Mike Buddie – Maximizing Time
TCU Athletic Director Mike Buddie shares how lessons from his time at West Point shaped his approach to time management, prioritization, and balance.
October 2025
Jessica Walker – UIL Reclassification and Realignment Reminders
This UIL reminder emphasizes that schools must submit their enrolled student numbers on October 31st, regardless of daily attendance or when the data is entered into the portal.
Angie Spurlock – Why Join THSADA?
Angie Spurlock highlights the importance of getting involved in different communities for career growth and connection.
Rob Davies – Managing Tighter Budgets and Higher Cost Officials
How do you find creative ways to monetize events without turning a Texas high school football game into a "vendor after vendor" event?
Dr. Curtis Null – Aligning Your Athletic Dept With The Core Values of Your Community
Staying within your means, communicating openly, and keeping student opportunity at the center ensures your community’s trust and your program’s longevity.
Ray Zepeda – Practice Your Emergency Action Plans!
In moments when every second counts, your team’s ability to act with confidence and integrity matters most.
Jonathan Lamb – Modeling Collaboration Between All Activities
Jonathan Lamb of Pflugerville ISD talks about how collaboration across programs strengthens both the departments and the student experience.
Monesha Allen and Larry Hill – Championship Habits
Two Texas coaches reflect on their first state titles—and how routine, mindset & belief carried their teams through the postseason grind.
Andre’ Walker – Why You Need to Know Your EAPs
Andre' Walker tells a story of a student survived a traumatic neck injury because teammates & coaches knew exactly what to do, no hesitation.