Category: Featured Articles
Transfers, Eligibility & Recruiting: Protecting Your Program
With open enrollment, school choice, and mid-season moves, athletic directors now must handle transfers at the intersection of compliance, communication, and student support.
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Creating A Sense Of Belonging In Athletics
For new athletes, transfers, and incoming freshmen, feeling welcomed and supported matters more than playing time. Those first impressions often determine whether they stay, grow, or step away.
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The Most Difficult Decisions Athletic Directors Make
When an injured player wants to return too soon, when a coach’s behavior must be addressed, when a weather call has no perfect answer, or when a parent demands an exception that can’t be given, these moments test an AD’s judgment, values, and resolve.
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How To Select A School Mascot That Strengthens Identity & Pride
From symbols rooted in local history to characters who create unforgettable memories, mascots bring school spirit to life.
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What To Do When Athletes Won’t Sleep
Sleep is the most powerful recovery tool an athlete has—but it’s also the one most often neglected. For high school ADs, teaching athletes how to rest may be just as important as teaching them how to play.
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Connecting Athletics with Activities to Build School Spirit
When athletics work hand-in-hand with academics, arts, and student organizations, it unites the entire school under one shared vision.
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Setting Standards For Sportsmanship
By defining clear expectations, communicating them early, and celebrating positive examples, ADs create a culture of respect that makes every game a reflection of shared values, not just the final score.
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Modernizing Game Day Operations
From digital ticketing and real-time security tools to streamlined staff communication, today’s athletic directors have powerful technology that streamlines game day operations.
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Unifying Athletic Department Culture
When high school athletic directors clearly define values, communicate consistently, and align coaches under one vision, it turns separate teams into one thriving department.
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Getting To Know Athletes And Building Connections That Matter
From simple introductions and casual conversations to attending practices and following up on milestones, small, consistent efforts help athletes feel valued and supported.
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Supporting Academics Through Athletics
From regular grade checks to study hall programs and faculty collaboration, the most successful athletic departments are those that make academics a team priority.
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Financial Planning and Fundraising To Set The Stage For A Strong Year
Early financial planning keeps athletics strong. From budgeting and boosters to grants and sponsorships, proactive fundraising creates resources for athletes all season long.
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