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 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

February 5, 2026

Upcoming Events

Tuesday, February 10 at 4:30pm Central	Girls' Softball Rules Meetings SB Rules Mtg. (Gray) Location: Daniel Boone High School (Gray) This meeting is being held in the Eastern time zone and will take place at 5:30 PM eastern time.
Tuesday, February 10 at 5:00pm Central	Baseball Rules Meetings BB Rules Mtg. (Gray) Location: Daniel Boone High School (Gray) This meeting is being held in the Eastern time zone and will take place at 6:00 PM eastern time.
Wednesday, February 11 at 4:30pm Central	Girls' Softball Rules Meetings SB Rules Mtg. (Chattanooga) Location: Boyd Buchanan High School (Chattanooga) This meeting is being held in the Eastern time zone and will take place at 5:30 PM eastern time.
Wednesday, February 11 at 5:00pm Central	Baseball Rules Meetings BB Rules Mtg. (Chattanooga) Location: Boyd Buchanan High School (Chattanooga) This meeting is being held in the Eastern time zone and will take place at 6:00 PM eastern time.
Friday, February 13 - February 14	Wrestling Girls' Wrestling State Championships Wr DII State Championships
Saturday, February 14 ALL DAY	Wrestling Girls' Wrestling Reminders Wr DI Sectionals Must Be Completed

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Athletic Administrators

How to resolve conflict in intense situations

Eight to join the TSSAA Hall of Fame

West Tennessee sportswriter honored for distinguished service

Richard McWhirter honored with NFHS Citation Award

Board discusses classification items and football playoff brackets

Board of Control to meet on Thursday, January 15

Longtime bowling coach honored for Distinguished Service

Eight to join the TSSAA Hall of Fame

Chattanooga junior receives NFHS award for commitment and support of others

Johnson City eighth-grader earns national award for responsibilty and positive attitude