Matt Ryder, Director of Athletics for Maine South (Ill.) High School shares his candid reflection on the challenges of leadership in a new environment. Looking back to his first year on the job in 2020, he highlights the struggle between wanting to be liked and staying true to his intuition.
Incentivize academic excellence in high school athletes through holistic development and support strategies.
Adding a new sports program can transform your school community, boost engagement, and increase inclusivity. Here are some things to consider to effectively launch new sports while balancing equity, budget, and facilities.
Young women face unique challenges when it comes to feeling comfortable and accepted in athletics. By acknowledging these challenges and finding strategies to encourage young women to participate in sports, Athletic Directors can foster confidence, health, and resilience in their female students.
Dave Mason, Activities Director at Davis County ISD, navigates the complexities of rural school district life, excelling in community engagement, staff management, and cutting-edge solutions.
With Fall sports nearing conclusion across the country, consider these tips for executing effective family and athlete surveys to help shape the future of your high school sports programs.
Remember to recertify and sanitize equipment with this practical guide for adhering to the current NAERA’s standards.
See how John Snelson manages the demands of being both head football coach and athletic director at a major Texas 6A school.
This installment in our series on sponsorships covers how to effectively gather, document, and report statistics to sponsors throughout the year.
How do you determine the value of sponsorships, and what factors should be considered when setting prices? In the second part of our series on sponsorships, we’ll explore strategies for athletic directors to price their sponsorship packages effectively.
