Today we keep it close to home and speak one of Georgia’s best in Meredith Barnhill of Adairsville High School in Adairsville, GA. Meredith is a highly decorated athletic leader who believes that in the role of the athletic director she can have the most positive impact on both her student-athletes and coaches. Let’s settle in with this humble leader who has a true servant’s heart as we get to know Ms. Meredith Barnhill.
Feb 16, 2023•39 min•Season 4Ep. 81
Today we sit down with the go-to source when discussing NIL and the high school space as we talk with Dr. Scott Grant. Dr. Grant is a former Director of Athletics, Activities, and Facilities at Van Buren Local Schools, a former Director of Operations, Outreach, and Leadership Development in athletics at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill , the founder of Triple Threat Leadership, LLCand NIL-education.com and is a current Assistant Professor in the College of Education at The Univers...
Feb 02, 2023•46 min•Season 4Ep. 80
Episode # 79: Dr. Mike Blackburn, Retiring Executive Director NIAAA Today’s guest needs no introduction. Dr. Mike Blackburn, CMAA is the outgoing Executive Director of the NIAAA and today we talk legacy with this great leader who has invested over 50 years in education-based athletics. Dr. Blackburn has seen the NIAAA from its creation to a organization made up of over 14,000 members and a 2022 conference that saw almost 3,000 athletic administrators from across the country come together at the ...
Jan 19, 2023•55 min•Season 4Ep. 79
Today we kick off 2023 and a new season of the Hangin’ with the AD Podcast with a trip to Texas and sit down with Jennifer Frazier who serves as the Director of Athletics for the McKinney ISD in McKinney, TX. Jennifer is a highly decorated former athlete and now athletic director who has a heart for the community she serves there in McKinney. She is a critical thinker who is always looking to get better and grow her programs and coaches that she leads. She understands the important, and in some ...
Jan 05, 2023•38 min•Season 4Ep. 78
Today we head to the great north as we make our first trip to the state of North Dakota and sit down with Jason Wiberg of Devils Lake High School. Jason is heavily involved both with his state association and the NIAAA and we touch on a variety of topics from a very unique way to fundraise, to hiring, and even evaluating your programs. Let’s settle in and get to know CMAA Jason Wiberg.
Dec 22, 2022•41 min•Season 3Ep. 77
Today we have the pleasure of sitting down with one of the architects of college footballs number one program in Scott Sinclair, Director of Strength, and Conditioning for the University of Georgia. Scott has served the Bulldogs since 2016 and in 2012 was awarded the highest honor in his field when he was certified as a master strength and conditioning coach (MSCC) at the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association's national conference. It will not take long for you to hear the pas...
Dec 08, 2022•38 min•Season 3Ep. 76
Episode # 75: Pairadocs: Dustin Smith and Danielle LaPoint Today we flip the script and interview a pair of fellow podcasters in Dr. Danielle LaPoint, & Dr. DustIn Smith, who cohost the Pairadocs Podcast. They search for the craziest AD stories out there and through those stories they are teaching practical lessons that are helping ADs across the country as we all navigate the world of leading in the space of interscholastic athletics. Let's settle in and get to know the Pairadocs! 0:50- Int...
Nov 24, 2022•56 min•Season 3Ep. 75
Brain Dodd is back to give us his annual list of the top sports books of the year. Visit his blog for more information. https://briandoddonleadership.com/2022/10/30/the-top-10-sports-books-of-2022/
Nov 17, 2022•49 min•Season 3Ep. 74
Episode # 73: Dan Heck, Assist AD/Marketing & Fan Engagement, Auburn, AL Today we travel back to the college ranks and sit down with the Assistant AD for Marketing & Fan Engagement at Auburn University Mr. Dan Heck. Heck oversees and directs the Athletics Department’s marketing and promotional plans for all 21 sports at Auburn and has served the university since 2016. Dan shares some great ideas and concepts in this episode that can be used at the high school level easily. On a side note...
Nov 10, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Season 3Ep. 73
Episode # 72: Josh Scott, Director of Athletics, Springfield Public Schools, Springfield, MO We can’t wait to share today’s conversation with one of the best in the business in CMAA Josh Scott who serves as the Director of Athletics and Activities for the Springfield Public School District in Springfield Missouri. His insights on NIAAA certification, juggling the demands of the job, and executing your vision are second to none. Let’s get right into it and get to know Mr. Josh Scott. 0:48 - Intro...
Oct 27, 2022•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 72
Episode # 71: Jen Doede, Stagg high School, Palos Hill, IL, Athletic Director Today takes us to Illinois as we sit down with CAA Jen Doede, who serves as the Athletic Director at Amos Alonzo Stagg High School in Palos Hills, Illinois near Chicago. Jen is a believer that leadership is influential and relational and the fact that the title doesn’t make you a leader but rather what you do with it to serve your people really separates the contenders from the pretenders. Let’s settle in and get to kn...
Oct 13, 2022•52 min•Season 3Ep. 71
Episode # 69: Albert Weeden, Jr, Athletic Director/Principal, Loachapoka High School Loachapoka, AL Today we stay a little closer to home and travel to Loachapoka Alabama and sit down with Albert Weeden Jr. A CMAA who not only serves as the athletic director of Loachapoka High School but leads the Indians as their principal. Lots to learn from in this one so let’s settle in and get to know Mr. Albert Weeden Jr. 0:46 - Introduction 2:40 – Every great Leader has a Nickname 4:15 – Doing More: Princ...
Sep 29, 2022•42 min•Season 3Ep. 70
Episode # 69: Ann Stewart, Athletic Director, Los Alamos High School, Los Alamos, NM Today we take our first trip to the great state of New Mexico and sit down with the Athletic Director at Los Alamos High School in Los Alamos New Mexico, Ms. Ann Stewart. Ann has returned home to lead at the school she graduated from and has become a presence both at the state and national levels of athletic administration. We had a great time learning from her and talking about the upcoming National Athletic Di...
Sep 15, 2022•37 min•Season 3Ep. 69
Episode # 68: Graham Neff, Clemson University, Director of Athletics, Clemson SC Today we head back to the college ranks to sit down with the Power 5’s youngest AD in 38-year-old Graham Neff of Clemson. But don’t let the age fool you. He is one of the brightest stars in the profession who has helped develop several key areas of the department, including the financial philosophy, fundraising, student-athlete welfare, and external operations management, and in 2019 was named one of Sports Business...
Sep 01, 2022•41 min•Season 3Ep. 68
Episode # 67: Mike Ellson, Christ Presbyterian Academy, Athletic Director 9retired), Nashville, TN Today we make our first stop in the great state of Tennessee and get to know one of the best in the business in Mike Ellson. Mike is the former longtime AD at Christ Presbyterian Academy in Nashville, TN and also serves as the Executive Director of the TIAAA. Mike’s wisdom from a career that touched five decades is priceless and we can’t wait to share today’s conversation with you so let’s not wast...
Aug 18, 2022•56 min•Season 3Ep. 67
Episode # 66:….Jen Brooks, CMAA, Athletic Director, Ursuline Academy, St. Louis, MO Today we have a chance to sit down with a true game changer and difference maker in our business. Jen Brooks, Athletic Director at Ursuline Academy in St. Louis Missouri and the founder of the Global Community of Women in High School Sports in changing the narrative around what an AD looks like, and we are all better for it. This is a great conversation for any AD at any level of experience so let settle in and g...
Aug 04, 2022•31 min•Season 3Ep. 66
Episode # 65: The Coach and The Cowboy, Brandon Clark & Kevin Chase, Derby HS, Derby, KS Today we sit down with an unlikely pair from the great state of Kansas. Brandon Clark is a state championship winning football coach and Kevin Chase hails from a four-generation ranching family that has also been in the banking business for five decades. Their story of connection paired with purpose is sure to inspire you and we think there is a ton in this episode that can help take your programs to ano...
Jul 21, 2022•55 min•Season 3Ep. 65
Episode # 64:….Scott Garvis, retired, Athletic Director, Iowa Today we have a chance to learn from one of the most collaborative leaders in the business as we sit down with retired AD Scott Garvis. Scott has a highly decorated resume that we will discuss and continues to pour back into the profession through his podcasts as well as through his books which we will also dive into in today’s conversation. Let’s settle in and get to know Mr. Scott Garvis. 0:51- Introduction 4:31 – Book: The DNA of a...
Jul 07, 2022•46 min•Season 3Ep. 64
Episode # 63:….Nikki Norris, Athletic Director, East Lansing HS, East Lansing, MI Today we get the pleasure to sit down with Nikki Norris for a second time on the podcast. Nikki is the Athletic Director at East Lansing High School in East Lansing Michigan. She joined us for a Special Edition back in November of 2020 when her state shut down athletics for a second time due to the pandemic but today, we join her under far different circumstances as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Title IX wit...
Jun 23, 2022•37 min•Season 3Ep. 63
Episode # 62:….Ross Bjork, Director of Athletics, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX Today’s conversation centers around the topic of growth as we sit down with the Director of Athletics at Texas A&M University Mr. Ross Bjork. Ross, originally from Kansas, grew up with a lifelong passion for all aspects of athletics. His growth mindset is unmatched as he is constantly looking for ways to get better regardless of the source. He also stresses the importance of communication in leade...
Jun 09, 2022•50 min•Season 3Ep. 62
Episode # 61:….Missy Townsend, Athletics Director, Prescott High School, Prescott AZ Today we head to Arizona and sit down with Missy Townsend of Prescott High School in Prescott, Arizona. Missy and I had the opportunity to speak on facility improvement plans at the National Conference in Denver this past year and it won’t take long for you to realize that Missy is an innovative leader who left us with so much great information throughout this conversation. Let’s settle in and get to know Missy ...
May 26, 2022•47 min•Season 3Ep. 61
Episode # 60:….Johnny Seabrooks, retired Director of Athletics Daughterly County Schools, Albany, GA Today we get the opportunity to sit down with a legendary athletic leader in the state of Georgia. Mr. Johnny Seabrooks. Johnny is a Georgia Athletic Director’s Association Hall of Famer and a NIAAA State Award of Merit, and NIAAA Distinguished Service Award winner whose influence can be felt across the state of Georgia and beyond. The former Director of Athletics for the Dougherty County School ...
May 12, 2022•36 min•Season 3Ep. 60
Episode # 59:….Betsy Butterick; Coach-Communication Specialist, Educator, Workshop Design & Facilitator…A Conversation on Communication! Today we travel to Colorado Springs, Colorado and sit down with Betsy Butterick. Betsy is a former collegiate basketball and golf coach who also spent time in the WNBA and has since paired her degree in psychology and background in sport to become a communication specialist, educator, and coach to coaches across the country through her workshops and trainin...
Apr 28, 2022•59 min•Season 3Ep. 59
Episode # 58:….Rebecca Moe, Director of Athletics, University Prep, Seattle WA Today is another first as we make our initial trip to the state of Washington and have a great conversation with Rebecca Moe of University Prep in Seattle. Rebecca is a lifelong Puma as you will hear and in her time, she has been able to see the school expand literally and create a culture of both accountability and growth in the process. Rebecca makes some great points today about the core principles of athletic admi...
Apr 14, 2022•32 min•Season 3Ep. 58
Episode # 57:….Matthew Raidbard; Author, Lead Like A Pro Today’s guest is Dr. Matthew Raidbard. He is the founder of Raidbard Sports Leadership Consulting, a former College Athletics Administrator & Men's College Basketball Coach and author of the book “Lead Like a Pro,” which is the focus of our conversation today. We discuss the importance of surrounding yourself with different viewpoints and people as well as the power of self-reflection and the benefit it can have on your leadership ceil...
Mar 31, 2022•32 min•Season 3Ep. 57
Today we have another repeat guest as we get a second chance to sit down with Dave Gordon. Dave Gordon is an internationally recognized brand, marketing, and communications expert. He is an inspirational speaker, author, coach, and leader on a mission to help people identify, communicate, and deliver their unique value to build stronger personal, team, and corporate brands. We previously had Dave on to discuss his book TIP: A Simple Strategy to Inspire High Performance and Lasting Success. Today...
Mar 17, 2022•46 min•Season 3Ep. 56
Today we make our first stop in the great state of Wisconsin as we sit down with the activities and Athletics director for Pewaukee Schools in Pewaukee Wisconsin…Jeff Behrens. Jeff touches on some great topics ranging from a great way to control fan behavior to personnel and making sure that you find the right people for your school and how to hold on to them in this conversation and I have no doubt you will be better for it. Let’s settle in and get to know Mr. Jeff Behrens. 0:58- Introduction 3...
Mar 03, 2022•39 min•Season 3Ep. 55
Episode # 54:….Phillip Lansdell & Kimmy Porter, El Dorado HS, El Dorado, AR Today we have the pleasure of sitting down with Athletic Director Phillip Lansdell and Head Basketball Coach Jimmy Porter of El Dorado High School in EL Dorado, Arkansas. Their boys basketball team was recently featured on ABC News when their team played Lake Hamilton high school in Percey, Arkansas. The night featured Andy Tolleson, a special needs student-manager, who played in the game and made a memory of a lifet...
Feb 24, 2022•26 min•Season 3Ep. 54
Episode # 53:….Darryl Nance, Director of Athletics, Greenville County Schools, Greenville, SC Today’s conversation is a great one as we sit down with Darryl Nance, a CMAA who serves as the Director of Athletics for the Greenville County School System in Greenville South Carolina. A true believer in the power of betting on one’s self. Darryl touches on some great topics today including his innovative way to navigate the age-old question of playing time that you will want to hear. Let’s settle in ...
Feb 17, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Season 3Ep. 53
Episode # 52…Rich Barton, Richfield High School, Richfield, Utah Today we have the wonderful opportunity to sit down for a second time with Rich Barton. Rich is a CMAA from Richfield High School in Richfield UT who is leading the way as athletic leaders in that state work toward the passage of a senate bill that would reward athletic administrators who achieve national certifications. This is quite frankly a bill that could affect us all and you will want to hear what Rich has to say about the l...
Feb 10, 2022•40 min•Season 3Ep. 52
