CNAA Overtime

On this episode Chris Muskopf, Athletic Director from St. Louis University HighSchool joins the show to talk about the importance of faith in athletics, howit plays into their culture and why they’re looking at the lessons of Covid tomove forward in a positive way. Subscribe now to the CNAA Podcast, so you don’t miss an episode. And, feel free to write in to the CNAA by emailing info@thecnaa.org

We’re talking with Nick Hazeltine from Walla Walla Catholic Schools. He recounts how Covid has impacted their program in Washington State, the lessons they’ve learned and how they’re moving forward. Subscribe now to the CNAA Podcast, so you don’t miss an episode.And, feel free to write in to the CNAA by emailing info@thecnaa.org

We’re talking today with Jeff Feller, Athletic Director at St. Pius X High School in Houston, Texas. Inspired by Veritas, young men and women at St. Pius X High School embrace academic excellence and integrity, celebrate the community's diverse gifts and heritage, and embody social justice and service. Jeff recounts how the Coach’s manual went from idea to reality, what is included and why it’s such an essential tool for his Athletic Department. Subscribe now to the CNAA Podcast, so you don’t miss an episode.And, feel free to write in to the CNAA by emailing info@thecnaa.org

We are here today with Dan Curran Athletic Director from Cristo Rey Boston High School. Cristo Rey Boston is a Catholic high school exclusively serving families of limited economic resources. We talk about the challenges Cristo Rey Boston is facing with Covid-19 and his role as Athletic Director being a leader both on campus and in the community. Subscribe now to the CNAA Podcast, so you don’t miss an episode.And, feel free to writein to the CNAA by emailing info@thecnaa.org

Our guest on this episode is Eric Wood the Athletic Director at Bishop Montgomery High School.Eric shares how he sets mini-goals and how that helps propel him to be better.Plus, the importance of staying positive to motivate staff and students. Subscribe now to the CNAA Podcast, so you don’t miss an episode.And, feel free to write in to the CNAA by emailing info@thecnaa.org

This time we’re talking with Steve Dolunt the Athletic Director at Cabrini High School. We discuss how they’re dealing with the Covid-19 pandemic, including the lockdown in Michigan. Plus, how Steve uses his background in law enforcement to bring a greater perspective to students and parents alike. Subscribe now to the CNAA Podcast, so you don’t miss an episode. And, feel free to write in to the CNAA by emailing info@thecnaa.org

Our guest today is Samuel Hardy the Director of Athletics at Camden Catholic High School. He walks us through how his journey in athletics and education led him back home. How Camden Catholic is helping students stay strong in their faith and what he did to keep faith up and spirits strong when Covid first impacted Camden Catholic High School. Subscribe now to the CNAA Podcast, so you don’t miss an episode. And,feel free to write in to the CNAA by emailing info@thecnaa.org

We’re talking with Tim Chandler the Athletic Director at St. Laurence High School. Tim shares some great social media strategy, how they’ve been able to get prospective students and families to see the school and how they transitioned from and all boys school to co-ed. Subscribe now to the CNAA Podcast, so you don’t miss an episode.And, feel free to write in to the CNAA by emailing info@thecnaa.org

Today we’re talking with Jen Brooks, the Athletic Director from Ursuline Academy in St. Louis. She talks about the importance of being a role model to her students, their achievements in fall sports and how to take note of your facilities. Plus, why she founded the Global Community of Women in High School Sports Subscribe now to the CNAA Podcast, so you don’t miss an episode. And, feel free to write in to the CNAA by emailing info@thecnaa.org

We are talking with Harold Barker, Athletic Director at Saint Louis Priory School. Harold takes us through the challenges he is facing as a first year AD at a new school, why Priory requires all students to participate in a sport and the obstacles they’re trying to overcome in some of their fringe sports. Plus, we talk about Priory’s culture and how big a part faith plays in it. Subscribe now to the CNAA Podcast, so you don’t miss an episode. And, feel free to write in to the CNAA by emailing info@thecnaa.org

On this episode, we talk with Tina Pearson, Athletic Director at Blanchet Catholic School in Salem, Oregon. We discuss how the kids and the staff have been dealing with the pandemic. The challenges she’s looking forward to overcoming in her program and the importance of getting the kids back on the field and doing it safely. Plus, the social media choices that have been working for Blanchet Catholic School. Subscribe now to the CNAA Podcast, so you don’t miss an episode. And,feel free to write in to the CNAA by emailing info@thecnaa.org

Heretoday with Anthony Elias the Athletic Director fromBishop Heelan Catholic High School in Sioux City, Iowa. We discuss how his school is handling the challenges of Covid-19, the excitement of moving into newfacilities and the challenges he faces as an Athletic Director. Plus, how they’re managing social media and the benefits he gets from being a CNAA school. Subscribe now to the CNAA Podcast, so you don’t miss an episode. And, feel free to write in to the CNAA by emailing info@thecnaa.org

On this episode of CNAA Overtime we talk with Amanda Waters the Director of Athletics at Mater Dei High School and the co-founder of the AD Resource Network. We discuss the challenges of running an athletic department in the age of Covid-19, what she tells athletes who are preparing to take their athletic career to the next level and how the pandemic has helped her get to know her coaches. Plus, the importance of having a plan…and being able to change plans and communicating that to students, coaches and parents. Subscribe now to the CNAA Podcast, so you don’t miss an episode. And, feel free to write in to the CNAA by emailing info@thecnaa.org

On this episode of CNAA Overtime we talk with Rick Perko, President at Immersion Media/ScoreShots. We touch on the importance of a solid social media presence and how ScoreShots makes it easier to have a great looking feed. How schools can use the technology to help students get more experience, and the time commitment staff will need to have to maintain a strong presence. Subscribe now to the CNAA Podcast, so you don’t miss an episode. And, feel free to write in to the CNAA by emailing info@thecnaa.org

We’re visiting with Carolyn Sideco, Athletic Director/Physical Education & Wellness Program Coordinator at ICA Cristo Reyin San Francisco. She talks about how she started her career at ICA Cristo Rey in 1999. The challenges facing in the athletic program in an all-girls Catholic high school, and the innovative things they’re doing to improve the student-athlete experience. Plus, the experience her girls had with 49ers coach Katie Sowers, and the unique culture at ICA Cristo Rey. Subscribe now to the CNAA Podcast, so you don’t miss an episode.

We’re checking in with Sean Hennessy, the Northwest Territory Manager at PlayOn! Sports. He explains how you can stream live sports using their fully automated sports production gear, Pixellot. How the system can also be used to teach students and what schools are using it for beyond sports. Plus, how some schools are maximizing the system so it pays for itself. Subscribe now to the CNAA Podcast, so you don’t miss an episode. And, feel free to write in to the CNAA by emailing info@thecnaa.org.

On this episode, we talk to Casey Ward, the Co-Founder of REPu which provides a complete digital platform specifically designed for high school & college athletic programs. Casey talks about how he and his partner started REPu and what they do to help schools build their brand & deliver their sports information to their community of fans, students and parents. Plus, how a small udate to REPu has made a difference for member schools. Subscribe now to the CNAA Podcast, so you don’t miss an episode. And, feel free to write in to the CNAA by emailing info@thecnaa.org

We’re talking with Kevin Kelly, Sr. Regional Digital Sales Manager at Eastbay Team Sports about the importance of quality merchandise in branding your school, which products have kids lighting up with excitement and how they look at their relationships with schools and coaches.Plus, when a coach should be looking at merchandise for an upcoming season and how Eastbay is looking to evolve in the next few years.Subscribe now to the CNAA Podcast, so you don’t miss an episode.

This episode we sit down with Dominick Beraducci, the General Manager for the PacWest North Region for Astroturf.We discuss how Astroturf has risen to meet the challenges of different climates across the country, both in field installation as well as innovating to evolve their products. How they work with Athletic Directors and School Administrators to get the most bang for their buck when putting in new playing fields on campus.We walk through the planning stages, how they help schools get ready to revamp their fields. And the value they put in maintenance after the sale.Plus, we talk about safety and what Astroturf has done to develop safer playing surfaces.Subscribe now to the CNAA Podcast, so you don’t miss an episode.And, feel free to write in to the CNAA by emailing info@thecnaa.org.

We are talking with Tammy Cardenas senior outside sales representative from Anchor Audio. She tells us the value of the portable Anchor Audio speakers. How coaches from the NFL to high schools are using them in practice. Plus, the applications the speakers have been used for at schools beyond athletics and how their portability and battery operation give schools incredible flexibility. Tammy also explains how you can get a demo at your school. Anchor Audio speakers are made in the USA and the military is using them. Plus, they are tough. Tammy tells us about seeing a photo of a significantly damaged Anchor Audio speaker, that is still working. Subscribe now to the CNAA Podcast, so you don’t miss an episode. And, feel free to write in to the CNAA by emailing info@thecnaa.org.

This time on the CNAA Overtime Podcast, we are talking with Chris Kirn, the Vice President of Sales and Operations for Digital Scoreboards.He tells us how Digital Scoreboards is different, from purchase to install and gives us some real-world examples of how their support can spot a problem and fix it, sometimes before a school even realizes there is an issue. Plus, why their warranty makes Digital Scoreboards an even better value.Chris also explains why they keep so much of the sales and support in house with their own employees and what that means for schools.Subscribe now to the CNAA Podcast, so you don’t miss an episode. And, feel free to write in to the CNAA by emailing info@thecnaa.org.

On this episode we talk with Larry Ledgerwood, the CEO of Athletic Surveys by Lifetrack.He explains what Athletic Surveys measure, how they help everyone from coaches to athletic directors and administrators make good decisions based on solid data.Plus, Larry gives a great example of how success on the field or court does not mean there aren’t problems that need to be addressed. Subscribe now to the CNAA Podcast, so you don’t miss an episode. And, feel free to write in to the CNAA by emailing info@thecnaa.org

On this episode we talk with Amy Skiles, the SVP of Business Development at Phoenix Design Works at the CNAA retreat in Los Angeles.She lets us in on some of the logos they have designed and brands they’ve helped build, from advertising to pro sports to colleges and high schools. Plus, why having the right branding is so important for schools as they try to attract athletes to their programs.Subscribe now to the CNAA Podcast, so you don’t miss an episode.And, feel free to write in to the CNAA by emailing info@thecnaa.org.

Eve Julian and her family run International Sports Timing, creating and selling cutting edge LED scoreboards, in-deck wiring, portable timing systems, video scoreboards, and water polo and competitive diving software.Subscribe now to the CNAA Podcast, so you don’t miss an episode.And, feel free to write in to the CNAA by emailing info@thecnaa.org.

Today we're talking to Ryan Pensy, Director of Business Development at CBS InteractiveCBS and MaxPreps are starting to team up to get high school sports streaming online. High schools can significantly enlarge their online presence through this teamwork, making their content available to out-of-town family members as well as potential scouts.Subscribe now to the CNAA Podcast, so you don’t miss an episode.And, feel free to write in to the CNAA by emailing info@thecnaa.org.

On this episode, Jolene Fugate the Commissioner at the West Catholice Athletic League in Northern California talks about the importance of leadership training. Leadership Training Courses, available through the National Interscholastic Athletic Association is a three-prong program focused on continued education, professional growth, and program development to help remind Athletic Administrators what their goals are, help their students to thrive, and adds legitimacy to their resume.Subscribe now to the CNAA Podcast, so you don’t miss an episode.And, feel free to write in to the CNAA by emailing info@thecnaa.org.

Our guest on this episode is Ron Nocetti, the Executive Director of the California Interscholastic Federation or CIF.Ron explains how helping your student become a better version of themselves is helping them realize that there is a balance between academics and sports. Showing them that they should do more than one thing in order to find out what their passions really are.

Our first episode features Leo Lopoz, the Vice President of Athletics at De La Salle High School and the founder of CNAA. Leo explains what the CNAA is, why he wanted to start the organization, how much it’s grown…and continues to expand. Plus, his vision for the future of the CNAA and how it’s helping all member schools.