The AD Podcast

Bonus Episode #4: Importance of Certification & Professional Development for ADs

In bonus episode #4 we bring you a very impromptu episode brought to us by one of our listeners. We are joined by Aaron Watson, an athletic administrator from the state of Maine. Who is the co-author of a brand new leadership training course (LTC) 603: Building Pyramids of Success in K-12 Athletic Programs that is being launched at the National Athletic Directors Conference in Orlando this weekend. Together we discuss the importance of certification and professional development for athletic administrators. We also dive into the different LTC offerings from the NIAAA as well as learn all about the new course Aaron helped write. Get ready to learn how you can level up and get involved via professional development at the NADC, NIAAA online webinars, and at your own state conferences.

Episode #21: Tips & Tricks For Getting The Most Out of The National Athletic Directors Conference

In Episode #21, we are joined by a podcast crew y’all have easily listened to over the years within interscholastic athletic administration, the co-hosts of the Hangin’ With The AD Podcast, Don Baker and Josh Matthews hop on with us. Together we discuss how to navigate the National Athletic Directors Conference next week in Orlando, our favorite parts of the conference, we also get into a little college football playoff rankings, and learn about some great BBQ joints in Georgia.

Bonus Episode #3: Pac-12 Championship Preview & National Athletic Directors Conference Fun

In Bonus Episode #3 we bring you a very impromptu episode centered around the Pac-12 championship football game this Friday night December 1st and the national athletic directors conference coming up in Orlando. Scott, our in house huskies fan, is joined by the Educational AD Podcast host Jake von Scherrer, who is a die hard ducks fan. Together they discuss the ins and outs of podcasting, provide some insightful input into the Pac-12 showdown coming this Friday night in Las Vegas and give some important details about a free social event happening at the NADC on Sunday night December 17th in Orlando that you will not want to miss.

Episode #20: The Importance and Benefits of Track & Field Programs For Athletic Departments

In Episode #20 on the AD Podcast, we are joined by Mike Cunningham, a former high school and collegiate track and field coach who is now the national business development manager for Gill Athletics. Gill athletics is an American manufacturer of track and field equipment that is utilized by track and field programs of all shapes and sizes. Together we discuss why track and field programs are so important and beneficial to athletic departments, college football playoff rankings, how to compete and developing department culture using inter-program award challenges.

Episode #19: Prioritizing Mental Health Practices for Athletic Directors and Students

In Episode #19 on the AD Podcast, we are joined by Teg Cosgriff, retired athletic administrator from the state of Connecticut who is now the VP of The Mental Game Academy. Together we discuss prioritizing your mental health as an athletic director and how to foster beneficial mental health practices for your students.