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The Power of One
Concussion Prevention
League Limits Practices

Q&A

Q&A with Sandra Walter

Lawrence Central High School, Ind.


GAMEPLANS

GamePlan Leadership
A Little Help
How do you get coaches to remain engaged in their work on a daily basis? Often, it's the small gestures that make the biggest difference.
GamePlan Budget Cuts
Bringing Out the Axe
It is back-breaking work, but cutting a budget that's already been trimmed to the bone is still possible. This athletic director explains his wood-chopping strategies.

FEATURE ARTICLES

A Community Comes Together
Even by the standards of do-it-yourself projects, the Woodward-Granger High School track facility is a standout. It's a prime example of a school that used local resources to get a job done, and a community that came together to make it happen.
Facilities
Simple, Subtle, Successful
A facility facelift doesn't have to be a big-ticket expense. More and more schools are finding low-cost solutions to upgrading their fields and courts.
Progressive Programs
Spreading Ethics
At the University of Tulsa, a unique course on making ethical decisions is helping both student-athletes and local grade school students navigate life's difficult choices.
Leadership
Following the Rules
No matter what organizing body your school belongs to, it undoubtedly has a big book of rules to adhere to. Avoiding violations requires getting everyone on the same page.
Coaching
Power of the Pen
There are many ways for athletes to wind down after games. This article suggests they write in Team Notebooks, which allows introspection of their play and a dynamic learning tool.
Cover Story
What Are Leaders Made Of?
Today's high school athletic directors need to be made of patience, confidence, and new ideas. And that's just a short list of what veteran coaches say they want to see in their bosses.


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