Category: Featured Videos

Mason High School Builds Training Programs Through Autonomy And Community Engagement

by Paul Sapienza | Feb 7, 2025 | Best Practices, Featured Videos

Trenton Smart explains his school’s approach to expanding athletics through collaboration, strategic scheduling, and community support.

Behind The Scenes: How Matrix Fitness Delivers Quality and Consistency

by Paul Sapienza | Feb 6, 2025 | Equipment, Facilities, Featured Videos

Kyle Schweitzer gives an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Matrix’s Manufacturing facility in Sturtevant, Wisconsin.

Bolstering Athletics By Going Beyond The Job Description

by Paul Sapienza | Jan 29, 2025 | Featured Videos

At Trinity Episcopal School (VA), Assistant Athletic Director and Director of Strength and Conditioning Adam Banwarth balances site management, transportation logistics, administrative tracking, and even hands-on facility maintenance to ensure a seamless athletic experience for students and staff.

The Effect Of Connection And Trust In Athletics

by Paul Sapienza | Jan 29, 2025 | Best Practices, Featured Videos

Coach Brandon Spickler highlights the impact of having diverse staff members, the role of trust in athlete development, and how coaching is about much more than just programming—it’s about building relationships beyond athletics.

Matrix Reveals New Wisconsin Showroom

by Paul Sapienza | Jan 16, 2025 | Equipment, Equipment, Facilities, Featured Videos, Products & Services

Get an exclusive look inside this state-of-the-art space and witness the dependability and customization that sets Matrix apart.

Managing The School Athletics Budget

by Paul Sapienza | Jan 14, 2025 | Best Practices, Facilities, Featured Videos

Jim Romero, Associate Athletic Director, Director of Strength & Conditioning, and Head Track Coach at The Harpeth Hall School (TN), shares how he prepares for the school year by organizing school budget, equipment maintenance, and summer training.

Unique Athletic Requirements For Midshipmen At The U.S. Naval Academy

by Paul Sapienza | Dec 13, 2024 | Best Practices, Featured Videos

Associate A.D. for Strength, Conditioning, and Sports Performance at the U.S. Naval Academy (MD) provides a behind-the-scenes look at the unique challenges and expectations faced by midshipmen-athletes.

Creative Solutions During Uncertain Times At Asheville Christian Academy

by Paul Sapienza | Dec 13, 2024 | Facilities, Featured Videos

Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Asheville (NC) Christian Academy shares how his athletic program overcame obstacles following Hurricane Helene by leveraging community partnerships and creative problem-solving.

Doing What’s Best For Students

by Paul Sapienza | Dec 3, 2024 | Best Practices, Featured Videos

Dave Mason shares his perspective on leadership as the Activities Director at Davis County (IA) ISD, emphasizing hard work, presence, and doing what’s best for students.

How To Setup A Weekly Football Practice Schedule

by Paul Sapienza | Dec 2, 2024 | Best Practices, Featured Videos

John Snelson, Athletic Director and Head Football Coach at Dickinson (TX) ISD, shares his approach to running a successful football program.

Starting A Strength Program From Scratch: Portage High School

by Paul Sapienza | Nov 20, 2024 | Best Practices, Facilities, Featured Videos

Shane Nelson, the newly appointed Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Portage (Ind.) High School, is starting the journey of training his students to be well-rounded athletes.

Hiring And Building Relationships With Coaches

by Paul Sapienza | Nov 20, 2024 | Best Practices, Featured Videos

Bryan Fitzpatrick emphasizes the importance of collaboration and autonomy during the hiring process.

ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE SUPPLIERS WHO CAN HELP

Matrix Fitness

866-693-4863

https://www.matrixfitness.com

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Mondo

800-361-3747

http://www.mondoworldwide.com

Thousands of athletes train and compete on MONDO surfaces and weight room flooring, achieving outstanding results, breaking world records and overcoming their own limits. It is thanks to their help and constant feedback that Mondo has redefined the standards of sports flooring, setting the benchmark for new achievements to come.

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Royal Basket Trucks, Inc. is a leading producer of carts, trucks and containers used in facilities throughout the United States. The Royal brand is recognizable in markets such as material handling, hospitality, healthcare, commercial laundry, education, recycling, athletics, property management, retail, warehousing and distribution.

TeamBuildr

240-415-8326

www.teambuildr.com

TeamBuildr is the #1 performance platform for strength coaches that schools are using all around the world. Our powerhouse platform provides coaches and teachers with an elevated experience when it comes to program development, data tracking, and staying connected with student-athletes, especially during the summer months.

TinyMobileRobots

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The high school field is a symbol for the entire community. A professional-grade field sets the stage for greatness, and TinyMobileRobots gives you the precision, consistency, and customization you need to take your field to the next level. Plus, you save on time, labor and paint costs!

With a TinyMobileRobot, any district of any size can achieve an elite field that gets athletes and fans excited for the game.