From the perspective of a former Basketball Coach and Math Teacher, Matt Ryder, Director of Athletics at Maine South (IL) High School, shares his view on why faculty should be forming personal connections with athletes. Ryder reflects on his coaching journey and the evolution of his own approach to address the unique challenges today’s youth face. His philosophy emphasizes the importance of coaches and teachers who connect with and support their players entirely.
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.
