Season 1 Episodes

Episode 20: David Utterback, CAA

Athletic Administrator - Brewer School Department, ME

Sat down with David Utterback, CAA with Brewer School Department, ME. We discussed Teacher/AD Balance, Social Media Presence, Unified Sports, & Athlete/AD Relationship. Sit back and enjoy my conversation with Mr. David Utterback.

Episode 19: Keith Manos

Retired AD, Athletic Book Author

Great discussion with Keith Manos with ⁠http://KeithManos.com⁠. We discussed Middle School Visions, Partnering with Parents, His Books, and Organization. Sit back and enjoy my conversation with Mr. Keith Manos.

Episode 18: Jake von Scherrer, CMAA

Host of the Educational AD Podcast

Great discussion with Jake von Scherrer from Florida. We discussed AD Podcasts, MS LTI Courses, The AD Toolbox Books, Getting Involved and much more. Sit back and enjoy my conversation with Mr. Jake von Scherrer.

Episode 17: Scott Garvis, CMAA

Conference Commissioner - Iowa Alliance Conference

Sat down with Scott Garvis with the Iowa Alliance Conference. We discussed the Experience, Fundraising, the DNA of an AD, Loving Others, and much more. Sit back and enjoy my conversation with Mr. Scott Garvis.

Episode 16: Josh Scott, CMAA

District Athletic and Activity Director - Springfield Public Schools, MO

Had the pleasure of sitting down with Josh Scott with the Springfield Public Schools. We discussed the NIAAA QPA Program, Retaining and Hiring Qualified Coaches, Relationship with Parents, Definition and Goals of Success, & the Ability to Adapt and be Patient. Sit back and enjoy my conversation with Mr. Josh Scott.

Sponsor Episode: Richie Huval

Product Representative - Neptune Gametime

Had the pleasure of sitting down with Richie Huval, a Product Representative with one of our sponsors, Neptune GameTime. We discussed how GameTime can enhance your athletic department game experience and the ways GameTime can save Athletic Directors and Coaches valuable time. Sit back and enjoy my conversation with Mr. Richie Huval.

Episode 15: Phil Rison, CMAA

Executive Director - NIAAA

Had the honor of talking with Phil Rison with the NIAAA. We discussed Networking, Certification, Getting Involved, Middle School Growth, & Handwritten Notes. Sit back and enjoy my conversation with Mr. Phil Rison.

Episode 14: Scott Paine, CMAA

NIAAA LTI Teaching Faculty

 VitalSigns Wall of Fame

Sat down with a great friend, Scott Paine, CMAA with VitalSigns Wall of Fame. We discussed Business Partnerships, Participation, MS Recognitions, and AD Tech. Sit back and enjoy my conversation with Mr. Scott Paine.

Episode 13: Jay Schwanke, CAA

Athletic Director - Eversole Middle School, OH

Just sat down with Jay Schwanke from Eversole Middle School in Ohio. Our main discussion focused on how athletics have changed over the past 20 years & school pride. Sit back and enjoy my conversation with Mr. Jay Schwanke.

Episode 12: Andrew Ormand

Athletic Director - Sims Middle School, SC

Great discussion with Andrew Ormand, the Athletic Director at Sims Middle School in SC. We discussed Paying Coaches, CDLs, Promoting your School, & Community Relations. Sit back and enjoy my conversation with Mr. Andrew Ormand.  

Episode 11: Holly Farnese, CMAA

Executive Director - Pennsylvania State AD Association

Great conversation with a true Middle School Legend, Holly Farnese of the PSADA. We discussed the importance of Middle School Athletics, Getting Involved, Certification, & Unified Sports. Sit back and enjoy my conversation with Mrs. Holly Farnese.

Episode 10: Dr. Chris Hobbs, CMAA

Institutional Advancement Director - Second Baptist School, TX

What an amazing conversation with Dr. Chris Hobbs, CMAA. In this episode we talk about the AD's "belief" in their coaches, Metacognition/Critical Thinking, Bold Leadership, Leadership Books, and Passion. Sit back and enjoy my conversation with Dr. Chris Hobbs.

Bonus Episode: Rich Barton, CMAA; Carol Dozibrin, CMAA; Mike Ellison, CMAA

Authors of the book, "Leadership with Legacy in Education-Based Athletics"

Great discussion with Rich Barton, Carol Dozibrin, and Mike Ellison on their new book "Leadership with Legacy in Education-Based Athletics". Sit back and listen how the different lessons in the book can help you grow as a leader in your own programs.

Episode 9: AJ Jeffcoat 

Athletic Director - Rudolph Gordon Middle School, SC

Great conversation with a good friend, AJ Jeffcoat, the Athletic Director at Rudolph Gordon in SC. We discussed being a 1st year AD, Networking, Elementary/Middle Relationships, and being Flexible. Sit back and enjoy my conversation with Ms. AJ Jeffcoat.

Episode 8: Steve Robinson, CMAA 

Assistant District Director of Athletics - Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools, NC

Had the honor of speaking with Steve Robinson, CMAA from Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools in NC. We discussed Funding, AD/Admin Relationship, Safety Plans, and Females in Sports. Sit back and enjoy my conversation with Mr. Steve Robinson.

Episode 7: Don Baker, CMAA 

District Director of Athletics - Cobb County Schools, GA

Had the honor of speaking with Don Baker with Cobb County Schools, GA. Our main discussion centered around leadership, passion, process, and leadership books. Sit back and enjoy my conversation with Mr. Don Baker.

Episode 6: Dr. Tyler Amidon 

Middle School Principal - Denver Christian School, CO

Sat down with Dr. Tyler Amidon, who is the Principal at Denver Christian School in Colorado. We discussed Pride in playing MS Sports, Getting more kids involved, MS nights, & Vision for your Athletic Department. Sit back and enjoy my conversation with Dr. Tyler Amidon.

Episode 5: Ryan Johnson 

Assistant Athletic Director - The King's Academy, FL

Had a GREAT Conversation with Mr. Ryan Johnson from The Kings Academy, FL. We discussed adding a Sports Marketing Club to your school, having a social media presence & coaching today's athletes. Sit back and enjoy my conversation with Mr. Ryan Johnson.  

Episode 4: Kevin G. Broene 

Middle School Athletic Director - Grand Rapids Christian School

Sat down with Kevin Broene with Grand Rapids Christian, MI. In this episode we discussed the Athlete/Parent Experience, Valuing Officials, and Program/Coaches Evaluation. Sit back and enjoy my conversation with Mr. Kevin G. Broene. 

Episode 3: Jeff Schroeder & Mike Walker

Athletic Directors - Second Baptist School

Enjoyed my conversation with Jeff Schroeder and Mike Walker from Second Baptist School, TX. Tonight we discussed a lot about the Middle School Athletic Experience. We also talked about Dealing with Gen Z Athletes/Coaches and the Relationship between MS/HS ADs. Sit back and enjoy my conversation with Mr. Jeff Schroeder and Mr. Mike Walker. 

Episode 2: Dylan Hoch

Athletic Director - Denver Christian School

Today I had a great conversation with Dylan Hoch from Denver Christian School in Lakewood, CO. We discussed the relationship between club & school sports, strategies to balance work & personal life, relationship between middle & high coaches. Sit back and enjoy my conversation with Mr. Dylan Hoch. 

Episode 1: Darryl Nance

Director of Athletics - Greenville County Schools

Today I had a great conversation with Darryl Nance, CMAA. Darryl is the Director of Athletics of Greenville County School District in Greenville, SC. In our discussion we chat about Professional Development, Certification, Leadership Styles, and the Demanding Schedule of the Middle School Athletic Director. Sit back and enjoy my conversation with Mr. Darryl Nance.