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

Awards Officials' Associations Officials' Game Fees Bulletin Board TSSAA Hall of Fame Data Bank Academic Achievement Awards Title IX Trailblazers Classification Embroidered Merchandise 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 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 Education Freedom Act Eligibility Information Student Advisory Committee

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

March 4, 2026

Upcoming Events

Thursday, March 5 - March 7	Boys' Basketball Girls' Basketball State Championships Bk DII Boys & Girls State Championships
Saturday, March 7 ALL DAY	Boys' Basketball Girls' Basketball Reminders Bk DI Girls Sectionals
Monday, March 9 ALL DAY	Boys' Basketball Girls' Basketball Reminders Bk DI Boys Sectionals
Wednesday, March 11 - March 14	Boys' Basketball Girls' Basketball State Championships Bk DI Girls State Championships
Wednesday, March 18 - March 21	Boys' Basketball Girls' Basketball State Championships Bk DI Boys State Championships
Tuesday, April 14 at 9:00am Central	Legislative Council Meeting Location: Courtyard by Marriott (Mt. Juliet)

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March 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

March 4, 2026

Athletic Administrators

How to resolve conflict in intense situations

Board of Control meets leading up to state basketball tournaments

Board of Control to meet on Wednesday, March 4

Knoxville area administrator honored for distinguished service

2026 Mr. and Miss Basketball Finalists Announced

Eight to join the TSSAA Hall of Fame

West Tennessee sportswriter honored for distinguished service

Board of Control meets leading up to state basketball tournaments

Board of Control to meet on Wednesday, March 4

Knoxville area administrator honored for distinguished service