Jim Romero, Associate Athletic Director, Director of Strength & Conditioning, and Head Track Coach at The Harpeth Hall School (TN), shares a timeless concept for coaches at any stage: adaptability is essential. The ability to evolve your methods, respond to new challenges, and work with others is what separates lasting success from early burnout. Reflecting on 25+ years in coaching, Coach Romero offers practical advice and personal experiences that demonstrate why “my way or the highway” rarely works in the long run.
Supporting Student Mental Health & Emotional Well-Being
From anxiety and depression to social media stress and questions of belonging — today’s student-athletes are facing incredible mental stressors. ADs are training coaches, creating referral pathways, supporting injured athletes, and balancing compassion with policy to fight against one of the most complex challenges in modern-day schools.
