach at Hinsdale Central High School (Illinois), discusses the dry land routines he uses to train his swimmers.... continue »

https://youtu.be/eujLcZY2NjE Dan Hartman, football coach at Hinsdale Central High School (Illinois), discusses how he makes time to speak with all his athletes — varsity, junior varsity and freshman players.... continue »

https://youtu.be/fNbU5hHwcik Jim Westphal, boys cross country coach at Hinsdale Central High School (Illinois), talks about why culture is the key to success in his program.... continue »

https://youtu.be/4Fa7WvtCoBU Jason Ziemer, head baseball coach at Hinsdale Central High School (Illinois), reveals how he engages in discussions about playing time with parents.... continue »

https://youtu.be/fh2QlTeBnOA Daniel Jones, athletic director at Hinsdale Central High School (Illinois), discusses how he increases participation in athletics.... continue »

https://youtu.be/TzEKuqawPgs Nick Latorre, boys basketball and girls golf coach at Hinsdale Central High School (Illinois), talks about why he doesn't like to hand out individual awards at the end of the season.... continue »

https://youtu.be/LUBzfuMJfH8 Nick Latorre, boys basketball and girls golf coach at Hinsdale Central High School (Illinois), talks about how he's able to get parents to help instead of hurt his programs.... continue »

https://youtu.be/IgIRKFV7svY Mike Wiggins, boys soccer coach at Hinsdale Central High School (Illinois), breaks down how he's proactive in preventing injuries to his players.... continue »

http://youtu.be/5kvuGyVgoX8 Cheryl Reeve, head coach of the WNBA's Minnesota Lynx, talks about assistant coaches and what they need to do to prepare for a head coaching job.... continue »

http://youtu.be/Fu9UdeF-6F4 Cheryl Reeve, head coach of the WNBA's Minnesota Lynx, gives insight into a typical practice for her team.... continue »

http://youtu.be/1NCXzOTyUL0 Cheryl Reeve, head coach of the WNBA's Minnesota Lynx, talks about the skills that are important for her post players.... continue »

http://youtu.be/veDxi88Ulw0 Mike Neighbors, head women's basketball coach at the University of Washington, talks about what high school coaches can do to help their athletes prepare for the college level.... continue »

http://youtu.be/pT3lW9T7fW8 Mike Neighbors, head women's basketball coach at the University of Washington, talks about how he teaches players to limit turnovers in games.... continue »

http://youtu.be/EEtutX-kqOY Mike Neighbors, head women's basketball coach at the University of Washington, discusses "teaching a winning mentality" to help players and coaches bounce back after a rough season.... continue »

http://youtu.be/dISVqT7mqrQ Cheryl Reeve, head coach of the WNBA's Minnesota Lynx, discusses what it takes to become a great coach.... continue »

https://youtu.be/o1Yz0hCCwzk Dan Hartman, head football coach at Hinsdale Central High School (IL), talks about why working with a feeder program is important to the success of varsity programs.... continue »

https://youtu.be/npmetScf_3A Bob Barber, the boys and girls swimming coach at Hinsdale Central High School (IL), discusses why coaches must delegate responsibilities to assistant coaches to help their program succeed.... continue »

https://youtu.be/zptiyP6A5EY Bob Barber, the boys and girls swimming coach at Hinsdale Central High School (IL), talks about the value in having a shared vision with club coaches in the community.... continue »

https://youtu.be/9EU6Ehn66tM Jim Westphal, boys cross country coach at Hinsdale Central High School (IL), talks about how he was able to double participation in his program.... continue »

https://youtu.be/Dg9fqZVoQsk Jim Westphal, boys cross country coach at Hinsdale Central High School (IL), explains how he helps to minimize injuries amongst his student-athletes.... continue »

https://youtu.be/K-qYc8JKerU Nick Latorre, boys basketball and girls golf coach at Hinsdale Central High School (IL), discusses the keys to balancing coaching duties between two sports.... continue »

https://youtu.be/SrKqHy4IeSQ Dan Hartman, head football coach at Hinsdale Central High School (IL), explains why coaches must be life-long learners, always exploring new ways to develop their teams on and off the playing field.... continue »

https://youtu.be/Fb_vjDXBkUc Jason Ziemer, baseball coach at Hinsdale Central High School (IL), discusses why it's important for seniors and freshmen to interact within your program.... continue »

https://youtu.be/aI6fPS1n_E8 Mike Wiggins, boys soccer coach at Hinsdale Central High School (IL), shares his thoughts on preparing athletes for high-pressure games.... continue »

https://youtu.be/RGh0EYyYAaw Jason Ziemer, baseball coach at Hinsdale Central High School (IL), talks about creating stability in a program that's had constant turnover at the coaching position.... continue »

https://youtu.be/oCkrhlrFn10 Daniel Jones, athletic director at Hinsdale Central High School (IL), discusses how his school has found and retained quality coaches.... continue »

https://youtu.be/VIqvT7yQ1Y4 Daniel Jones, athletic director at Hinsdale Central High School (IL), talks about professional development and why it's a priority in his school to continuously educate coaches.... continue »

https://youtu.be/ZLSNqwnBp8Y Nick Latorre, boys basketball and girls golf coach at Hinsdale Central High School (IL), talks about his method for selecting team leaders and why designating captains might not always be the best approach.... continue »

http://youtu.be/tX9Qzfv8Ctg Cheryl Reeve, head coach of the WNBA's Minnesota Lynx, reveals what she values most in her offense: guard play.... continue »

http://youtu.be/yFusc7IOQgw Mike Neighbors, head women's basketball coach at the University of Washington, offers advice to first-year coaches who want to start off strong with their programs.... continue »

http://youtu.be/clWOq2KUYM8 Mike Neighbors, head women's basketball coach at the University of Washington, explains why it's important for coaches to practice how they play.... continue »

http://youtu.be/-91RZHvSSQY Cheryl Reeve, head coach of the WNBA's Minnesota Lynx, talks about the growth in girls basketball and how more athletes are showing interest.... continue »

Jason Adkins, head soccer coach at Smithson Valley High School (Texas), talks about the value in having disciplined players who are accountable for their actions. ... continue »

http://youtu.be/hRb8KP6tMpM Mike Neighbors, head women's basketball coach at the University of Washington, discusses what's important when serving as an assistant coach.... continue »

https://youtu.be/ILGe_Aa2_cs Charles Welde, wide receivers coach at Victor Valley College in California, reveals some of his coaching staff's strategies for building a tight-knit group that shares the same values and philosophies.... continue »

Kevin Bryant, CMAA, Thrive Athletic Consulting, talks about having non-teacher coaches embrace the "teacher mentality." ... continue »

https://youtu.be/mQuDXhiEjYE Charles Welde, wide receivers coach at Victor Valley College in California, talks about why coaches and athletes must be careful about what they post on social networks.... continue »

Dr. David Hoch, CMAA, talks about handling sensitive issues like firing and reprimanding coaches. ... continue »

http://youtu.be/LYZvzMd-7DQ Cheryl Reeve, head coach of the WNBA's Minnesota Lynx, talks about how coaches can move up the career ladder and meet their goals.... continue »

https://youtu.be/XgEINI4Kews Charles Welde, wide receivers coach at Victor Valley College in California, discusses locker room culture and what coaches should do to maintain positivity within the team.... continue »

https://youtu.be/UJc-wxNVHlM Charles Welde, wide receivers coach at Victor Valley College in California, offers tips on how high school athletes can create a highlight film that's going to get noticed by college coaches.... continue »

https://youtu.be/X0id391UXgo Charles Welde, wide receivers coach at Victor Valley College in California, talks about "making yourself valuable" and how coaches can climb the ladder to reach their career goals.... continue »

https://youtu.be/YYfPeDb2hKs Charles Welde, wide receivers football coach at Victor Valley College in California, talks about teaching players to become team leaders.... continue »

Dr. Harry Kerasidis of XLNTbrain talks about his product and how it can help student-athletes in the fight against head injuries. ... continue »

Dr. David Hoch, CMAA, talks about how athletic directors should address hazing situations at their schools.  ... continue »

Kevin Bryant, CMAA, Thrive Athletic Consulting, discusses how athletic directors should go about finding the best candidates for their vacant coaching positions.... continue »

Dr. Harry Kerasidis of XLNTbrain talks about why concussions seem more prevalent at the high school level and what programs can do about it. ... continue »

Dr. David Hoch, CMAA, discusses how coaches and athletic administrators should go about hiring assistant coaches for individual teams.... continue »

Dr. Harry Kerasidis of XLNTbrain discusses baseline testing and how programs should combat concussions by educating their coaches.... continue »

Kevin Bryant, CMAA, Thrive Athletic Consulting, highlights the various opportunities athletic programs have in promoting their teams.... continue »

Dr. David Hoch, CMAA, discusses how athletic departments should handle controversy or crisis situations.... continue »

Kevin Bryant, CMAA, Thrive Athletic Consulting, discusses why it's important that coaches and athletic administrators work together when hiring assistant coaches. ... continue »

Dr. David Hoch, CMAA, discusses how athletic administrators can overcome the challenges of having to be everywhere at once, supporting all of their programs equally.... continue »

Kevin Bryant, CMAA, Thrive Athletic Consulting, talks about common mistakes athletic directors make during the hiring process of a new coach.... continue »

Dr. David Hoch, CMAA, talks about considerations athletic directors must have when hiring coaches that aren't teachers.... continue »

Kevin Bryant, CMAA, Thrive Athletic Consulting, talks about the challenges with non-teacher coaches in our athletic programs.... continue »

http://youtu.be/jV6EFR-dBLk Kim Barnes Arico, head women's basketball coach at the University of Michigan, shows the audience how she practices transition offense at the 2014 Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan Coaches Clinic in Lansing, Michigan. Note: Have your 4s and 5s start under the basket.Your guards are broken up into two groups on either side of the floor. The guards lined up on ... continue »

http://youtu.be/cEdCH65I5VY Kim Barnes Arico, head women's basketball coach at the University of Michigan, describes one of her shooting/rebounding drills at the 2014 Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan Coaches Clinic in Lansing, Michigan. Note: The goal is to score 25 points in 2 minutes. 3s are worth 2 points and all other shots are worth 1. If the ball hits the ground or a put-back is ... continue »

http://youtu.be/t8ozQ2gO3-k Kim Barnes Arico, head women's basketball coach at the University of Michigan, shows off her Rebounding Toughness Drill at the 2014 Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan Coaches Clinic in Lansing, Michigan. Note: This is a 2-on-2 drill. Split your players into two teams and put 4 minutes on the clock. Each group goes for 45 seconds at a time. The ball is dead if... continue »

http://youtu.be/7y06BFqXKgI Kim Barnes Arico, head women's basketball coach at the University of Michigan, breaks down her Rebounding and Finishing Drill at the 2014 Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan Coaches Clinic in Lansing, Michigan.... continue »

http://youtu.be/unS05I7tQMs Kim Barnes Arico, head women's basketball coach at the University of Michigan, displays her Defensive Pressure Drill during a session at the 2014 Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan Coaches Clinic in Lansing, Michigan.... continue »

http://youtu.be/2USwQI9zN0I Oakland University men's basketball coach Greg Kampe teaches his no rule rebounding drill at the 2014 Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan Coaches Clinic in Lansing, Michigan. The team that scores on a rebound goes to the back of the line at the top of the key. After desired time of play, the losing teams run. There are no fouls and no out of bounds.... continue »

http://youtu.be/3d9jI5XWtjs Oakland University men's basketball coach Greg Kampe demonstrates one of his progression drills that builds to 5-on-5 at the 2014 Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan Coaches Clinic in Lansing, Michigan.... continue »

http://youtu.be/AzTVxuZwQ-c Oakland University men's basketball coach Greg Kampe demonstrates a drill that helps improve defense at the 2014 Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan Coaches Clinic in Lansing, Michigan.... continue »

http://youtu.be/cnrkOvBrKME Oakland University men's basketball coach Greg Kampe describes one of his favorite warm-up drills at the 2014 Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan Coaches Clinic in Lansing, Michigan.... continue »

http://youtu.be/W9jNwOppVUg Oakland University men's basketball coach Greg Kampe breaks down an excellent shooting drill at the 2014 Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan Coaches Clinic in Lansing, Michigan.... continue »

http://youtu.be/yf1opudZAAA Oakland University men's basketball coach Greg Kampe runs a full-court drill at the 2014 Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan Coaches Clinic in Lansing, Michigan.... continue »

http://youtu.be/Q1OElmiQUGA Oakland University men's basketball coach Greg Kampe showcases his staple Closeout Drill at the 2014 Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan Coaches Clinic in Lansing, Michigan. Coaches can run any play out of this closeout drill.... continue »

http://youtu.be/XqpZKvBQ4TM Dwayne Stephens, associate head men's basketball coach at Michigan State University, asks coaches what they demand of their players and how it pays off.... continue »

http://youtu.be/kq1Utlgk9NM Dwayne Stephens, associate head men's basketball coach at Michigan State University, discusses why talking about championships is key to making it all possible.... continue »

http://youtu.be/a14JArNfmAg Dwayne Stephens, associate head men's basketball coach at Michigan State University, discusses the reasons coaches need to work on their communication skills.... continue »

http://youtu.be/l566XtDckqY Dwayne Stephens, associate head men's basketball coach at Michigan State University, talks about how the Spartans coaching staff deals with the perils of social media.... continue »

http://youtu.be/pG69rLj1kfk Dwayne Stephens, associate head men's basketball coach at Michigan State University, breaks down why trust and relationships are the most important aspects of your basketball program.... continue »

http://youtu.be/2oUs7ZB542M Dwayne Stephens, associate head men's basketball coach at Michigan State University, talks about the challenges of handling distractions within your program.... continue »

http://youtu.be/6vm-COrHiWg Dwayne Stephens, associate head men's basketball coach at Michigan State University, talks about how Tom Izzo creates an atmosphere of "our team" versus "my team."... continue »

http://youtu.be/zXsmm-VhX5s Dwayne Stephens, associate head men's basketball coach at Michigan State University, talks about the value of getting parents and families involved in the program.... continue »

Jason Adkins, head soccer coach at Smithson Valley High School (Texas), talks about why coaches should provide players with written evaluations.... continue »

http://youtu.be/RfRzbry4moM Chris Mack, head men's basketball coach at Xavier University, describes a few of the qualities that make up the ideal point guard.... continue »

http://youtu.be/GTT38nncAdI Chris Mack, head men's basketball coach at Xavier University, describes "running the circuit," a drill that he uses to open his practices.... continue »

http://youtu.be/AJE7dBIa7P8 Scott Heady, head boys basketball coach at Carmel High School (Indiana), talks about how he keeps his players motivated as they continue to succeed at a high level.... continue »

https://youtu.be/a-CgV3Uxf7s Jason Adkins, head soccer coach at Smithson Valley High School (Texas), talks about why coaches should provide players with written evaluations.... continue »

http://youtu.be/ZhPfi6g7FN0 Brian Morehouse, head women's basketball coach at Hope College (Holland, Michigan), describes his team motto of "win everything," and how players need to be their best all the time, on and off the court.... continue »

http://youtu.be/W6Ob2CYXTAc Brian Morehouse, head women's basketball coach at Hope College (Holland, Michigan), reviews strategies for beating the 1-3-1 trap.... continue »

http://youtu.be/5t0fitrfQ28 Brian Morehouse, head women's basketball coach at Hope College (Holland, Michigan), discusses how the relationship between a player and coach helps your program on the court.... continue »

http://youtu.be/H3hoqTD34mI Brian Morehouse, head women's basketball coach at Hope College (Holland, Michigan), discusses what characteristics a player must possess to be a point guard.... continue »

http://youtu.be/CZBAF_HuvGs Brian Morehouse, head women's basketball coach at Hope College (Holland, Michigan), talks about points of emphasis and determining what aspects of the game are "non-negotiables" in your program.... continue »

http://youtu.be/OHy0A48Lts0 Brian Morehouse, head women's basketball coach at Hope College (Holland, Michigan), talks about the importance of meeting with team leaders to establish mutual goals.... continue »

As the father of 3 children and a veteran performance coach, Stronger Team’s Alan Stein has seen the good, the bad and the ugly from parents of high school basketball players. This video shares some constructive guidelines to help moms and dads truly enjoy the experience of having a child who plays high school sports.While this video is directed towards the parents of high school age players... continue »

Jason Adkins, head soccer coach at Smithson Valley High School (Texas), discusses the challenges in running a team with a large number of athletes.... continue »

https://youtu.be/Dt94vChFOD8 Jason Adkins, head soccer coach at Smithson Valley High School (Texas), breaks down his player contracts and how they can help your program.... continue »

Jason Adkins, head soccer coach at Smithson Valley High School (Texas), breaks down his player contracts and how they can help your program.... continue »

Rockford High School (Michigan) girls lacrosse coach Mike Emery discusses the types of certifications and other education young lacrosse coaches must acquire. ... continue »

https://youtu.be/eitMLNmYmpw Mike Bostic, head boys and girls tennis coach at Carmel High School (Indiana), gives insight into how he manages to observe all his athletes during tennis matches.... continue »

https://youtu.be/G1k6sgxEccU Mike Bostic, head boys and girls tennis coach at Carmel High School (Indiana), talks about how he gets his seniors to embrace their roles as team leaders.... continue »

https://youtu.be/DuonjJFzNPY Mike Bostic, head boys and girls tennis coach at Carmel High School (Indiana), talks about the potential obstacles in overseeing two different teams.... continue »

https://youtu.be/EFeTkDhzzK0 Mike Bostic, head boys and girls tennis coach at Carmel High School (Indiana), discusses why he decided to choose coaching as a profession.... continue »

https://youtu.be/teKU5k1cxFE Frank Dixon, head girls soccer coach at Carmel High School (Indiana), talks about how he creates a family-like atmosphere amongst his team.... continue »

https://youtu.be/FJ9BPz_yJDs Frank Dixon, head girls soccer coach at Carmel High School (Indiana), offers his thoughts on the value feeder systems can have to varsity programs.... continue »

https://youtu.be/ewsyq2jbGDU Frank Dixon, head girls soccer coach at Carmel High School (Indiana), discusses "economical training" and how all his conditioning exercises are done with a soccer ball.... continue »

https://youtu.be/eKDyfVql7ac Emily Good, head softball coach at Carmel High School (Indiana), discusses why loyalty is such an important attribute among coaching staffs.... continue »

https://youtu.be/oqmBhquIj6w Emily Good, head softball coach at Carmel High School (Indiana), offers advice on dealing with playing time issues with athletes.... continue »

https://youtu.be/cghwpU2KHBw Emily Good, head softball coach at Carmel High School (Indiana), talks about team building and how she creates a family-like atmosphere in her program.... continue »

https://youtu.be/mNbci1nke-w Emily Good, head softball coach at Carmel High School (Indiana), discusses her strategies for selecting team captains each year.... continue »

https://youtu.be/ne-0duRuXRY Scott Heady, head boys basketball coach at Carmel High School (Indiana), talks about how he keeps his players motivated as they continue to succeed at a high level.... continue »

https://youtu.be/qhGs4qMNDzk Scott Heady, head boys basketball coach at Carmel High School (Indiana), breaks down his practice schedule and how it has worked for his staff.... continue »

https://youtu.be/blCgeLviyn8 Scott Heady, head boys basketball coach at Carmel High School (Indiana), discusses the value in having his basketball players focus on skill work during the offseason.... continue »

https://youtu.be/aS4RdxKNw6E Scott Heady, head boys basketball coach at Carmel High School (Indiana), talks about establishing expectations and a positive culture in his program.... continue »

https://youtu.be/kiYJhN4kZbg Jim Inskeep, athletic director at Carmel High School (Indiana), discusses his role in working with booster clubs to benefit Carmel's many sports programs.... continue »

https://youtu.be/_Hc3Fe-Hpzg Jim Inskeep, athletic director at Carmel High School (Indiana), offers insight into how he goes about hiring coaches who will fit in with his program.... continue »

https://youtu.be/5rEIJVxwFR0 Jim Inskeep, athletic director at Carmel High School (Indiana), talks about how his staff encourages student-athletes to participate in as many sports as they can handle.... continue »

https://youtu.be/9Y8CsVunU_E Jim Inskeep, athletic director at Carmel High School (Indiana), discusses the expanding roles of athletic administrators and how he welcomes additional responsibilities.... continue »

https://youtu.be/PGcXSljlkiE Jim Inskeep, athletic director at Carmel High School (Indiana), talks about what it takes for athletic administrators to run a successful sports department.... continue »

https://youtu.be/TNJkdjxUWBY Jim Inskeep, athletic director at Carmel High School (Indiana), shares tips for retaining quality coaches within his program.... continue »

https://youtu.be/GNQZSRdvg_c Jim Inskeep, athletic director at Carmel High School (Indiana), talks about his strategies for building positive relationships with parents in the community.... continue »

https://youtu.be/32vJEjvJIxg Mark Ellington, girls cross country coach at Carmel High School (Indiana), talks about the challenges in succeeding a successful coach who was with the program for a long period of time.... continue »

https://youtu.be/M3GAed1sd7A Mark Ellington, girls cross country coach at Carmel High School (Indiana), explains what's important to focus on during his cross country practices.... continue »

https://youtu.be/X5V841NbZ8I Mark Ellington, girls cross country coach at Carmel High School (Indiana), talks about how he manages the large number of athletes within his program.... continue »

Suzy Merchant, head women’s basketball coach at Michigan State University, discusses what it takes to be a leader on her team. Vision, values and voice are a must, she said.... continue »

Rockford High School (Michigan) Athletic Director Tim Erickson talks about how coaches in his department make a point to involve parents instead of pushing them away.... continue »

Rockford High School (Michigan) boys basketball coach Nick Allen discusses whether club basketball programs have created a lot of problems with the lessons he’s trying to teach his athletes.  ... continue »

Rockford High School (Rockford, Michigan) girls track coach Randy Vanderveen talks about balancing his roles with the track team and as defensive coordinator for the school’s football team.... continue »

Rockford High School (Michigan) softball coach Troy Brown talks about how camps help improve the softball culture in Rockford while growing the visibility of his program and attracting future athletes.  ... continue »

Rockford High School (Rockford, Michigan) boys basketball coach Nick Allen gives advice for anyone following in the footsteps of a successful coach in their respective sports.  ... continue »

David Hoch, a retired athletic administrator with 16 years of experience, breaks down effective communication strategies to help athletic directors reach their constituents.... continue »

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http://youtu.be/k3azDjV8eok Lindsay Gottlieb, head women's basketball coach at the University of California, discusses why verbal feedback is so important to young student-athletes.... continue »

Rockford High School (Rockford, Mich.) football coach Ralph Munger discusses playing time within his program and how he’s able to avoid conflicts.  ... continue »

David Hoch, a retired athletic administrator with 16 years of experience, discusses the most effective way to evaluate the coaches in your school and collaborate on a blueprint for success.... continue »

David Hoch, a retired athletic administrator with 16 years of experience, talks about sport specialization and how coaches can encourage student-athletes to participate in multiple programs.... continue »

Mark Dantonio, head football coach at Michigan State University, discusses the importance of planning and achieving program goals during the 2014 Michigan High School Football Coaches Association Annual Winners Circle Football Clinic.... continue »

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Rockford High School (Rockford, Mich.) girls track coach Randy Vanderveen talks about balancing his roles with the track team and as defensive coordinator for the school’s football team.... continue »

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David Hoch, a retired athletic administrator with 16 years of experience, discusses methods for diffusing sticky situations with hostile parents.  ... continue »

Rockford High School (Rockford, Mich.) girls lacrosse coach Mike Emery offers advice for athletic directors who are considering adding lacrosse to the school’s offerings.  ... continue »

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Jay Hammes, the athletic director at Racine Horlick High School (Racine, Wis.), offers his take on how to keep your facilities, fans, players, coaches and administrators safe during an athletic event. In the second video, he urges athletic directors to consider instituting a plan for all spectators to show photo ID before entering a contest. Check out the videos and see if these ideas could wor... continue »

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Sponsored By: Developing a Program That’s 'Cool' to be in Steve Kostka, head girls track coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), explains how the school has succeeded in making the track program ‘cool’ to be in. That success has grown the girls track team to close to 200 members and the boys team consistently has more than 200 members.  ... continue »

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Sponsored By: Building Trust With Support and Understanding The Overlake School (Redmond, Wash.) head girls lacrosse coach Sue Haviland says that being a teacher and coach allows her (and her co-workers) to be more in-touch with student-athletes. The bonds they form and an open line of communication allow them to accommodate and understand their athletes off the court, building more trus... continue »

Sponsored By: The Time to Make Changes in Your Program Vince Mancuso, head baseball coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), talks about the process of implementing changes into the baseball program. It's best to wait for the offseason to implement major changes.  ... continue »

Sponsored By:The Positive Impact of School ConnectednessSt. Anthony Village High School (Minneapolis, Minn.) athletics and activities director Troy Urdahl says that keeping students connected to the school through sports and activities helps create a positive influence in their lives outside of school.... continue »

Sponsored By: Extra Assistants Give Attention Where it’s Needed Chris Herriot, head boys track coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), relies on the help of assistant coaches to make sure all team members receive attention.  ... continue »

https://youtu.be/pVgyvBegfZI Rockford High School (Rockford, Mich.) girls lacrosse coach Mike Emery offers advice for athletic directors who are considering adding lacrosse to the school's offerings.... continue »

https://youtu.be/pYcGbz6JpGY Rockford High School (Rockford, Mich.) girls track coach Randy Vanderveen talks about balancing his roles with the track team and as defensive coordinator for the school's football team.... continue »

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https://youtu.be/8ZPZlof8oJU Rockford High School (Rockford, Mich.) boys water polo coach Dave McWatters talks about coaching a sport he has never played.... continue »

https://youtu.be/SyqqiNuvmkA Rockford High School (Rockford, Mich.) boys water polo coach Dave McWatters discusses how he creates excitement for a sport that's unfamiliar to many athletes.... continue »

https://youtu.be/dJbHMR3sNzg Rockford High School (Rockford, Mich.) boys water polo coach Dave McWatters talks about how he's able to curb conflicts with parents before they arise.... continue »

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Sponsored By:Nurturing a Supportive CultureVista Murrieta High School (Murrieta, Calif.) football coach Coley Candaele teaches his team to value the support they have from the school and outside community. He reminds them not all high school environments are like this, so they need to do their part and give back as well.... continue »

Sponsored By:Developing Your Own PhilosophyKevin Flegner, activities director at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), shares his personal philosophy for running an athletic program.... continue »

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Sponsored By:Finding Space for Every SportTom Truttschel, head girls lacrosse coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), says that finding practice space in a program as large as Arrowhead’s presents challenges and discusses how they manage the "space" obstacle. ... continue »

Sponsored By:Getting Student-Athletes to Stay Involved While InjuredThe Overlake School (Redmond, Wash.) works with athletes while they are injured to keep them involved, as junior Devin Daher (two-sport athlete) relates from his experience.... continue »

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Sponsored By:Ways to Open Communication With ParentsSt. Anthony Village (Minneapolis, Minn.) football coach and dean of students Todd Niklaus believes in honest and open communication with parents, and tells us ways in which he goes about keeping those lines open.... continue »

Sponsored By:Passion for Academics and AthleticsSt. Anthony Village (Minneapolis) athletics and activities assistant Summer Minnich believes the high grade point averages among student-athletes can be attributed to their passion for athletics translating to a passion in the classroom.... continue »

Sponsored By:Success Comes From Strong Coaching StaffSteve Kostka, head girls track coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), talks about how the strength of the school’s coaching staff has helped the overall success of the program.... continue »

Sponsored By:No-Cut Policy Gets More Students InvolvedThe Overlake School (Redmond, Wash.) has an "Inclusion Policy" (a.k.a. "No-Cut Policy"), which baseball coach Mike Davidson feels gets more students involved in athletics, both in increased participation and willingness to try new sports.... continue »

Sponsored By:Teacher by Day, Coach by NightJennifer Pollnow, girls swim coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), finds that many of the things she does as a teacher apply to her role as a coach.... continue »

Sponsored By:Finding A Team For Every AthleteThe Overlake School (Redmond, Wash.) boys soccer coach Bob Bristol says that their no-cut policy is about including every student-athlete that wants to be involved, and placing them on a team that matches their skill level as well.... continue »

Sponsored By:New Cross Country Runners Get The Attention They NeedCurt Kaczor, girls cross country coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), talks about how his coaching staff splits up responsibilities to ensure that newer runners get the attention they need early on.... continue »

Sponsored By:Lacrosse’s Growing PopularityTom Truttschel, head girls lacrosse coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), is proud to be coaching a sport that is growing more each year and enjoys sharing his passion for lacrosse with individuals new to the sport.... continue »

Sponsored By:Connecting Every Student Through Staff EncouragementVista Murrieta High School (Murrieta, Calif.) Athletic Director Ray Moore believes that no student should just come to school and go home with no real sense of belonging. He wants the staff and students to work together and develop bonds that translate to positive relationships and encouragement beyond the classroom.... continue »

Sponsored By:Maintaining The Balance Between Academics & AthleticsThe Overlake School (Redmond, Wash.) maintains a good balance between academics and athletics by having everyone on the same page, says Upper School Head Gerald Buhaly.... continue »

Sponsored By:Talent Development And Feeder ProgramsVince Mancuso, head baseball coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), talks about the availability of feeder programs and how talent is developed for the baseball team.... continue »

Sponsored By:Small School ChallengesWith Athletic ParticipationThe Overlake School (Redmond, Wash.) girls lacrosse coach Sue Haviland discusses the limited pool of athletes a small school encounters when looking for students to join their teams, and how the coaches work together to allow student-athletes as many opportunities as possible without taking them away from one another.... continue »

Sponsored By:Managing A High Volume Of AthletesChris Herriot, boys track coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), talks about how his staff manages a high volume of athletes. The goal is to make sure every athlete on the team competes in at least one meet a week.... continue »

Sponsored By:Agree On A Common PhilosophySteve Kostka, head girls track coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), shares how he came to the decision to define goals and create a common philosophy the staff and team shares.... continue »

Sponsored By:Emphasizing "Team" AccomplishmentsSt. Anthony Village (Minneapolis, Minn.) head football coach/dean of students Todd Niklaus wants his athletes to focus on the team’s accomplishments versus individual stats, going hand-in-hand with the school’s Character Education lessons.... continue »

Sponsored By:Overcoming The Challenges Of Today’s EconomyKevin Flegner, activities director at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), gives his perspective as an A.D. in a struggling economy.... continue »

Sponsored By:Teaching Selflessness Through Community ServiceVista Murrieta High School (Murrieta, Calif.) head football coach Coley Candaele believes strongly in the school’s commitment to community service, and believes that this type of charitable work helps teach his players about selflessness.... continue »

Vince Mancuso, Head Baseball Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), explains his process for managing the expectations of parents and athletes involved in the baseball program. More videos with Vince Mancuso: Upholding The Tradition Of A Retired ’Players’ Coach’  The Time To Make Changes Talent Development And Feeder Programs   ... continue »

Sponsored By:Making Time For All Your CoachesKevin Flegner, activities director at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), says that staying involved with the coaching staff is one of the most important things he can do as an A.D. to maintain a level of trust and open lines of communication.... continue »

Sponsored By:How The Overlake School Maintains A High Participation RateThe Overlake School (Redmond, Wash.) maintains a high participation rate every year for several reasons, as head boys soccer coach Bob Bristol explains in the following video.... continue »

http://youtu.be/Ms-q6KYJFbs 2013 Aspiring Coach Award winner Ty Stacey talks about never letting the doubts of others inhibit your goals.... continue »

http://youtu.be/aRLj8ee0EaM 2013 Aspiring Coach Award winner Ty Stacey talks about his coaching influences.... continue »

http://youtu.be/pTcNe1klBaE Ty Stacey, men's basketball team manager and recipient of WInning Hoop's 2013 Aspiring Coach Award, talks about his duties as team manager.... continue »

http://youtu.be/uwOpW116HZ8 Ty Stacey, men's basketball team manager and recipient of WInning Hoop's 2013 Aspiring Coach Award, discusses the championship season of Cardinal Stritch University.... continue »

Sponsored By:Finding A Team For Every AthleteThe Overlake School (Redmond, Wash.) head boys soccer coach Bob Bristol says that their no-cut policy is about including every student-athlete that wants to be involved, and placing them on a team that matches their skill level as well.... continue »

Vista Murrieta High School (Murrieta, California) promotes community on a daily basis. Bronco Bleacher Creatures Co-President Cody Pham says that spirit goes beyond just cheering for your team, and is a big part of the culture at Vista Murrieta. ... continue »

Vince Mancuso, Head Baseball Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), talks about the history of the Arrowhead baseball program and how he strives to uphold the tradition of a ’players’ coach. More videos with Vince Mancuso:Manage The Expectations Of Parents And Athletes    The Time To Make Changes   Talent Development And Feeder Programs... continue »

Sponsored By:Dedication To Both Education And AthleticsMike Watt, head boys hockey coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), talks about how strong commitments to education and athletics create a unique environment at Arrowhead High School.... continue »

https://youtu.be/xctig8TG0B4Get athletic program participation advice from some of our 2012 Interscholastic Program Of Excellence award winning coaches and athletic directors.... continue »

https://youtu.be/zcdWgs2y-IIPat Ivey - Univ of Missouri... continue »

https://youtu.be/kFeFp1PHZJICoach And Athletic Director sees the PassBack Football in action at the 2012 THSCA Show.... continue »

Sponsored By:The Secret To Running A Successful ProgramKevin Flegner, activities director at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), provides his personal insight to what attributes he believes a person managing an athletic program should possess.... continue »

Sponsored By:Volunteers Are EssentialSt. Anthony Village High School (Minneapolis, Minn.) athletics and activities assistant Summer Minnich says program volunteers are a vital component in successfully running everything that takes place in athletics and activities at St. Anthony High School.... continue »

Vince Mancuso, Head Baseball Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), explains his process for managing the expectations of parents and athletes involved in the baseball program.More videos with Vince Mancuso:Upholding The Tradition Of A Retired ’Players’ Coach’ The Time To Make ChangesTalent Development And Feeder Programs Return to Arrowhead video series home page... continue »

Sponsored By:Baseball, Service & Life Lessons In The Dominican RepublicThe Overlake School (Redmond, Wash.) had a community service project in which the baseball team, led by coach Mike Davidson, went to the Dominican Republic. Coach Davidson says this was an eye-opening experience for his athletes and one of the best moments in his coaching career.... continue »

Jay Hammes, the athletic director at Racine Horlick High School in Wisconsin, offers his take on how to keep your facilities, fans, players, coaches and administrators safe during an athletic event. In the second video, he urges athletic directors to consider instituting a plan for all spectators to show photo ID before entering a contest. Check out the videos and see if these ideas could work in ... continue »

Sponsored By:Defeat Complacency With AthletesThis three-video clip from Arrowhead boys swim coach Bob Jenkyns provides his take on overcoming complacency in high school athletes who already have achieved so much. Plus, he provides tips on getting the most from your coaching job.... continue »

Sponsored By:Igniting School Spirit With FundraisingKurt Ruth has seen his Bronco Bleacher Creature group grow from a smattering of students to more than 1,000 energetic representatives of Vista Murrieta High School (Murrieta, Calif.). He discusses the fundraising aspects of this group, where the money goes and why the group has been successful.... continue »

https://youtu.be/asxYOIigle0Racine Horlick High School (Wisconsin) athletic director Jay Hammes believes in more safety measures for creating safe, controlled events. Coach And Athletic Director's editor-in-chief Michael Austin interviewed Horlick at the 2012 NIAAA conference in San Antonio, Texas. Racine Horlick High School (Wisconsin) athletic director Jay Hammes... continue »

https://youtu.be/0ZV5rcUQbzkRacine Horlick High School (Wisconsin) athletic director Jay Hammes provides advice on his experiences in managing successful events. Coach And Athletic Director's editor-in-chief Michael Austin interviewed Horlick at the 2012 NIAAA conference in San Antonio, Texas.... continue »

Racine Horlick High School (Wisconsin) athletic director Jay Hammes provides advice on his experiences in managing successful events.Coach And Athletic Director’s editor-in-chief Michael Austin interviewed Horlick at the 2012 NIAAA conference in San Antonio, Texas.... continue »

Racine Horlick High School (Wisconsin) athletic director Jay Hammes believes in more safety measures for creating safe, controlled events.Coach And Athletic Director’s editor-in-chief Michael Austin interviewed Horlick at the 2012 NIAAA conference in San Antonio, Texas. Racine Horlick High School (Wisconsin) athletic director Jay Hammes.... continue »

Sponsored By:Unite Staff With A Book ClubSt. Anthony Village (Minneapolis, Minnesota) athletics & activities director Troy Urdahl sees a great sense of community and growth in his coaching and advisory staff by being involved in the St. Anthony Book Club. The school was one of four recipients of the inaugural Interscholastic Sports Program Of Excellence, which was announced in the November/Dec... continue »

Sponsored By:A Strategy For Managing ParentsJinelle Siergiej, head girls hockey coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), shares her policy for communicating with parents. It’s a policy many athletic directors and coaches should look into instituting if they haven’t already.For more videos and online exclusives (sponsored by A4) about our complete program breakdown of Arrowhead ... continue »

Sponsored By:Baseball, Service & Life Lessons In The Dominican RepublicThe Overlake School (Redmond, Wash.) is part of the inaugural class of the Interscholastic Program of Excellence from Coach And Athletic Director. One of the many reasons why The Overlake School won in the category for private schools with an enrollment less than 500 is its community service. Check out a video from baseball... continue »

Sponsored By:Manage The Expectations Of Parents And AthletesKAs part of the extensive program overview feature we ran in the September issue of Coach And Athletic Director, we sat down with Vince Mancuso, the head baseball coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.). Mancuso explains his process for managing the expectations of parents and athletes involved in the baseball program.For more vid... continue »

Jennifer Pollnow, Head Girls Swim Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), created a unique 24-hour relay event 5 years ago after a former swimmer of hers died in a car accident.... continue »

Jennifer Pollnow, Head Girls Swim Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), finds that many of the things she does as a teacher apply to her role as a coach.... continue »

Vista Murrieta High School is a part of the inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And Athletic Director, this program recognizes high school athletic programs that, through the efforts of their coaches and administrators, set the standard for integrity, sportsmanship and a positive overall experience for student-athletes.See the Award Presentation Ra... continue »

Vista Murrieta High School (Murrieta, California) has a variety of student groups and organizations. Sarah Benson (Commissioner of Women’s Athletics), Eric Speed (Commissioner of Men’s Athletics) and Sophia Chavez (Speaker of the Senate) talk about the value of being involved in this program and how they, as individuals, have grown through their involvement and commitment to the campus... continue »

Vista Murrieta High School (Murrieta, California) Athletic Director Ray Moore nominated the school’s program for the Program of Excellence Award as a way to measure themselves against other great programs in the nation. Winning the award was humbling, and reaffirmed his belief in the school’s values and dedication.... continue »

Vista Murrieta High School (Murrieta, California) Athletic Director Ray Moore tells us the meaning behind the acronym C.L.A.S.S. and how the students embody these principles in their daily lives.... continue »

Ray Moore (Athletic Director)Vista Murrieta High School (Murrieta, California) Athletic Director Ray Moore believes that no student should just come to school and go home with no real sense of belonging. He wants the staff and students to work together and develop bonds that translate to positive relationships and encouragement beyond the classroom.... continue »

September 12, 2012—Vista Murrieta has valued itself on the four "A’s"- Academics, Activities, Athletics, and the Arts.On Wednesday, the school was honored for excellence in each. Vista Murrieta received the National Interscholastic Program of Excellence Award from Coach and Athletic Director magazine.It’s an award of merit not based on wins and losses but what student athletes do in ... continue »

Vista Murrieta High School (Murrieta, California) BBC Advisor Kurt Ruth says that support for student activities goes beyond just the larger athletic teams. Events and fundraising are held in honor of the many activities happening at the school, including drama, music and the many sports available.... continue »

Vista Murrieta High School (Murrieta, California) hosts the Golden Broncos at many athletic events. The Golden Broncos are part of the local retirement community and they receive a bus ride, a meal and special seating on behalf of Vista Murrieta. Athletic Director Ray Moore says this is one of the many ways the community is included in the school’s community culture.... continue »

Vista Murrieta High School (Murrieta, California) Head Football Coach Coley Candaele emphasizes the team over the individual. While individual talents contribute to the team’s success, character and sportsmanship and a large part of building the rapport and cohesion with their teammates that is necessary for the overall team goals and being quality young adults after they graduate.... continue »

Vista Murrieta High School (Murrieta, California) Head Football Coach Coley Candaele believes strongly in the school’s commitment to community service, and believes that this type of charitable work helps teach his players about selflessness.... continue »

Vista Murrieta High School (Murrieta, California) Head Football Coach Coley Candaele teaches his team to value the support they have from the school and outside community. He reminds them not all high school environments are like this, so they need to do their part and give back as well.... continue »

Vista Murrieta High School (Murrieta, California) promotes community on a daily basis. Bronco Bleacher Creatures Co-President Cody Pham says that spirit goes beyond just cheering for your team, and is a big part of the culture at Vista Murrieta.... continue »

Vista Murrieta High School (Murrieta, California) Bronco Bleacher Creatures Co-President Cody Pham says the group is a representation of the larger community at the school, and they work together to ignite spirit into the campus as a whole.... continue »

Vista Murrieta High School (Murrieta, California) has a student group called the Bronco Bleacher Creatures, which attends most school events (from athletics to the fine arts) to support their fellow students. BBC Advisor Kurt Ruth tells us more about this spirited support system at Vista Murrieta.... continue »

Sponsored By:Igniting School Spirit With FundraisingKurt Ruth has seen his Bronco Bleacher Creature group grow from a smattering of students to more than 1,000 energetic representatives of Vista Murrieta High School (Murrieta, Calif.). He discusses the fundraising aspects of this group, where the money goes and why the group has been successful.... continue »

The Overlake School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And Athletic Director, this program recognizes high school athletic programs that, through the efforts of their coaches and administrators, set the standard for integrity, sportsmanship and a positive overall experience for student-athletes.Watch The Overlake School’s (R... continue »

The Overlake School (Redmond, Washington) is honored to be recognized through the Program Of Excellence, and Athletic Director John Wiley proudly says, "Thank you."... continue »

Sponsored By:Baseball, Service & Life Lessons In The Dominican RepublicThe Overlake School (Redmond, Wash.) had a community service project in which the baseball team, led by coach Mike Davidson, went to the Dominican Republic. Coach Davidson says this was an eye-opening experience for his athletes and one of the best moments in his coaching career.... continue »

The Overlake School (Redmond, Washington) Athletic Director John Wiley believes strongly in making sure every athlete has an opportunity to participate, and brings that inclusion to Overlake’s program through the "no-cut" policy.... continue »

The Overlake School (Redmond, Washington) Athletic Director John Wiley says one of the most important skills an athlete can possess and show during competition is quality sportsmanship.... continue »

The Overlake School (Redmond, Washington) Athletic Director John Wiley tells us about the Team Builders Club in the following video.... continue »

Sponsored By:Maintaining The Balance Between Academics & AthleticsThe Overlake School (Redmond, Wash.) maintains a good balance between academics and athletics by having everyone on the same page, says Upper School Head Gerald Buhaly.... continue »

The Overlake School (Redmond, Washington) Upper School Head Gerald Buhaly says that even when seniors don’t make the varsity team, they still are able to make the season fun and a great learning experience (using the basketball team as an example). ... continue »

The Overlake School (Redmond, Washington) maintains a high participation rate every year for several reasons, as Head Boys Soccer Coach Bob Bristol explains in the following video.... continue »

Sponsored By:Finding A Team For Every AthleteThe Overlake School (Redmond, Wash.) head boys soccer coach Bob Bristol says that their no-cut policy is about including every student-athlete that wants to be involved, and placing them on a team that matches their skill level as well.... continue »

The Overlake School (Redmond, Washington) faces the challenge of keeping school spirit high with a low student population and being a commuter campus. Upper School Head Gerald Buhaly explains how Overlake overcomes this challenge and helps keep school spirit alive.... continue »

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Sponsored By:Small School ChallengesWith Athletic ParticipationThe Overlake School (Redmond, Wash.) girls lacrosse coach Sue Haviland discusses the limited pool of athletes a small school encounters when looking for students to join their teams, and how the coaches work together to allow student-athletes as many opportunities as possible without taking them away from one another.... continue »

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Coach And Athletic Director’s Associate Editor Kevin Hoffman takes viewers on a video tour of the athletic facilities at Mary Institute and Country Day School (St. Louis, Missouri).... continue »

Director of Athletics Don Maurer of Mary Institute and Country Day School (St. Louis, Missouri) discusses the high participation rates of student-athletes in the school’s program, and the number of multi-sport athletes.... continue »

Director of Athletics Don Maurer of Mary Institute and Country Day School (St. Louis, Missouri) says that much of the athletic programs success comes from the school and surrounding community’s support.... continue »

Mary Institute and Country Day School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And Athletic Director, this program recognizes high school athletic programs that, through the efforts of their coaches and administrators, set the standard for integrity, sportsmanship and a positive overall experience for student-athletes.Watch Mary Institu... continue »

Sponsored By:Increasing Your Participation RatesMary Institute and Country Day School (St. Louis, Mo.) is part of the inaugural Coach And Athletic Director Interscholastic Program Of Excellence class. Director of Athletics Don Maurer explains how his school has achieved high participation rates in its program as well as having a strong number of multi-sport athletes.... continue »

Sponsored By:An Inside Look At A Major Stadium ProjectKevin Flegner, activities director at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), recently oversaw the transformation of the school’s football stadium. Flegner walks you through the stadium, shows you the luxury boxes, turf field and more. Find out how the school made this project work within its budget.... continue »

Sponsored By:Putting The Team FirstVista Murrieta High School (Murrieta, California) Head Football Coach Coley Candaele (his team currently is Top 10 nationally in several online polls) emphasizes the team over the individual. While individual talents contribute to the team’s success, character and sportsmanship and a large part of building the rapport and cohesion with their teammates that ... continue »

Coach And Athletic Director just released thewinning programs for this inaugural award—learn more from the programs in the online video seriesBy: Michael Austin, Editor-In-ChiefThe four winners of Coach And Athletic Director’s Interscholastic Sports Program Of Excellence award have been announced in the November/December issue of the magazine. For more information on each winning program, check ... continue »

https://youtu.be/FRaZ0L7YYVcSt. Anthony Village (Minneapolis, Minnesota) Head Football Coach/Dean Of Students Todd Niklaus believes in the power of Character Education, but says that even with quality student-athletes, bad behavior can slip in and needs correcting. St. Anthony Village High School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coac... continue »

https://youtu.be/2WSZpf83RAESt. Anthony Village (Minneapolis, Minnesota) Head Football Coach/Dean Of Students Todd Niklaus wants his athletes to focus on the team's accomplishments versus individual stats, going hand-in-hand with the school's Character Education lessons. St. Anthony Village High School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned b... continue »

https://youtu.be/t94HXMkWlxUSt. Anthony Village (Minneapolis, Minnesota) Head Football Coach/Dean Of Students Todd Niklaus believes in honest and open communication with parents, and tells us ways in which he goes about keeping those lines open. St. Anthony Village High School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And Athletic Direc... continue »

https://youtu.be/JwldqMJ_fvsSt. Anthony Village (Minneapolis, Minnesota) Head Football Coach/Dean Of Students Todd Niklaus says that academics always comes before athletics, and athletes will be held accountable on the field if they let their school life fall to the wayside. St. Anthony Village High School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commission... continue »

https://youtu.be/GItnCbiNG7ASt. Anthony Village (Minneapolis, Minnesota) Head Football Coach/Dean Of Students Todd Niklaus tells us about the football team's annual Special Olympics community service project. St. Anthony Village High School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And Athletic Director, this program recognizes high sch... continue »

https://youtu.be/-v8L-CeGGkQSt. Anthony Village (Minneapolis, Minnesota) Head Football Coach/Dean Of Students Todd Niklaus talks about their Book Club and how it helps build camaraderie among coaches. St. Anthony Village High School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And Athletic Director, this program recognizes high school athle... continue »

https://youtu.be/15JU0TWpgmISt. Anthony Village (Minneapolis, Minnesota) Athletics & Activities Assistant Summer Minnich tells us why she believes this program is one-of-a-kind. St. Anthony Village High School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And Athletic Director, this program recognizes high school athletic programs that, thr... continue »

https://youtu.be/KYyRICWDVccSt. Anthony Village (Minneapolis, Minnesota) Athletics & Activities Director Troy Urdahl says that keeping students connected to the school through sports and/or activities helps create a positive influence in their lives outside of school. St. Anthony Village High School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by C... continue »

https://youtu.be/ZRRP4NQ3QAUSt. Anthony Village (Minneapolis, Minnesota) Athletics & Activities Assistant Summer Minnich says program volunteers are a vital component in successfully running everything that takes place in athletics and activities taking place at St. Anthony. St. Anthony Village High School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commission... continue »

https://youtu.be/d77h3lXFZv0St. Anthony Village (Minneapolis, Minnesota) Athletics & Activities Assistant Summer Minnich believes the high GPA among student-athletes can be attributed to their passion for athletics translating to a passion in the classroom. St. Anthony Village High School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And At... continue »

https://youtu.be/HO2M9__A_78St. Anthony Village (Minneapolis, Minnesota) Athletics & Activities Assistant Summer Minnich says open dialogue between coaches, parents and athletes promotes a healthy relationship and solid foundation for good communication. St. Anthony Village High School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And Athle... continue »

https://youtu.be/Zcw2o_fQ-YQSt. Anthony Village (Minneapolis, Minnesota) Athletics & Activities Assistant Summer Minnich says there are distinct advantages to having coaches who also are teachers. St. Anthony Village High School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And Athletic Director, this program recognizes high school athletic... continue »

https://youtu.be/OPlgTAHeyGoSt. Anthony Village (Minneapolis, Minnesota) Athletics & Activities Assistant Summer Minnich tells us about the clinic the athletic captains attend and how it helps foster and teach leadership to these individuals. St. Anthony Village High School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And Athletic Director... continue »

https://youtu.be/hTVU7FbUa-kSt. Anthony Village (Minneapolis, Minnesota) Athletics & Activities Assistant Summer Minnich explains the programs Book Club and the benefits it provides the staff. St. Anthony Village High School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And Athletic Director, this program recognizes high school athletic prog... continue »

https://youtu.be/Lo0aM_mNMDwSt. Anthony Village (Minneapolis, Minnesota) Athletics & Activities Assistant Summer Minnich says that the amount of financial and community support their program receives is both greatly appreciated and extremely helpful in keeping up facilities and boosting school spirit/morale. St. Anthony Village High School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic ... continue »

https://youtu.be/9-2XbxQ3DLYSt. Anthony Village (Minneapolis, Minnesota) Athletics & Activities Director Troy Urdahl tells us why he believes St. Anthony's program succeeds, emphasizing that a lot of it has to do with the people here. St. Anthony Village High School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And Athletic Director, this pr... continue »

https://youtu.be/6xxv2V9L-OkSt. Anthony Village (Minneapolis, Minnesota) Athletics & Activities Director Troy Urdahl urges getting parents involved, and says this positive relationship with them has been a huge asset to St. Anthony's success. St. Anthony Village High School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And Athletic Director,... continue »

https://youtu.be/atENhWff3fkSt. Anthony Village (Minneapolis, Minnesota) Athletics & Activities Director Troy Urdahl says that many of the projects done around campus owe their completion to the aid lent through grant money. St. Anthony Village High School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And Athletic Director, this program rec... continue »

https://youtu.be/Dl8NGMjP_SUSt. Anthony Village (Minneapolis, Minnesota) holds the philosophy that its program is not just about building better athletes, but building better people through its extra-curricular activities. Athletics & Activities Director Troy Urdahl strives to uphold that philosophy each day in his work, and sees the positive impact it has had. St. Anthony Village High School is ... continue »

https://youtu.be/3tm0aggDmr4St. Anthony Village (Minneapolis, Minnesota) Athletics & Activities Director Troy Urdahl sees a great sense of community and growth in his coaching and advisory staff by being involved in the St. Anthony Book Club. St. Anthony Village High School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And Athletic Director... continue »

https://youtu.be/03kJEOkMBT0St. Anthony Village High School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And Athletic Director, this program recognizes high school athletic programs that, through the efforts of their coaches and administrators, set the standard for integrity, sportsmanship and a positive overall experience for student-athle... continue »

https://youtu.be/gC3IKvmDDisSt. Anthony Village (Minneapolis, Minnesota) has something for everyone. Three students (Mary-Clare Couillard, Dan Zeller and Alexa Mogck) tells us what makes St. Anthony's program special. St. Anthony Village High School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And Athletic Director, this program recognizes... continue »

https://youtu.be/ZDA6l6XEH-QVista Murrieta High School (Murrieta, California) Head Football Coach Coley Candaele emphasizes the team over the individual. While individual talents contribute to the team's success, character and sportsmanship and a large part of building the rapport and cohesion with their teammates that is necessary for the overall team goals and being quality young adults after th... continue »

https://youtu.be/KDz6vZ2yrvEVista Murrieta High School (Murrieta, California) Head Football Coach Coley Candaele teaches his team to value the support they have from the school and outside community now, and recognize that they too must support others in their community.Vista Murrieta High School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach... continue »

https://youtu.be/-7jT6FhhJYQVista Murrieta High School (Murrieta, California) Athletic Director Ray Moore believes that no student should just come to school and go home with no real sense of belonging. He wants the staff and students to work together and develop bonds that translate to positive relationships and encouragement beyond the classroom.Vista Murrieta High School is a part of the Inaugu... continue »

https://youtu.be/QcpfXN3robwVista Murrieta High School (Murrieta, California) promotes community on a daily basis. Bronco Bleacher Creatures Co-President Cody Pham says that spirit goes beyond just cheering for your team, and is a big part of the culture at Vista Murrieta.Vista Murrieta High School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coa... continue »

https://youtu.be/lS0AiMt5c5EVista Murrieta High School (Murrieta, California) Head Football Coach Coley Candaele believes strongly in the school's commitment to community service, and believes that this type of charitable work helps teach his players about selflessness.Vista Murrieta High School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach ... continue »

https://youtu.be/U-4zcdzSVEYVista Murrieta High School (Murrieta, California) Athletic Director Ray Moore nominated the school's program for the Program of Excellence Award as a way to measure themselves against other great programs in the nation. Winning the award was humbling, and reaffirmed his belief in the school's values and dedication.Vista Murrieta High School is a part of the Inaugural cl... continue »

https://youtu.be/zhrHFbBkKAIVista Murrieta High School's (Murrieta, California) Golden Broncos is a retirement community the school brings to school events, including spirit gear and a meal, on behalf of Vista Murrieta. Athletic Director Ray Moore says this is one of the many ways the community is included in the school's community culture.Vista Murrieta High School is a part of the Inaugural clas... continue »

https://youtu.be/F1Pd2nu2v5IVista Murrieta High School (Murrieta, California) BBC Advisor Kurt Ruth talks about the variety of fundraising done by the Bronco Bleacher Creatures, including the BBC t-shirts they sell, and how all funds go back into the student body and activities.Vista Murrieta High School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned ... continue »

https://youtu.be/WcsWeI_BIxgVista Murrieta High School (Murrieta, California) BBC Advisor Kurt Ruth says that support for student activities goes beyond just the larger athletic teams. Events and fundraising are held in honor of the many activities that go on at this school, including dramas, music and the many sports available.Vista Murrieta High School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "In... continue »

https://youtu.be/xaIXaISqyzoVista Murrieta High School (Murrieta, California) Athletic Director Ray Moore tells us the meaning behind the acronym C.L.A.S.S. and how the students embody these principles in their daily lives.Vista Murrieta High School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And Athletic Director, this program recognizes ... continue »

https://youtu.be/qSyT12r8m8AVista Murrieta High School (Murrieta, California) has a student group called the Bronco Bleacher Creatures, which attends most school events (from athletics to the fine arts) to support their fellow students. BBC Advisor Kurt Ruth tells us more about this spirited support system at Vista Murrieta.Vista Murrieta High School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Inters... continue »

https://youtu.be/cQ3yDwzgi1wVista Murrieta High School (Murrieta, California) Bronco Bleacher Creatures Co-President Cody Pham says the group is a representation of the larger community at the school, and they work together to ignite spirit into the campus as a whole.Vista Murrieta High School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach An... continue »

https://youtu.be/teQE-bVtcsQVista Murrieta High School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And Athletic Director, this program recognizes high school athletic programs that, through the efforts of their coaches and administrators, set the standard for integrity, sportsmanship and a positive overall experience for student-athletes. ... continue »

https://youtu.be/tp5XJms0VEoVista Murrieta High School (Murrieta, California) has a variety of student groups and organizations. Sarah Benson (Commissioner of Women's Athletics), Eric Speed (Commissioner of Men's Athletics) and Sophia Chavez (Speaker of the Senate) talk about the value of being involved in this program and how they, as individuals, have grown through their involvement and commitme... continue »

https://youtu.be/kRtEocN1JgoThe Overlake School (Redmond, Washington) is honored to be recognized through the Program Of Excellence, and Athletic Director John Wiley proudly says, "Thank you."The Overlake School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And Athletic Director, this program recognizes high school athletic programs that, th... continue »

https://youtu.be/M4DArCZ7-cUThe Overlake School (Redmond, Washington) Head Girls Lacrosse Coach Sue Haviland says that being a teacher and coach allows her (and her co-workers) to be more in-touch with student-athletes. The bond they form and open line of communication allows them to accommodate and understand their athletes off the court, building more trust and cohesion.The Overlake School is a ... continue »

https://youtu.be/onhfY3X4E1oThe Overlake School (Redmond, Washington) Athletic Director John Wiley tells us about the Team Builders Club in the following video.The Overlake School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And Athletic Director, this program recognizes high school athletic programs that, through the efforts of their coach... continue »

https://youtu.be/PZrRlJ6hbfAThe Overlake School (Redmond, Washington) Athletic Director John Wiley says one of the most important skills an athlete can possess and show during competition is quality sportsmanship.The Overlake School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And Athletic Director, this program recognizes high school athle... continue »

https://youtu.be/UPQceQqM7AkThe Overlake School (Redmond, Washington) has a service day, which Junior Katie Hill (a 3-sport athlete) says brings the school into the community and translate that sense of belonging and helpfulness to their daily life and activity groups/teams.The Overlake School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach An... continue »

https://youtu.be/rROfgHeHS-cThe Overlake School (Redmond, Washington) Athletic Director John Wiley believes strongly in making sure every athlete has an opportunity to participate, and brings that inclusion to Overlake's program through the "no-cut" policy.The Overlake School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And Athletic Directo... continue »

https://youtu.be/oOfi7LLYRXAThe Overlake School (Redmond, Washington) has an "Inclusion Policy" (a.k.a. "No-Cut Policy), which Head Baseball Coach Mike Davidson feels gets more students involved in athletics, both in increased participation and willingness to try new sports.The Overlake School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach An... continue »

https://youtu.be/nuc2pbzDW-AThe Overlake School (Redmond, Washington) Head Boys Soccer Coach Bob Bristol says that their no-cut policy is about including every student-athlete that wants to be involved, and placing them in a team that matches their skill level as well.The Overlake School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And Athl... continue »

https://youtu.be/C9rWBPE1S9EThe Overlake School (Redmond, Washington) Head Girls Lacrosse Coach Sue Haviland discusses the limited pool of athletes a small school encounters when looking for students to join their teams, and how the coaches work together to allow student-athletes as many opportunities as possible without taking them away from one another.The Overlake School is a part of the Inaugu... continue »

https://youtu.be/18qy_G5rXKAThe Overlake School (Redmond, Washington) maintains a high participation rate every year for several reasons, as Head Boys Soccer Coach Bob Bristol explains in the following video.The Overlake School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And Athletic Director, this program recognizes high school athletic p... continue »

https://youtu.be/eG_5JX5QhqkThe Overlake School (Redmond, Washington) had in a community service project in which the baseball team, led by Head Coach Mike Davidson, went to the Dominican Republic. Coach Davidson says this was an eye-opening experience for his athletes and one of the best moments in his coaching career.The Overlake School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Pr... continue »

https://youtu.be/zBmRHnuxRW0The Overlake School (Redmond, Washington) works with athletes while they are injured to keep them involved, as Junior Devin Daher (2-sport athlete) relates from his experience.The Overlake School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And Athletic Director, this program recognizes high school athletic progr... continue »

https://youtu.be/tEdIwb9ySXEThe Overlake School (Redmond, Washington) faces the challenge of keeping school spirit high with a low student population and being a commuter campus. Upper School Head Gerald Buhaly explains how Overlake overcomes this challenge and helps keep school spirit alive.The Overlake School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commis... continue »

https://youtu.be/kZXSJBRIcPcThe Overlake School (Redmond, Washington) Upper School Head Gerald Buhaly says that even when seniors don't make the varsity team, they still are able to make the season fun and a great learning experience (using the basketball team as an example).The Overlake School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach A... continue »

https://youtu.be/S5yGPIBF5YwThe Overlake School (Redmond, Washington) maintains a good balance between academics and athletics by having everyone on the same page, says Upper School Head Gerald Buhaly.The Overlake School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And Athletic Director, this program recognizes high school athletic programs... continue »

https://youtu.be/7dSYv3nZOJcThe Overlake School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And Athletic Director, this program recognizes high school athletic programs that, through the efforts of their coaches and administrators, set the standard for integrity, sportsmanship and a positive overall experience for student-athletes.Watch Th... continue »

https://youtu.be/L8eA4gY4wGoCoach And Athletic Director's Associate Editor Kevin Hoffman takes viewers on a video tour of the athletic facilities at Mary Institute and Country Day School (St. Louis, Missouri).Mary Institute and Country Day School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And Athletic Director, this program recognizes hig... continue »

https://youtu.be/Z0ml30xlraEDirector of Athletics Don Maurer of Mary Institute and Country Day School (St. Louis, Missouri) says that much of the athletic programs success comes from the school and surrounding community's support.Mary Institute and Country Day School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And Athletic Director, this p... continue »

https://youtu.be/ibk9z91ozlkDirector of Athletics Don Maurer of Mary Institute and Country Day School (St. Louis, Missouri) discusses the high participation rates of student-athletes in the school's program, and the number of multi-sport athletes.Mary Institute and Country Day School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And Athletic... continue »

https://youtu.be/BszRXipr2U0Mary Institute and Country Day School is a part of the Inaugural class of the "Interscholastic Program of Excellence." Commissioned by Coach And Athletic Director, this program recognizes high school athletic programs that, through the efforts of their coaches and administrators, set the standard for integrity, sportsmanship and a positive overall experience for student... continue »

Sponsored By:The Myth Of Selfish Teenagers In AthleticsThe Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.) football team is averaging 47 points per game and just advanced to the state quarterfinals. Sporting a 10-0 record this year, head coach Greg Malling’s squad hasn’t trailed since the first quarter of the opening game of the season. Part of the team’s success is due to Malling creatin... continue »

Associate Editor Kevin Hoffman traveled to Streetsboro High School (Streetsboro, Ohio) to cover their renovation as a part of the October 2012 special renovation issue of Coach And Athletic Director.The renovation, which is in two phases, includes an updated football field, bleachers, press box and scoreboard. The unique aspect of the scoreboard is it essentially was "free," due to the advertising... continue »

Sponsored By:Building Team Camaraderie In Individual SportsAccording to Chris Herriot, Head Boys Track Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), building team camaraderie in an individual sport like track and field can be a challenge. The coaching staff has adopted a very team-oriented way of selecting races for the runners. The runners themselves don’t get to pick and choose every ev... continue »

Sponsored By:Coaching: Large Programs Vs. Small ProgramsTom Truttschel, Head Girls Lacrosse Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), explains how coaching in a larger program is beneficial to his goals and success.... continue »

Deer Creek High School (Edmond, Okla.) athletic director Bob Diefenderfer and head football coach Grant Gower agree that when it comes to renovating, keeping all of your teams in mind (not just the largest teams) is vital, and give us a look at how they maintained a balance between the various teams as they planned their renovation project.This is just one of eight videos produced while on-site at... continue »

Sponsored By:Sponsorships Are Critical To FundingKevin Flegner, Activities Director at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), discusses the important role advertisers played in the Stadium Project.... continue »

Deer Creek High School (Edmond, Okla.) athletic director Bob Diefenderfer and head football coach Grant Gower agree that when it comes to renovating, keeping all of your teams in mind (not just the largest teams) is vital, and give us a look at how they maintained a balance between the various teams as they planned their renovation project.... continue »

Deer Creek High School (Edmond, Okla.) athletic director Bob Diefenderfer and head football coach Grant Gower discuss the benefits of installing a turf field and why they decided on turf during their field renovation.... continue »

Bob Diefenderfer, athletic director at Deer Creek High School (Edmond, Okla.), stresses communication, planning and patience when it comes to renovating your facilities.... continue »

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Grant Gower, head football coach at Deer Creek High School (Edmond, Okla.), discusses the importance of keeping the "DC" logo consistent throughout the facilities. The continuity is a symbol of unification for all student-athletes, no matter what sport they play.... continue »

Eight Deer Creek High School (Edmond, Okla.) seniors from the football team get the first look at some of the new facilities and upgrades in this raw footage shot by Coach And Athletic Director’s Editor-In-Chief Michael Austin.... continue »

Grant Gower, head football coach at Deer Creek High School (Edmond, Okla.), talks about the growth Deer Creek has experienced and how positive it has been for their program.... continue »

This raw footage was taken by Coach And Athletic Director’s Editor-In-Chief, Michael Austin, during his recent visit to Deer Creek High School (Edmond, Okla.). The school recently underwent a renovation of their athletic facilities. Here, student-athletes participate in a rigorous conditioning/training session, followed by a group huddle with their coaches.... continue »

Grant Gower, head football coach at Deer Creek High School (Edmond, Okla.), tells us why more storage was such a critical factor in the recent renovation of the athletic facilities.... continue »

Arrowhead Video SeriesSponsored By:Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.) head football coach Greg Malling loves using partner drills in practice to get players feeding off one another to develop toughness. Find out about his other ideas in the video (sponsored by A4) below.... continue »

Mike Watt, Head Boys Hockey Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), talks about the common goals he pursues in his duel role as coach and director of programs for the ice center.... continue »

Arrowhead High School benefits from having its own ice center. Many high school hockey programs struggle to obtain sufficient ice time for training. In this video, Mike Watt, Head Boys Hockey Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), explains that this can still be a problem for Arrowhead, but there are other advantages as well.... continue »

Mike Watt, Head Boys Hockey Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), talks about the competitive disadvantage public schools, like Arrowhead, have to overcome because of rules limiting contact with outside athletes.... continue »

Mike Watt, Head Boys Hockey Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), talks about how the strong commitments to education and athletics create a unique environment at Arrowhead High School.... continue »

Mike Watt, Head Boys Hockey Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), talks about all of the elements involved in running a hockey program.... continue »

Mike Watt, Head Boys Hockey Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), talks about the organization of programs and how to keep a good balance.... continue »

Jinelle Siergiej, Head Girls Hockey Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), talks about the challenges that come along with trying to grow the size of a high school athletics program.... continue »

Jinelle Siergiej, Head Girls Hockey Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), shares her policy for communicating with parents.... continue »

Jinelle Siergiej, Head Girls Hockey Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), explains what she sees as her mission as a coach—to create better young individuals on and off the ice.... continue »

Jinelle Siergiej, Head Girls Hockey Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), talks about how details like ice time versus off-ice workouts make a big difference.... continue »

Tom Truttschel, Head Girls Lacrosse Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), tells us about the traditionally strong student-athlete academic history that exists at Arrowhead.... continue »

Tom Truttschel, Head Girls Lacrosse Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), says that finding practice space in a program as large as Arrowhead’s presents challenges and discusses how they manage the "space" obstacle.... continue »

Tom Truttschel, Head Girls Lacrosse Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), is proud to be coaching a sport that is growing more each year and enjoys sharing his passion for lacrosse with individuals new to the sport.... continue »

Tom Truttschel, Head Girls Lacrosse Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), explains how coaching in a larger program is beneficial to his goals and success.... continue »

Bob Jenkyns, Head Boys Swim Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), discusses how he keeps his team united, avoids complacency and strives to maintain a high level of talent year after year.... continue »

Jeremy Schlitt, Head Boys Tennis Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), talks about how he uses extra staff to manage the tennis program.... continue »

Jeremy Schlitt, Head Boys Tennis Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), explains how he organizes practice times for his players.... continue »

According to Chris Herriot, Head Boys Track Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), building team camaraderie in an individual sport like track and field can be a challenge. The coaching staff has adopted a very team-oriented way of selecting races for the runners. The runners themselves don’t get to pick and choose every event they are going to run in every meet.... continue »

Chris Herriot, Head Boys Track Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), talks about how his staff manages a high volume of athletes. The goal is to make sure every athlete on the team competes in at least one meet a week.... continue »

Chris Herriot, Head Boys Track Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), talks about the importance of the athletic department in lending a helping hand to host big races.... continue »

Chris Herriot, Head Boys Track Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), relies on the help of assistant coaches to make sure all team members receive attention.... continue »

Steve Kostka, Head Girls Track Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), talks about how the strength of the school’s coaching staff has helped the overall success of the program.... continue »

Steve Kostka, Head Girls Track Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), explains how the school has succeeded in making the track program ‘cool’ to be in. That success has grown the girls track team to close to 200 members and the boys team consistently over 200 members.... continue »

Steve Kostka, Head Girls Track Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), shares how he came to the decision to define goals and create a common philosophy the staff and team shares.... continue »

John Wardman, Ice Rink Manager at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), talks about the development of new programs and improvement of existing programs.... continue »

John Wardman, Ice Rink Manager at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), shares what he sees are the keys to a successful ice center.... continue »

John Wardman, Ice Rink Manager at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), talks about the responsibilities of a hockey rink manager.... continue »

Greg Malling, Head Football Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), shares his keys to developing teamwork and toughness among his players.... continue »

Greg Malling, Head Football Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), gives an anecdote about what he feels is the myth of selfish teenagers. In his experience, the team aspects of most high school sports are important factors in the development of participants.... continue »

Curt Kaczor, Head Girls Cross Country Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), talks about how his coaching staff splits up responsibilities to ensure that newer runners get the attention they need early on.... continue »

Curt Kaczor, Head Girls Cross Country Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), explains how race preparation settles nerves for runners in the program. When an unfamiliar course is on the schedule, a team representative takes a trip to that location and records the course so the team can discover layout intricacies before race day.... continue »

Kevin Flegner, Activities Director at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), says that staying involved with the coaching staff is one of the most important things he can do as an A.D. to maintain a level of trust and open lines of communication.... continue »

Kevin Flegner, Activities Director at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), shares his personal philosophy for running an athletic program.... continue »

Kevin Flegner, Activities Director at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), provides his personal insight to what attributes he believes a person managing an athletic program should possess.... continue »

Kevin Flegner, Activities Director at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), emphasizes the importance of open communication and keeping everyone in the program working collectively toward making not just their individual teams successful, but Arrowhead as a whole.... continue »

Kevin Flegner, Activities Director at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), gives his perspective as an A.D. in a struggling economy.... continue »

Kevin Flegner, Activities Director at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), has plenty on his plate. We asked Flegner what concerns him the most as he manages this large, successful program.... continue »

Kevin Flegner, Activities Director at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), shows us the Donation Wall at Arrowhead, which features all of the athletic department’s donors.... continue »

Kevin Flegner, Activities Director at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), discusses the important role advertisers played in the Stadium Project.... continue »

Kevin Flegner, Activities Director at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), discusses the inception of the Stadium Project.... continue »

Kevin Flegner, Activities Director at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), provides an overview of everything Arrowhead’s athletic department has to offer its athletes, from facilities to sport offerings.... continue »

Web Exclusives:1. Raising Money For The Good Of The School2. Keeping Politics Out Of The Booster Club Return to Arrowhead video series home page... continue »

Vince Mancuso, Head Baseball Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), talks about the availability of feeder programs and how talent is developed for the baseball team.... continue »

Vince Mancuso, Head Baseball Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), talks about the process of implementing changes into the baseball program. It’s best to wait for the off-season to implement major changes.... continue »

https://youtu.be/yfTRiYSzpJ4Mike Watt, head coach of the boys hockey team at Arrowhead High School, talks about the common goals he pursues in his duel role as coach and director of programs for the ice center.... continue »

https://youtu.be/J648YoPKvWwTom Truttschel, Head Girls Lacrosse Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), is proud to be coaching a sport that is growing more each year and enjoys sharing his passion for lacrosse with individuals new to the sport.... continue »

https://youtu.be/vxvEimHSs_AMike Watt, head coach of the boys hockey team at Arrowhead High School, talks about the competitive disadvantage public schools, like Arrowhead, have to overcome because of rules limiting contact with outside athletes.... continue »

https://youtu.be/tcWbaLqoDC4Mike Watt, head coach of the boys hockey team at Arrowhead High School, talks about how the strong commitments to education and athletics create a unique environment at Arrowhead High School.... continue »

https://youtu.be/jrmDT72EIucArrowhead High School benefits from having its own ice center. Many high school hockey programs struggle to obtain sufficient ice time for training. In this video, Mike Watt, head coach of the boys hockey team at Arrowhead High School, explains that this can still be a problem for Arrowhead, but there are other advantages as well.... continue »

https://youtu.be/_MkHBWvgYRAMike Watt, head coach of the boys hockey team at Arrowhead High School, talks about the organization of programs and how to keep a good balance.... continue »

https://youtu.be/nrJkZopIJ4MMike Watt, head coach of the boys hockey team at Arrowhead High School, talks about all of the elements involved in running a hockey program.... continue »

https://youtu.be/kqU96W1h9cYJohn Wardman, ice rink manager at Arrowhead High School, shares what he sees are the keys to a successful ice center.... continue »

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https://youtu.be/Hz6XsT1CqOcJinelle Siergiej, head coach of the girls hockey team at Arrowhead High School, shares her policy for communicating with parents.... continue »

https://youtu.be/887mK17otQ4Jinelle Siergiej, head coach of the girls hockey team at Arrowhead High School, explains what she sees as her mission as a coach—to create better young individuals on and off the ice.... continue »

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https://youtu.be/ovDxllI7DaEChris Herriot, Head Boys Track Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), talks about the importance of the athletic department in lending a helping hand to host big races.... continue »

https://youtu.be/7GHn7_o80TsTom Truttschel, Head Girls Lacrosse Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), tells us about the traditionally strong student-athlete academic history that exists at Arrowhead.... continue »

https://youtu.be/5ZtKx4PkXw8Jennifer Pollnow, Head Girls Swim Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), created a unique 24-hour relay event 5 years ago after a former swimmer of hers died in a car accident.... continue »

https://youtu.be/KqSSkGkW98YCraig Haase, Head Boys Basketball Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), is thankful for the opportunity to coach at Arrowhead for many reasons, including the staff, hard-working athletes and being an Arrowhead alumnus.... continue »

https://youtu.be/lqYx7AR6iYYCraig Haase, Head Boys Basketball Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), provides advice for up-and-coming coaches based on his years of experience.... continue »

https://youtu.be/fIUQliNXYMgBob Jenkyns, Head Boys Swim Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), discusses how he keeps his team united, avoids complacency and strives to maintain a high level of talent year after year.... continue »

https://youtu.be/uMhafthk7OYCraig Haase, Head Boys Basketball Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), tells us how he prevents complacency amid the program's continued success.... continue »

Craig Haase, Head Boys Basketball Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), is thankful for the opportunity to coach at Arrowhead for many reasons, including the staff, hard-working athletes and being an Arrowhead alumnus.... continue »

Craig Haase, Head Boys Basketball Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), provides advice for up-and-coming coaches based on his years of experience.... continue »

Craig Haase, Head Boys Basketball Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), tells us how he prevents complacency amid the program’s continued success.... continue »

https://youtu.be/jx33zmlgWXMKevin Flegner, Activities Director at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), discusses the inception of the Stadium Project.... continue »

https://youtu.be/HjX45xKCjqwKevin Flegner, Activities Director at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), provides an overview of everything Arrowhead's athletic department has to offer it's athletes, from facilities to sport offerings.... continue »

https://youtu.be/qCxpIYWzgNIKevin Flegner, Activities Director at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), gives his perspective as an A.D. in a struggling economy.... continue »

https://youtu.be/zU49bV6YJeMKevin Flegner, Activities Director at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), shows us the Donation Wall at Arrowhead, which features all of the athletic department's donors.... continue »

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https://youtu.be/_hpWEhK3CTAKevin Flegner, Activities Director at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), discusses the important role advertisers played in the Stadium Project.... continue »

Watch this video for more information on our first, one-of-a-kind look at an entire high school athletic program, which is coming your way in the September issue of the magazine.... continue »

Two fathers get into a fist fight after a Little League baseball game in Georgia. See what prompted the brawl and how the players on the field showed true sportsmanship when the dust settled. Little League Brawl Caught on Tape; Fathers Fist Fight At The Game Watch on YouTube » ... continue »

Notre Dame Director of Athletics Jack Swarbrick discusses why the new college football playoff system is good for the game and for Notre Dame.Jack Swarbrick - College Football Playoff Good For Notre Dame? ... continue »

Oklahoma City's Scott Brooks huddled up his team in the waning moments of Game 5 of the NBA Finals to deliver this powerful message to his team.... continue »

Bill Stewart, the former West Virginia football coach, passed away last month. This video of his pre-game speech prior to the Fiesta Bowl against Oklahoma on Jan. 2, 2008, is a classic and shows a glimpse of one way to give your players a dose of inspiration before taking the field. West Virginia won the game, 48-28.Bill Stewart Pre-Game Speech... continue »

If your players want to see a brief glimpse into what kind of dedication it takes to be a Division I athlete, have them check out this video, which features snippets from Marshall University’s football team.Head Strength Coach Joseph Miday, Assistant Scott Wilks, and Graduate Assistant Rodney Prince reveals their workouts. All rights go to Joseph Miday for uploading the original content.Mars... continue »

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Coach Pete Kittel wears multiple hats at Brillion High School, including athletic director. As a head coach, he is the reigning (2012) state champion in basketball.Coach Kittel has many resources he turns to for more information about coaching and how he can better himself and his team. Learn more about these resources in the following video.Pete Kittel: Learning Resources... continue »

Coach Pete Kittel wears multiple hats at Brillion High School, including athletic director. As a head coach, he is the reigning (2012) state champion in basketball.Below, Coach Kittel discusses why he encourages students to be multi-sport athletes, as well as the benefits of students being part of an athletic program no matter their skill level.Pete Kittel: Managing Athletes... continue »

Coach Pete Kittel wears multiple hats at Brillion High School, including athletic director. As a head coach, he is the reigning (2012) state champion in basketball.In the following video, Coach Kittel looks back to who he feels were the most positive mentors that helped shape him as a coach.Pete Kittel: Mentors... continue »

Coach Pete Kittel wears multiple hats at Brillion High School, including athletic director. As a head coach, he is the reigning (2012) state champion in basketball.In this video, Coach Kittel discusses the value of building good character in athletes and why he feels it is more important than any other skill he could teach.Pete Kittel: Good Character... continue »

Watch Brillion High School (Wis.) Athletic Director Pete Kittel talk with Coach And Athletic Director about what goes into being a successful athletic director, as well as a state-title winning coach in football and basketball, at a small school.1. Managing A Successful Athletic Program: Kittel tells us how he manages his responsibilities, a few of his philosophies and things he’s learned al... continue »

Students at Union Grove High School (Yorkville, Wis.) utilized the political process by creating this video to gain support behind their referendum for facility and equipment upgrades in their school’s athletic program. Check out this unique student-athlete effort and see if it’s something you could do in your program:As always, feel free to comment underneath the video.... continue »

Editor-in-Chief Michael Austin wants your thoughts on the public vs. private high school debate. Should private high schools be allowed to be a part of state high school associations?Please comment underneath the video or email Michael Austin.... continue »

Rick Huegli, strength coach at Lakeside High School (Seattle, Wash.), offers strength training advice. Committed Athlete ProgramStarting a committed athlete program is a way to recognize high school athlete’s accomplishments in the weight room. Lakeside High School (Seattle, Wash.) strength coach, Rick Huegli, explains how the committed athlete program is a success at his school. Watch this ... continue »

Lakeside School strength coach Rick Huegli, Seattle, Wash., discusses female athletes’ proneness to ACL injuries and prevention techniques.... continue »

Tips for coaching new athletes on strength training. Rick Huegli, strength coach in Lakeside School, of Seattle, Wash., stresses fundamentals for new athletes.... continue »

Lakeside School strength coach Rick Huegli discusses the benefits of a summer strength and conditioning program. ... continue »

Lakeside High School (Seattle, Wash.) coach Kurt Huegli, explains the 5 different levels of athletes who participate in his strength training program. ... continue »

Starting a committed athlete program is a way to recognize high school athlete’s accomplishments in the weight room. Lakeside High School (Seattle, Wash.) strength coach, Kurt Huegli, explains how the committed athlete program is a success at his school.... continue »

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https://youtu.be/nfQsS82tT4ULakeside School strength coach Rick Huegli, Seattle, Wash., discusses female athletes' proneness to ACL injuries and prevention techniques.... continue »

http://youtu.be/vaBY_HRGox8 Oregon City's Kurt Guelsdorf gets his team mentally prepared for their upcoming opponent, including Xs and Os, as well as important insights into their previous game play.... continue »

http://youtu.be/rxYBSamJIos Oregon City's Kurt Guelsdorf talks about the importance of working together and battling through the elements. That, he says, makes him most proud of his team.... continue »

http://youtu.be/P_nw9oTsnNk Oregon City's Kurt Guelsdorf gets his team back on track during halftime, adjusting defense and making suggestions for the offense.... continue »

Editor-in-Chief Michael Austin wants to know if you’ve employed a motivational tactic like calling out your players in the media such as Boston Red Sox manager Bobby Valentine or Lamar men’s basketball coach Pat Knight.Please comment underneath the video or email Michael Austin.... continue »

http://youtu.be/cyOVxfW6_-g Oregon City's Kurt Guelsdorf doesn't substitute his players during games - he leaves that responsibility to his top assistant. This allows him to focus entirely on game flow, mismatches and on-court strategy.... continue »

http://youtu.be/J0jf5lErnMo Tips for staying motivated when facing an opponent who may not be on the same talent level as your squad.... continue »

http://youtu.be/x0TAGAiRxew Don't let a season-ending injury ends a player's off-the-court season. Kurt Guelsdorf keeps his injured players actively involved with the squad so they continue to have a positive experience in the Oregon City program.... continue »

http://youtu.be/TorvaSwLZbc Players in the Oregon City system do a fantastic job making the extra pass. Hear how coach Kurt Guelsdorf encourages this practice and how his players are the ones who deserve the credit.... continue »

http://youtu.be/ypBpG_faM28 Oregon City plays a highly active, disruptive, intense full-court defense. When the team builds a large lead, head coach Kurt Guelsdorf has to decide when to pull back the pressure. Find out at what point he drops back into a half-court defense.... continue »

http://youtu.be/jE7_3-b_JpM Your practice plan changes on a daily basis. Find out what Oregon City's Kurt Guelsdorf runs through during practice the day prior to a game.... continue »

http://youtu.be/oQsMjSN0Uec When you make a deep tournament run, your team typically is playing in larger gyms and arenas. Oregon City's Kurt Guelsdorf make sure his squad gets some practice time in a different gym in the days leading up to a state tournament game.... continue »

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https://youtu.be/xINMJ4ST3T0We spoke with Gilman Gear at the 2012 WFCA. Their King Crab Sled develops power at the height of a player coming out of a stance—excellent for general physical preparation.... continue »

https://youtu.be/4NQ6WryQ2ZUAt the 2012 WFCA, we learned about Gilman Gear's Hands-Free Shield, which allows a free range of motion with arms and complete use of the hands and provides a more realistic and full speed defensive reaction.... continue »

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https://youtu.be/nnXpLTw66BQLance Leipold, head football coach of the Div. 3 National Championship team at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, stresses chemistry on his coaching staff and competition amongst his players.... continue »

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Chad Hanson, head football coach at Greenwood High School in Greenwood, Wis., took his team from 0-9 to Div. 7 State Champions in 2011. ... continue »

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https://youtu.be/4UE8kvE0wD0Bret Bielema, coach at University of Wisconsin, discusses how to handle difficult losses during the season... continue »

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Editor-in-Chief Michael Austin explains the new Interscholastic Sports Program of Excellence Award developed by Coach And Athletic Director.Download the nomination form by clicking here.Please comment underneath the video or email Michael Austin.... continue »

https://youtu.be/WQX2jXBy0sMEditor-in-Chief Michael Austin explains the new Interscholastic Sports Program of Excellence Award developed by Coach And Athletic Director—and how to get your program nominated.... continue »

Waterford High School in Conn. is in the process of a $60 million new-building overhaul with $3.5 million committed to the athletic facilities.... continue »

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Gonzaga men’s basketball coach, Mark Few, dishes on what to do when your player is in foul trouble in the first half of the game.... continue »

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Gonzaga men’s basketball coach, Mark Few, weighs in on how to attack a zone defense.... continue »

https://youtu.be/zkJcV3bJAHII'm Dave Galuppo, Publisher of Coach and Athletic Director. I'd like to take a minute to inform you of a special opportunity coming up our May/June issue, also known as our Annual Strength & Conditioning issue. This issue will be mailed to an additional 7,000 high school strength and conditioning coaches. This is the ideal opportunity to put your advertising message in... continue »

https://youtu.be/Vdvure2LlKgGonzaga men's basketball coach, Mark Few, weighs in on what responsibilities his coaching assistants have on his staff.... continue »

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https://youtu.be/_ADeXUlf7bAThis new project aims to recognize high school athletic programs that, through the efforts of their coaches and administrators, set the standard for integrity, sportsmanship and a positive overall experience for student-athletes.Anyone can nominate a school by filling out the form at coachad.com/ExcellenceAward. All submissions are due at Coach And Athletic Director off... continue »

Find out why we are rerunning a hazing article and how you can be featured in a future issue of Team Sports Strategies.Please comment underneath the video or email Michael Austin.... continue »

Editor-in-Chief Michael Austin informs you about the late-breaking news from yesterday about new research involving youth football and high-impact drills.Please comment underneath the video or email Michael Austin.... continue »

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Linfield College has a history of success. The football program boasts 56 years of consecutive winning seasons. In this video, Joseph Smith, head coach of Linfield College, talks about what he expects from his offensive linemen.... continue »

Linfield College has a history of success. The football program boasts 56 years of consecutive winning seasons. In this video, head coach, Joseph Smith, talks about how he prepares his Special Teams players.... continue »

Joseph Smith, head football coach at Linfield College, shares his key points to creating a successful football program.... continue »

Linfield College has a history of success. The football program boasts 56 years of consecutive winning seasons. In this video, head coach, Joseph Smith, talks about what he expects from quarterbacks at Linfield.... continue »

Linfield College has a history of success. The football program boasts 56 years of consecutive winning seasons. In this video, head coach, Joseph Smith, talks about how he runs his practice.... continue »

Scott Carnahan, athletic director at Linfield College, goes through the benefits of upgrading to artificial turf despite the investment cost.... continue »

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https://youtu.be/ZTkftsO3cl0Scott Carnahan, athletic director at Linfield College, goes through the benefits of upgrading to artificial turf despite the hefty price tag.... continue »

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https://youtu.be/yQCtbjEC2B8Joseph Smith, head football coach at Linfield College, shares his key points to creating a successful football program.... continue »

St. Augustine College (Raleigh, N.C.) offensive line coach, Anthony Scott, explains the importance of coaches continuing their education after college.
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The American Football Coaches Association Conference took place in San Antonio, Texas January 8-11.Equipment OrganizationSpacesaver creates custom solutions for sports equipment storage to prolong the life of your equipment. They safely store your gear and has been creating storage systems for 40 years.Continuing EducationOffensive line coach, Anthony Scott, explains the importance of coaches cont... continue »

Editor-in-Chief Michael Austin discusses the an athletic director who resigned due to a clerical error costing her soccer team a chance to play in a regional semifinal match.Please comment underneath the video or email Michael Austin.... continue »

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Editor-in-Chief Michael Austin discusses Mike Allen, boys basketball coach at Gunderson High School in San Jose, Calif. Gunderson recently suspended his best five players, then had his other either players walk out on the team. Do you think he handled the situation properly? Please comment underneath the video or email Michael Austin.... continue »

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