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July 2025

Chivonne Kiser

Chivonne Kiser – Deterring Unsportsmanlike Behavior in the First Quarter

Denton ISD's Chivonne Kiser explains how early decisions can impact spectator behavior in all 4 quarters.
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Phil Rison

Phil Rison – THSADA’s Leadership

Phil Rison, Executive Director of the NIAAA, reflects on THSADA’s leadership, its collaboration with the UIL, and the scale and professionalism of Texas HS athletic departments at the 2025 THSADA State Conference.
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Alyssa Biles

Alyssa Biles – Letting Your Athletic Program’s Philosophy Be Known

Join West Middle School's Alyssa Biles as she explains the importance of communicating with parents and the impact it leaves on your athletes.
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Jessica Walker

Jessica Walker – Checking Your Coaches’ CCPs

Watch Jessica Walker as she simplifies the UIL Portal, making it easier to manage and monitor your coaches.
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Stephen Mackey

Stephen Mackey – The Texas Way Commitments

Discover how Texas coaches lead with integrity, passion, and purpose through The Texas Way.
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Dereck Rush

Dereck Rush – Assessment Before Implementation in a New District

Join Bryan ISD's Derek Rush on why understanding culture, structure & resources is the key to long-term success in your foundation.
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Steve Prentiss

Steve Prentiss – Should Athletic Trainers Join the THSADA

Steve Prentiss, AD at Temple ISD, shares how getting involved early with organizations like THSCA and THSADA helped establish his path.
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Dr. Charles Breithaupt

Dr. Charles Breithaupt – Why THSADA has Become a Driving Force in Texas High School Athletics

Former UIL Executive Director Dr. Charles Breithaupt reflects on the early days—and why this Association has become a driving force in Texas high school athletics.
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Leslie Slovak

Leslie Slovak – Landing the Athletic Director Role

Hear Richardson ISD's Leslie Slovak share her journey to becoming an Athletic Director! Learn the mindset and strategies that create successful leaders in high school athletics.
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Curtis Null

Curtis Null – Aligning Your Athletic Dept With The Core Values of Your Community

Hear real strategies from Conroe ISD's, Curtis Null, about aligning your athletic department with your community’s core values. Learn how communication, connection, and consistency drive success.
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