Coach John Snelson, Athletic Director and Head Football Coach at Dickinson (TX) ISD discusses how he challenges his team with non-district games to prepare for the highly competitive 6A Division I playoffs. See how the Gators’ focus on continuous improvement is helping them perform at their peak during the in-district season.
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.












