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 Postseason Tournament Fees

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 Administrators' Meeting Resources

General Information

Officials' Associations Awards Officials' Game Fees Bulletin Board TSSAA Hall of Fame Data Bank Academic Achievement Awards Title IX Trailblazers Classification Embroidered Merchandise TSSAA Newsletter Career Opportunities Sportsmanship Spotlight

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

Health and Safety

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

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

November 6, 2025

Upcoming Events

Wednesday, November 12 at 10:00am Central	Administrative Meetings TSSAA Middle Regional Meeting Location: Ensworth High School, Nashville
Thursday, November 13 at 10:00am Central	Administrative Meetings TSSAA East Regional Meeting Location: Hardin Valley Academy, Knoxville This meeting is being held in the Eastern time zone and will take place at 11 AM eastern time.
Friday, November 14 ALL DAY	Football Reminders FB DI 2nd Round of the Playoffs
Friday, November 14 ALL DAY	Football Reminders FB DII Quarterfinal Round of the Playoffs
Monday, November 17 ALL DAY	Wrestling Girls' Wrestling Reminders GWr Deadline to File Eligibility & Schedules Online
Monday, November 17 ALL DAY	Wrestling Girls' Wrestling Reminders GWr First Contest Date

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November Calendar

Baseball Boys' Basketball Girls' Basketball Bowling Girls' Bowling Unified Bowling Cheerleading Boys' Cross Country Girls' Cross Country Dance Football Girls' Flag Football Unified Flag Football Boys' Golf Girls' Golf Boys' Lacrosse Girls' Lacrosse Soccer Girls' Soccer Girls' Softball Boys' Tennis Girls' Tennis Boys' Track and Field Girls' Track and Field Unified Track and Field Girls' Volleyball Wrestling Girls' Wrestling

November 6, 2025

Athletic Administrators

How to resolve conflict in intense situations

2025 semifinalists for the Tennessee Titans Mr. Football Award announced

Coffee County cheer coach honored for distinguished service

West High senior recognized for perseverance and leadership

TSSAA presses play on new championship video archive

Flag football championship adds to growing Unified Sports program

Board of Control holds special called meeting

2025 semifinalists for the Tennessee Titans Mr. Football Award announced

Football playoff brackets set for 2025 series

Coffee County cheer coach honored for distinguished service