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 Postseason Video Broadcast Authorization Form Approved Non-Network Broadcasts Postseason Tournament Fees

Membership Essentials

Becoming a Member TSSAA Portal Approved Co-ops Compliance Checklist Board and Council Meetings 2026-27 TSSAA Constitution and Bylaws Administrators' Meeting Resources

General Information

Awards Officials' Associations Officials' Game Fees Bulletin Board TSSAA Hall of Fame Data Bank Academic Achievement Awards Title IX Trailblazers Career Opportunities Sportsmanship Spotlight TSSAA WISE 2025 TSSAA Annual Report TSSAA Newsletter Classification

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 2026-27 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

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 TSSAA Recruiting Rule Course

Eligibility

Non-Traditional Student Participation TSSAA Guidance on Hardship Exceptions to the First-Time Transfer Rule

Forms

Guide to Sanctioning or Hosting an Event Sportsmanship Forms Hardship Form Financial Aid Forms Cooperative Program Form

October 7, 2026

Upcoming Events

Wednesday, October 7 at 6:00pm Central	Boys' Basketball Girls' Basketball Rules Meetings Bk Rules Mtg. (Shelbyville) Location: Shelbyville Central High School (Shelbyville)
Thursday, October 8 - October 9	Boys' Golf Girls' Golf State Championships G DI-AA State Golf Championships
Thursday, October 8 - October 9	Boys' Golf Girls' Golf State Championships G DII-AA State Golf Championships
Friday, October 9 ALL DAY	Girls' Volleyball Reminders VB DI Districts Must Be Completed
Saturday, October 10 ALL DAY	Girls' Volleyball Reminders VB DII-A Regions Must Be Completed
Monday, October 12 at 6:00pm Central	Boys' Basketball Girls' Basketball Rules Meetings Bk Rules Mtg. (Memphis) Location: Memphis University School (Memphis)

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October 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

October 7, 2026

Athletic Administrators

How to resolve conflict in intense situations

The Dairy Alliance brings Milk’s Got Game to Tennessee high schools

Girls' soccer coach honored for Distinguished Service

Board of Control hears appeals in special called meeting

TSSAA extends partnership with Musco Lighting to enhance the player and fan experience

Board of Control to hold called meeting on Thursday, October 1

TSSAA and TBR team up to connect student-athletes with college and career pathways

Byes and Region Matchups in Week 8

The Dairy Alliance brings Milk’s Got Game to Tennessee high schools

Girls' soccer coach honored for Distinguished Service