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Aspiring ADs

Jennifer Frazier

Jennifer Frazier – Serving, Growing, Leading

From stay-at-home mom to McKinney ISD Director of Athletics, Jennifer Frazier's journey is a masterclass in patience, relationships, and purpose-driven leadership.
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Carlesa Dixon

Carlesa Dixon – Advice for Coaches

Carlesa Dixon talks about how aspiring ADs can get involved by attending clinics, building relationships, and finding mentors who’ve been there.
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Lynn Pool

Lynn Pool – Landing the Athletic Director Role

Lynn Pool, Austin ISD's assistant athletic director, shares 5 essential tips to stand out and succeed in the athletic director hiring process.
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Jay Zeller

Jay Zeller – Landing the Job as an Athletic Director

Jay Zeller of Brazosport ISD gives tips for aspiring high school athletic directors.
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Philip O'Neal

Philip O’Neal – Don’t ignore the elephant in the room

Philip O'Neal, 2024 Hall of Honor inductee, shares a key interview tip.
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Kyle Green

Kyle Green – How JHAMS Sessions Are Creating Real Impact

Kyle Green of Katy ISD share how JHAMS Sessions are creating real impact for junior high leaders across Texas.
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Terry Gault

Terry Gault – Getting into the AD Space as an Athletic Trainer

Thinking about the move from athletic training to athletic administration? Terry Gault at Boerne ISD outlines the steps you can take.
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Benjamin Benavides III

Benjamin Benavides III – Developing the Skills an AD Needs

Benjamin Benavides III advises aspiring athletic directors to shadow current ADs, attend budget and district meetings, and gain firsthand experience in leadership tasks.
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Astin Haggerty

Astin Haggerty – The QUAD A Program

Astin Haggerty highlights the Quad A program’s value for new administrators, offering tailored skills, mentorship, and insights on athletic trainers' vital roles.
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David Cervantes

David Cervantes – How to Collapse Time in Your Journey to Become an AD

David Cervantes from El Paso ISD emphasizes the importance of communication, seeking guidance, and leveraging professional associations and mentors to navigate challenges and grow in athletic administration.
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