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The NIAAA enhances and promotes the educational values of interscholastic athletics through the professional development, education, leadership, and service of athletic directors.
As an athletic administrator, disagreements with a parent, coach, or anyone who requests a meeting with you is expected. But, working backwards and finding a shared reality can vastly change these discussions. #NIAAAPulse #FindingASharedReality
October 8, 2026 at 1:13 PM
As an athletic administrator, disagreements with a parent, coach, or anyone who requests a meeting with you is expected. But, working backwards and finding a shared reality can vastly change these discussions. #NIAAAPulse #FindingASharedReality
The NIAAA Pulse is back! In October's episode, Justin and guest Dr. Mark Rerick discuss the topic of finding a shared reality when having difficult conversations as an athletic administrator.
Listen now on Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts 🎧
Listen now on Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts 🎧
"Finding a Shared Reality" with Mark Rerick
NIAAA Pulse: The Beat of Interscholastic Athletics · Episode
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October 7, 2026 at 3:28 PM
The NIAAA Pulse is back! In October's episode, Justin and guest Dr. Mark Rerick discuss the topic of finding a shared reality when having difficult conversations as an athletic administrator.
Listen now on Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts 🎧
Listen now on Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts 🎧
What a great month September was for earning certification! Congrats to the nearly 70 people who invested in themselves to start the school year 💪 #CertifiedbyNIAAA
October 6, 2026 at 3:27 PM
What a great month September was for earning certification! Congrats to the nearly 70 people who invested in themselves to start the school year 💪 #CertifiedbyNIAAA
What makes a great game day?
Join JD Wade-Swift from Salem High School for a conversation about engaging students, increasing fan involvement, and creating a game-day atmosphere people want to be part of.
🎥 Free Webinar
📅 Oct 7 | ⏰ 11am CT
Register: https://f.mtr.cool/qdurhl19fi
Join JD Wade-Swift from Salem High School for a conversation about engaging students, increasing fan involvement, and creating a game-day atmosphere people want to be part of.
🎥 Free Webinar
📅 Oct 7 | ⏰ 11am CT
Register: https://f.mtr.cool/qdurhl19fi
October 6, 2026 at 2:47 PM
What makes a great game day?
Join JD Wade-Swift from Salem High School for a conversation about engaging students, increasing fan involvement, and creating a game-day atmosphere people want to be part of.
🎥 Free Webinar
📅 Oct 7 | ⏰ 11am CT
Register: https://f.mtr.cool/qdurhl19fi
Join JD Wade-Swift from Salem High School for a conversation about engaging students, increasing fan involvement, and creating a game-day atmosphere people want to be part of.
🎥 Free Webinar
📅 Oct 7 | ⏰ 11am CT
Register: https://f.mtr.cool/qdurhl19fi
Athletic administration is more than game day.
Build skills in all areas with UC’s online MS in Sport Administration.
💻 100% online
🎓 30 credits
⏱️ 1.5 years
🏟️ Real-world capstone
📚 NIAAA Certification Program opportunity
Learn more: https://f.mtr.cool/4agoysnx4y
Build skills in all areas with UC’s online MS in Sport Administration.
💻 100% online
🎓 30 credits
⏱️ 1.5 years
🏟️ Real-world capstone
📚 NIAAA Certification Program opportunity
Learn more: https://f.mtr.cool/4agoysnx4y
October 5, 2026 at 4:56 PM
Athletic administration is more than game day.
Build skills in all areas with UC’s online MS in Sport Administration.
💻 100% online
🎓 30 credits
⏱️ 1.5 years
🏟️ Real-world capstone
📚 NIAAA Certification Program opportunity
Learn more: https://f.mtr.cool/4agoysnx4y
Build skills in all areas with UC’s online MS in Sport Administration.
💻 100% online
🎓 30 credits
⏱️ 1.5 years
🏟️ Real-world capstone
📚 NIAAA Certification Program opportunity
Learn more: https://f.mtr.cool/4agoysnx4y
Division I Head Coach ➡️ High School AD Legend. 🏅
Today we recognize Carter Wilson, CMAA, for his lifetime of service to student-athletes across Georgia. His 18-year tenure leading Decatur athletics transformed an entire community.
Thank you, Carter! 🎉🙌 #AwardWinnerMonday
Today we recognize Carter Wilson, CMAA, for his lifetime of service to student-athletes across Georgia. His 18-year tenure leading Decatur athletics transformed an entire community.
Thank you, Carter! 🎉🙌 #AwardWinnerMonday
October 5, 2026 at 1:02 PM
Division I Head Coach ➡️ High School AD Legend. 🏅
Today we recognize Carter Wilson, CMAA, for his lifetime of service to student-athletes across Georgia. His 18-year tenure leading Decatur athletics transformed an entire community.
Thank you, Carter! 🎉🙌 #AwardWinnerMonday
Today we recognize Carter Wilson, CMAA, for his lifetime of service to student-athletes across Georgia. His 18-year tenure leading Decatur athletics transformed an entire community.
Thank you, Carter! 🎉🙌 #AwardWinnerMonday
Don't miss today's NIAAA AD Roundtable featuring special guest Brian Kight at 2 PM! 🚨
Check your inbox for the direct access link, or catch the live stream over on YouTube. See you there! 🎥✨
#ADRoundtable #BrianKight #Leadership #NIAAA
Check your inbox for the direct access link, or catch the live stream over on YouTube. See you there! 🎥✨
#ADRoundtable #BrianKight #Leadership #NIAAA
September 30, 2026 at 5:04 PM
Don't miss today's NIAAA AD Roundtable featuring special guest Brian Kight at 2 PM! 🚨
Check your inbox for the direct access link, or catch the live stream over on YouTube. See you there! 🎥✨
#ADRoundtable #BrianKight #Leadership #NIAAA
Check your inbox for the direct access link, or catch the live stream over on YouTube. See you there! 🎥✨
#ADRoundtable #BrianKight #Leadership #NIAAA
🏈 Today is the last day to score big!
Receive your first year of i3 Store software at no cost! Simplify merchandise sales, concessions, athletic sales, and more with one platform built for K–12. Reach out today for a demo to secure this offer!
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Receive your first year of i3 Store software at no cost! Simplify merchandise sales, concessions, athletic sales, and more with one platform built for K–12. Reach out today for a demo to secure this offer!
https://f.mtr.cool/z77imacb2u
September 30, 2026 at 4:15 PM
🏈 Today is the last day to score big!
Receive your first year of i3 Store software at no cost! Simplify merchandise sales, concessions, athletic sales, and more with one platform built for K–12. Reach out today for a demo to secure this offer!
https://f.mtr.cool/z77imacb2u
Receive your first year of i3 Store software at no cost! Simplify merchandise sales, concessions, athletic sales, and more with one platform built for K–12. Reach out today for a demo to secure this offer!
https://f.mtr.cool/z77imacb2u
What makes a great game day?
Join JD Wade-Swift from Salem High School for a conversation about engaging students, increasing fan involvement, and creating a game-day atmosphere people want to be part of.
🎥 Free Webinar
📅 Oct 7 | ⏰ 11am CT
Register:
Join JD Wade-Swift from Salem High School for a conversation about engaging students, increasing fan involvement, and creating a game-day atmosphere people want to be part of.
🎥 Free Webinar
📅 Oct 7 | ⏰ 11am CT
Register:
NIAAA x Daktronics Event
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September 29, 2026 at 6:05 PM
What makes a great game day?
Join JD Wade-Swift from Salem High School for a conversation about engaging students, increasing fan involvement, and creating a game-day atmosphere people want to be part of.
🎥 Free Webinar
📅 Oct 7 | ⏰ 11am CT
Register:
Join JD Wade-Swift from Salem High School for a conversation about engaging students, increasing fan involvement, and creating a game-day atmosphere people want to be part of.
🎥 Free Webinar
📅 Oct 7 | ⏰ 11am CT
Register:
🚨 NIAAA Member Town Hall TODAY at 2:00 PM ET! 🚨
Join us on Zoom for our quarterly catch-up: 30 minutes of fast-paced updates from leadership, industry news, and open Q&A. We want to hear directly from you!
Join us on Zoom for our quarterly catch-up: 30 minutes of fast-paced updates from leadership, industry news, and open Q&A. We want to hear directly from you!
September 28, 2026 at 3:06 PM
🚨 NIAAA Member Town Hall TODAY at 2:00 PM ET! 🚨
Join us on Zoom for our quarterly catch-up: 30 minutes of fast-paced updates from leadership, industry news, and open Q&A. We want to hear directly from you!
Join us on Zoom for our quarterly catch-up: 30 minutes of fast-paced updates from leadership, industry news, and open Q&A. We want to hear directly from you!
The highest honor in athletic administration! 🏛️🏆
Huge congratulations to NDIAAA Executive Director Lorell Jungling, CMAA, on his induction into the NIAAA Hall of Fame! 🏅
40+ years of dedicated service to North Dakota student-athletes.👏 #AwardWinnerMonday
Huge congratulations to NDIAAA Executive Director Lorell Jungling, CMAA, on his induction into the NIAAA Hall of Fame! 🏅
40+ years of dedicated service to North Dakota student-athletes.👏 #AwardWinnerMonday
September 28, 2026 at 1:04 PM
The highest honor in athletic administration! 🏛️🏆
Huge congratulations to NDIAAA Executive Director Lorell Jungling, CMAA, on his induction into the NIAAA Hall of Fame! 🏅
40+ years of dedicated service to North Dakota student-athletes.👏 #AwardWinnerMonday
Huge congratulations to NDIAAA Executive Director Lorell Jungling, CMAA, on his induction into the NIAAA Hall of Fame! 🏅
40+ years of dedicated service to North Dakota student-athletes.👏 #AwardWinnerMonday
Built for ADs Who Lead from the Front. 🎒⚡️
Don't miss the peer-led LTI courses at #NADC26! Stack your credentials & maximize your trip with all-in-one efficiency under one roof.
⚠️ DON'T WAIT: Courses sell out fast!
Already registered? Log in to modify & add courses now!
Don't miss the peer-led LTI courses at #NADC26! Stack your credentials & maximize your trip with all-in-one efficiency under one roof.
⚠️ DON'T WAIT: Courses sell out fast!
Already registered? Log in to modify & add courses now!
September 25, 2026 at 7:05 PM
Built for ADs Who Lead from the Front. 🎒⚡️
Don't miss the peer-led LTI courses at #NADC26! Stack your credentials & maximize your trip with all-in-one efficiency under one roof.
⚠️ DON'T WAIT: Courses sell out fast!
Already registered? Log in to modify & add courses now!
Don't miss the peer-led LTI courses at #NADC26! Stack your credentials & maximize your trip with all-in-one efficiency under one roof.
⚠️ DON'T WAIT: Courses sell out fast!
Already registered? Log in to modify & add courses now!
Join Neptune GameTime for a free webinar on September 23, at 12:00 PM ET exploring how your gameday experience shapes your athletic department’s brand.
Register: https://f.mtr.cool/e8domv9ziu
Register: https://f.mtr.cool/e8domv9ziu
September 22, 2026 at 2:15 PM
Join Neptune GameTime for a free webinar on September 23, at 12:00 PM ET exploring how your gameday experience shapes your athletic department’s brand.
Register: https://f.mtr.cool/e8domv9ziu
Register: https://f.mtr.cool/e8domv9ziu
Huge congratulations to CSADA Board Member Ralph Trigsted, CMAA, on his induction into the NIAAA Hall of Fame! 🏅 A true titan of athletic administration whose impact will last for generations. 👏 #AwardWinnerMonday
September 21, 2026 at 1:02 PM
Huge congratulations to CSADA Board Member Ralph Trigsted, CMAA, on his induction into the NIAAA Hall of Fame! 🏅 A true titan of athletic administration whose impact will last for generations. 👏 #AwardWinnerMonday
Athletic administration is a profession of continuous growth. 📈
This week, we salute every athletic administrator raising the standard of leadership through LTI courses & certification.
Whether it’s Year 1 or Year 25, your dedication shapes generations of student-athletes!
This week, we salute every athletic administrator raising the standard of leadership through LTI courses & certification.
Whether it’s Year 1 or Year 25, your dedication shapes generations of student-athletes!
September 18, 2026 at 12:02 PM
Athletic administration is a profession of continuous growth. 📈
This week, we salute every athletic administrator raising the standard of leadership through LTI courses & certification.
Whether it’s Year 1 or Year 25, your dedication shapes generations of student-athletes!
This week, we salute every athletic administrator raising the standard of leadership through LTI courses & certification.
Whether it’s Year 1 or Year 25, your dedication shapes generations of student-athletes!
He helped build an athletic department from scratch — and got it right from day one.
Billy Blackmon went all-in with Hudl at Tocoi Creek HS and built something coaches, families, and student-athletes can count on.
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Billy Blackmon went all-in with Hudl at Tocoi Creek HS and built something coaches, families, and student-athletes can count on.
https://f.mtr.cool/j4s3d5594j
September 17, 2026 at 5:04 PM
He helped build an athletic department from scratch — and got it right from day one.
Billy Blackmon went all-in with Hudl at Tocoi Creek HS and built something coaches, families, and student-athletes can count on.
https://f.mtr.cool/j4s3d5594j
Billy Blackmon went all-in with Hudl at Tocoi Creek HS and built something coaches, families, and student-athletes can count on.
https://f.mtr.cool/j4s3d5594j
No athletic administrator succeeds alone. 🤝
The strength of the #NIAAA is in our community. Thank you for supporting one another as we lead high school athletics forward!
Tag a colleague or mentor below who has guided your journey in sports admin! 👏
The strength of the #NIAAA is in our community. Thank you for supporting one another as we lead high school athletics forward!
Tag a colleague or mentor below who has guided your journey in sports admin! 👏
September 17, 2026 at 12:02 PM
No athletic administrator succeeds alone. 🤝
The strength of the #NIAAA is in our community. Thank you for supporting one another as we lead high school athletics forward!
Tag a colleague or mentor below who has guided your journey in sports admin! 👏
The strength of the #NIAAA is in our community. Thank you for supporting one another as we lead high school athletics forward!
Tag a colleague or mentor below who has guided your journey in sports admin! 👏
What could your game day become? Daktronics is proud to partner with NIAAA and celebrate schools like Massillon Washington High School that build a better game day for students, fans and their communities. Start building your own display system today:
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September 16, 2026 at 4:32 PM
What could your game day become? Daktronics is proud to partner with NIAAA and celebrate schools like Massillon Washington High School that build a better game day for students, fans and their communities. Start building your own display system today:
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Athletic administrators wear a dozen hats before kickoff even happens. 🧢
Event planner. Safety officer. Budget manager. Mentor.
This week, we honor the strategic leaders behind every successful athletic department. Thank you for all you do for education-based athletics! 👏
Event planner. Safety officer. Budget manager. Mentor.
This week, we honor the strategic leaders behind every successful athletic department. Thank you for all you do for education-based athletics! 👏
September 16, 2026 at 2:04 PM
Athletic administrators wear a dozen hats before kickoff even happens. 🧢
Event planner. Safety officer. Budget manager. Mentor.
This week, we honor the strategic leaders behind every successful athletic department. Thank you for all you do for education-based athletics! 👏
Event planner. Safety officer. Budget manager. Mentor.
This week, we honor the strategic leaders behind every successful athletic department. Thank you for all you do for education-based athletics! 👏
Join Neptune GameTime for a free webinar on September 23 at 12:00 PM ET exploring how your gameday experience shapes your athletic department’s brand.
Register: https://f.mtr.cool/bspm8qsk6g
Register: https://f.mtr.cool/bspm8qsk6g
September 15, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Join Neptune GameTime for a free webinar on September 23 at 12:00 PM ET exploring how your gameday experience shapes your athletic department’s brand.
Register: https://f.mtr.cool/bspm8qsk6g
Register: https://f.mtr.cool/bspm8qsk6g
Leadership in action during #IAAWeek! 📚
NIAAA President-Elect Everett Kelepolo and Executive Director Rich Barton taught LTC 708 at the AIAAA conference in Prescott, AZ. Thankful for the opportunity!
#ProfessionalDevelopment
NIAAA President-Elect Everett Kelepolo and Executive Director Rich Barton taught LTC 708 at the AIAAA conference in Prescott, AZ. Thankful for the opportunity!
#ProfessionalDevelopment
September 15, 2026 at 1:11 PM
Leadership in action during #IAAWeek! 📚
NIAAA President-Elect Everett Kelepolo and Executive Director Rich Barton taught LTC 708 at the AIAAA conference in Prescott, AZ. Thankful for the opportunity!
#ProfessionalDevelopment
NIAAA President-Elect Everett Kelepolo and Executive Director Rich Barton taught LTC 708 at the AIAAA conference in Prescott, AZ. Thankful for the opportunity!
#ProfessionalDevelopment
It’s #AwardWinnerMonday! 🏆
Today we honor Tim Graham, CMAA, a retired Athletic Director from Tumwater High School. A former Board Member and key @WSSAAA_AD leader, Tim’s impact on interscholastic athletics continues to inspire nationwide. Congrats, Tim! 👏🏅
Today we honor Tim Graham, CMAA, a retired Athletic Director from Tumwater High School. A former Board Member and key @WSSAAA_AD leader, Tim’s impact on interscholastic athletics continues to inspire nationwide. Congrats, Tim! 👏🏅
September 14, 2026 at 4:01 PM
It’s #AwardWinnerMonday! 🏆
Today we honor Tim Graham, CMAA, a retired Athletic Director from Tumwater High School. A former Board Member and key @WSSAAA_AD leader, Tim’s impact on interscholastic athletics continues to inspire nationwide. Congrats, Tim! 👏🏅
Today we honor Tim Graham, CMAA, a retired Athletic Director from Tumwater High School. A former Board Member and key @WSSAAA_AD leader, Tim’s impact on interscholastic athletics continues to inspire nationwide. Congrats, Tim! 👏🏅
Behind every game, meet, and match is a team working behind the scenes to make it all happen. Today kicks off Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Week! 🏆
Drop a 👏 in the comments to help us say THANK YOU to your school's athletic administrators.
#InterscholasticAthleticAdminWeek #BehindTheGame
Drop a 👏 in the comments to help us say THANK YOU to your school's athletic administrators.
#InterscholasticAthleticAdminWeek #BehindTheGame
September 14, 2026 at 1:02 PM
Behind every game, meet, and match is a team working behind the scenes to make it all happen. Today kicks off Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Week! 🏆
Drop a 👏 in the comments to help us say THANK YOU to your school's athletic administrators.
#InterscholasticAthleticAdminWeek #BehindTheGame
Drop a 👏 in the comments to help us say THANK YOU to your school's athletic administrators.
#InterscholasticAthleticAdminWeek #BehindTheGame
Across the country, high school football teams are gearing up for game day in weight rooms built on durable, high‑performance #Mondo Sport Impact flooring. It gives them a solid foundation they can rely on as they push beyond limits in every training session. 🏋️♂️
September 10, 2026 at 12:37 PM
Across the country, high school football teams are gearing up for game day in weight rooms built on durable, high‑performance #Mondo Sport Impact flooring. It gives them a solid foundation they can rely on as they push beyond limits in every training session. 🏋️♂️