Athletic Administrators

Athletic administrators work to support and lead the student-athletes and coaches at their school. Acting with integrity and ethics, they model and reinforce the tenets and principles of education-based athletics in their communities.

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How to resolve conflict in intense situations

Drawing from principles of psychology and conflict resolution, this presentation from retired athletic director Jay Hammes shows you how to speak to disruptive individuals in a kind, respectful and question-based manner. This tactic not only diffuses the situation but also encourages communication, leading to a potential resolution.

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Postseason Information

Media Regulations TSSAA State Championship Participation Certificates Approved Non-Network Broadcasts Postseason Video Broadcast Authorization Form Anthem Performance Form

Membership Essentials

Becoming a Member TSSAA Portal Approved Co-ops Compliance Checklist Athletic Administrator Orientation Session Board and Council Meetings 2025-26 TSSAA Constitution and Bylaws

General Information

Officials' Associations Awards Bulletin Board Officials' Game Fees TSSAA Hall of Fame Data Bank Academic Achievement Awards Title IX Trailblazers Classification Embroidered Merchandise Administrators' Meeting Resources TSSAA Newsletter

Sport Administration

Public Address Announcements TSSAA Game Contract Financial Arrangements for Tournaments MaxPreps Official Sports Statistics Sports Information Assistance for ADs Guidelines for Game Administrators Football Pre-Game EAP Meeting ArbiterGame Webinar 2025-26 Sports Calendars

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Physical, Parental Consent, & Other Health Forms Sports Medicine Lighting Standards Health & Safety Policies School Athletic Trainer Credential Registration Catastrophic Insurance Optional Catastrophic Insurance

Education

Student Services Voucher Entry for Meeting Attendance Non-Faculty/Classified Employee Coaches Requirements Coaching Requirements Rules Meetings Information Sport Rules Books NCAA Eligibility Information Name, Image and Likeness and the TSSAA Amateur Rule RefReps Officiating Education System Parent Meeting Presentation Student Advisory Committee Education Freedom Act Eligibility Information

Eligibility

Non-Traditional Student Participation

Forms

Guide to Sanctioning or Hosting an Event Sportsmanship Forms Hardship Application Form Financial Aid Forms Cooperative Program Form Bona Fide Change of Residence Form

June 18, 2025

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Athletic Administrators

How to resolve conflict in intense situations

Board of Control adjusts fall transfer processing in special called meeting

Board of Control to hold special called meeting on Wednesday

Meet E.J. Wood, TSSAA's new Assistant Executive Director

Board of Control & Legislative Council hold joint meeting

Board of Control to meet June 10-11

Memphis athletic director honored for distinguished service

Board of Control adjusts fall transfer processing in special called meeting

Board of Control to hold special called meeting on Wednesday

Meet E.J. Wood, TSSAA's new Assistant Executive Director