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

Membership Essentials

Becoming a Member TSSAA Portal Approved Co-ops Compliance Checklist Board and Council Meetings 2026-27 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 Career Opportunities Sportsmanship Spotlight TSSAA WISE 2025 TSSAA Annual Report 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 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

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

August 13, 2026

Upcoming Events

Monday, August 17 ALL DAY	Boys' Cross Country Girls' Cross Country Reminders CC Deadline to File Eligibility & Schedules Online
Monday, August 17 ALL DAY	Boys' Cross Country Girls' Cross Country Reminders CC First Contest Date
Monday, August 17 ALL DAY	Football Reminders FB Deadline to File Eligibility & Schedules Online
Monday, August 17 ALL DAY	Football Reminders FB First Contest Date
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Monday, August 17 ALL DAY	Girls' Soccer Reminders GSc First Contest Date

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August 13, 2026

Athletic Administrators

How to resolve conflict in intense situations

Board of Control set to meet on Monday, August 17

Board of Control fills two vacancies for August meeting

Board of Control to have called meeting on Wednesday, August 12

Patrick Willis inducted into National High School Hall of Fame

Board plans adoption of basketball shot clock and RPI tournament seeding in two-day summer meeting

Board of Control to hold annual summer meeting

Board of Control set to meet on Monday, August 17

Board of Control fills two vacancies for August meeting

Board of Control to have called meeting on Wednesday, August 12