Principals

Principals and administrators of 428 secondary schools across the state of Tennessee are the foundation of the TSSAA and plot the direction of the member schools' educational athletic programs at both the state and local levels.

From the Library

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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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

Bulletin Board TSSAA Hall of Fame Data Bank Academic Achievement Awards Title IX Trailblazers Career Opportunities Sportsmanship Spotlight 2025 TSSAA Annual Report TSSAA Newsletter Classification

Sport Administration

Sports Information Assistance for ADs 2026-27 Sports Calendars

Health and Safety

Physical, Parental Consent, & Other Health Forms Health & Safety Policies Catastrophic Insurance

Education

Student Services Name, Image and Likeness and the TSSAA Amateur Rule Parent Meeting Presentation Student Advisory Committee

Eligibility

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

Forms

Sportsmanship Forms Hardship Form Cooperative Program Form

October 1, 2026

Upcoming Events

Sunday, October 4 at 2:00pm Central	Boys' Basketball Girls' Basketball Rules Meetings Bk Rules Mtg. (Smithville) Location: DeKalb Co. High School (Smithville)
Monday, October 5 - October 6	Boys' Golf Girls' Golf State Championships G DI-A State Golf Championships
Monday, October 5 - October 6	Boys' Golf Girls' Golf State Championships G DII-A State Golf Championships
Monday, October 5 at 6:00pm Central	Boys' Basketball Girls' Basketball Rules Meetings Bk Rules Mtg. (Lebanon) Location: Wilson Co. ATC (Lebanon)
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

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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 1, 2026

Principals

How to resolve conflict in intense situations

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

Longtime Board of Control president retires

Division I Boys and Girls Individual Wrestling Tournament to be held in Chattanooga

Board of Control hears appeals in special called meeting

FNL Week 7 Matchups

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