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56th NADC Preview with Becky Moran

NIAAA Pulse: The Beat of Interscholastic Athletics

It's that time of year! Of course, the holidays are near, but the 56th National Athletic Directors Conference (NADC) is right around the corner. Whether you're joining us in Tampa, Florida or not, get up to date on this year's NADC and what you can expect from our annual gathering. || || || || Music Track: Stadium Rock by Pufino Source: freetouse.com/music Copyright Free Background Music

Surviving the First Year as a High School Athletics Director

NIAAA Pulse: The Beat of Interscholastic Athletics

On this episode of the NIAAA Pulse, Justin is joined by Kat Williams, CAA to discuss her article in the Fall 2025 IAA, "Surviving the First Year as a High School Athletics Director." Together, they cover the importance of communication, setting clear goals, prioritzing tasks, and more! Follow us on: || || || || Music Track: Stadium Rock by Pufino Source: freetouse.com/music Copyright Free Background Music

A First-Hand Look at the QPA with Andrea Bell and Josh Mathews

NIAAA Pulse: The Beat of Interscholastic Athletics

The NIAAA's Quality Program Assessment (QPA) is growing and we have Andrea Bell and Josh Mathews on the pod this week to discuss their recent experiences of completing the QPA! Andrea is the District Assistant Athletic Director at Greenville School District and Josh is the Athletic Administrator at Pope High School. The District QPA Cohort opens this Sunday, September 7 – if you qualify and are interested, make sure to apply! Follow us on: || || || || Music Track: Stadium Rock by Pufino Source: freetouse.com/music Copyright Free...

NIAAA Updates and News with Phil Rison

NIAAA Pulse: The Beat of Interscholastic Athletics

Justin is joined by NIAAA Executive Director Phil Rison, CMAA for the first time on the pod! Together, they go over the NIAAA 6th Strategic Plan finalization, 2024-2025 membership numbers, and NIAAA U Cohort updates! Plus, a new legal services form was approved by the Board of Directors for members to use as a resource. Follow us on: || || || || Music Track: Stadium Rock by Pufino Source: freetouse.com/music Copyright Free Background Music

The Key to Success: Onboarding of New Coaches with Dena Scott and Lyndsay Watts

NIAAA Pulse: The Beat of Interscholastic Athletics

Let's talk about onboarding coaches! Justin is joined by Dena Scott and Lyndsay Watts to go over their article from the Summer 2025 IAA. Together, they talk about how crucial expectation setting is, ongoing support for coaches, and making sure they feel welcomed to your program. Follow us on: || || || || Music Track: Stadium Rock by Pufino Source: freetouse.com/music Copyright Free Background Music

The Parent-Coach-Athlete Triangle with Don Baker

NIAAA Pulse: The Beat of Interscholastic Athletics

We're diving into the triangle offense of education-based relationships! Our guest Don Baker, CMAA wrote an article in our Summer 2025 IAA titled "The Parent-Coach-Athlete Triangle," detailing how each individual relationship in this triangle is extremely important in their own way. We'll break it all down with Don and he'll give us some examples along the way! Follow us on: || || || || Music Track: Stadium Rock by Pufino Source: freetouse.com/music Copyright Free Background Music

Leveling the Playing Field

NIAAA Pulse: The Beat of Interscholastic Athletics

When it comes to girls' sports in interscholastic athletics, on the surface it appears they have equal opportunties compared to boys. In reality, there may be small things beneath the surface that communicate something different to the girls in an athletic department. Authors Dr. Tim Green and Dr. Allison Kelley talk in-depth about this topic in an article in the Summer 2025 IAA. Join us as we discuss the article and more together! Follow us on: || || || || Music Track: Stadium Rock by Pufino Source: freetouse.com/music Copyright Free Background...

Advocating for Additional Resources with Jeff Sullivan

NIAAA Pulse: The Beat of Interscholastic Athletics

We're talking with Jeff Sullivan on how you as an athletic administrator can advocate for more resources! What does that practically look like? How long can advocating for resources take? How can you explain to leadership why athletics should be funded? We discuss these questions and more. Make sure to read Jeff's article in the Spring 2025 IAA! Follow us on: || || || || Music Track: Stadium Rock by Pufino Source: freetouse.com/music Copyright Free Background Music

NIAAA President Steve Throne Joins the Pod!

NIAAA Pulse: The Beat of Interscholastic Athletics

Justin is joined by the 2025 NIAAA Board President, Steve Throne, CMAA. They discuss the future of the NIAAA and athletic administration as a whole, as well as getting to know Steve a little better. Follow us on: || || || || Music Track: Stadium Rock by Pufino Source: freetouse.com/music Copyright Free Background Music

Myths of Work-Life Balance with Lauren McDaniel and Cole Kanyer

NIAAA Pulse: The Beat of Interscholastic Athletics

Most athletic directors probably have had a tough time, at point or another, balancing their personal life with their work life. Lauren and Cole, authors of the Winter 2023 IAA article "Myths of Work and Personal Life Balance for Athletic Administrators," break down five myths ADs should know about when it comes to this topic. Follow us on: || || || || Music Track: Stadium Rock by Pufino Source: freetouse.com/music Copyright Free Background Music

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